49ers Linebacker Fred Warner Forces Fumble On Birthday
Nov 19, 2023, 3:39 PM | Updated: 7:29 pm
Fred Warner #54 of the San Francisco 49ers reacts after a stop to force fourth down during the fourth quarter of a game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Levi's Stadium on November 19, 2023 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)
(Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)
SALT LAKE CITY – Former BYU Cougars linebacker Fred Warner celebrated his 27th birthday by forcing a fumble during the Week 11 game between the San Francisco 49ers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
The 49ers hosted the Buccaneers at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California on Sunday, November 19.
With 13:15 remaining in the second quarter, Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield was pressured inside the pocket by the 49ers’ defense when Warner came in and forced the ball free.
.@fred_warner helps force a fumble during the @49ers' game against the @Buccaneers. #LocalsInTheNFL #NFL #TBvsSF #FTTB #BYUFOOTBALL @kslsports pic.twitter.com/7CFq3ZwLkU
— Kyle Ireland (@kyleireland) November 19, 2023
Clelin Ferrell recovered the pigskin at the San Francisco 35-yard line. The 49ers took advantage of the turnover and converted their next drive into a field goal to take a 10-0 lead.
San Francisco owned a 13-7 lead at halftime.
Happy birthday @fred_warner! 🎉 pic.twitter.com/wvLQNtyZlo
— San Francisco 49ers (@49ers) November 19, 2023
During the first half, Warner recorded five total tackles, four solo tackles, 0.5 sacks, and a forced fumble.
Warner entered the game having recorded 78 total tackles, 47 solo tackles, two sacks, two forced fumbles, three interceptions, and six pass breakups this season.
Birthday boy 👑 pic.twitter.com/p9PF77flXV
— San Francisco 49ers (@49ers) November 19, 2023
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San Francisco’s game against Tampa Bay is broadcast on FOX and NFL Sunday Ticket.
About Fred Warner
Prior to his time in the NFL, the San Marcos, California native played at BYU from 2014-17.
During his four seasons in Provo, the linebacker recorded 264 total tackles, 158 solo tackles, 6.5 sacks, three forced fumbles, five fumble recoveries, seven interceptions, 13 pass breakups, and two touchdowns.
Warner was selected by the Niners with the No. 70 overall pick during the third round of the 2018 NFL Draft.
.@fred_warner gets his first INT of the season and seals a @49ers win over the @MiamiDolphins. #LocalsInTheNFL #NFL #MIAvsSF #FTTB #BYU #GoCougs #BYUFOOTBALL @kslsports pic.twitter.com/RbG13Ol72b
— Kyle Ireland (@kyleireland) December 5, 2022
Last season, Warner had 130 total tackles, 79 solo tackles, two sacks, one forced fumble, one interception, and 10 pass breakups in 17 regular season games.
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During his five seasons in the league, Warner has recorded 705 total tackles, 454 solo tackles, 8.5 sacks, nine forced fumbles, six fumble recoveries, six interceptions, 40 pass breakups, and one touchdown in 89 games played.
ALL-PRO PICK 💪@fred_warner with the interception. #LocalsInTheNFL #NFL #DALvsSF #FTTB #BYU #GoCougs #BYUFOOTBALL @kslsports pic.twitter.com/qhEPA5LNUo
— Kyle Ireland (@kyleireland) January 23, 2023
During his career in the postseason, Warner has posted 64 total tackles, 40 solo tackles, one forced fumble, two interceptions, and four pass breakups in nine playoff games.
Kyle Ireland is a Sports Producer and Locals in the NFL Insider for KSLSports.com. He’s also co-host of the Yards After College Podcast. Follow him on X/Twitter (@kyleireland), Instagram (@kyleirelandksl), and Threads (@kyleirelandksl).
