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Fred Warner Becomes NFL's Highest-Paid Linebacker Ever

5/22/2025

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Fred Warner has made history by signing a groundbreaking three-year, $63 million extension with the San Francisco 49ers, earning him the title of the highest-paid off-ball linebacker in NFL history at an impressive $21 million annually. With over $56 million guaranteed, Warner's exceptional performance has proven his worth, even amid the linebacker position's financial challenges.

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Fred Warner has made history by signing a groundbreaking three-year, $63 million extension with the San Francisco 49ers, earning him the title of the highest-paid off-ball linebacker in NFL history at an impressive $21 million annually. With over $56 million guaranteed, Warner's exceptional performance has proven his worth, even amid the linebacker position's financial challenges.