49ers Talk: A San Francisco 49ers Podcast Fred Warner highlights prominent panel of guests on Day 2 at Super Bowl Radio Row
Feb 4, 2026
Fred Warner, All-Pro linebacker rehabbing a fractured, dislocated ankle, gives a health update and outlook. Dr. David J. Chao, orthopedic surgeon and former NFL team physician, examines theories about environmental causes of team injuries. Chris Simms, NBC Sports analyst with Buccaneers and Shanahan ties, discusses coaching fits and defensive strategy. Multiple lively conversations on recovery, injury causes, and defensive direction.
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Warner's Return From A Severe Ankle Injury
- Fred Warner described returning to practice late in the season after a fractured and dislocated ankle and feeling fully energized to play again.
- He recounted watching the team for 13 weeks from the sideline and gaining appreciation for what players endure weekly.
Demand Daily Excellence
- Do demand excellence and daily attention to detail to restore a championship-level defense.
- Hold teammates accountable consistently to elevate individual and unit performance.
No Clear Link Between Substation And Injuries
- Dr. David Chao found no solid medical evidence linking the nearby electrical substation to chronic injuries.
- He noted pulsed electromagnetic fields have medical uses, making a continuous-harm theory speculative without scientific proof.