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49ers Star Fred Warner Out for Playoff Showdown

1/16/2026

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San Francisco 49ers linebacker Fred Warner is out for the divisional playoff against Seattle with a fractured and dislocated ankle.
The divisional playoff is set for Saturday at Lumen Field in Seattle.
Coach Kyle Shanahan said Warner will not be activated this week but could return if the 49ers advance.
Ji’Ayir Brown is ruled out and Ricky Pearsall is listed as questionable.

History

Historical Context

The 1982 NFL season was significantly impacted by a 57-day players' strike, reducing the schedule from 16 to 9 games. This led to an expanded 16-team playoff format, where division standings were ignored. The Washington Redskins emerged victorious in Super Bowl XVII, defeating the Miami Dolphins 27-17, marking their first championship win in 40 years and highlighting the ongoing challenges of player health management in the league.

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Story summary

San Francisco 49ers linebacker Fred Warner is out for the divisional playoff against Seattle with a fractured and dislocated ankle.
The divisional playoff is set for Saturday at Lumen Field in Seattle.
Coach Kyle Shanahan said Warner will not be activated this week but could return if the 49ers advance.
Ji’Ayir Brown is ruled out and Ricky Pearsall is listed as questionable.

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