San Francisco, California – January 29, 2026 – Fred Warner, linebacker for the San Francisco 49ers, has officially spoken out about the conspiracy theories circulating among fans, particularly regarding the reasons why his team has continuously faced injuries throughout past seasons.
In 2025, the 49ers went through a challenging season, with many key players suffering serious injuries, which significantly impacted the team’s performance. Throughout the season, a viral theory emerged suggesting that an external factor might be causing the health issues among the players, leading to concerns among fans. However, Fred Warner disagrees with this theory.
In an interview on the St. Brown Podcast, Warner shared his thoughts on the matter. He openly expressed:
“I know saying this will make some fans worried, but this information needs to be clarified. I don’t think external factors are affecting our health. But the repeated injuries this season across the team have raised a question that hasn’t truly been answered. I’ve raised this with John Lynch, and he gave me an answer.”
Although Warner dismisses this theory, 49ers General Manager John Lynch has decided not to ignore it and has opened an investigation into the matter. “We can’t overlook concerns related to the health and safety of our players,” Lynch said. “We’ve decided to conduct a thorough investigation to see if any factors could explain these occurrences.”
The emergence of this conspiracy theory is not surprising. The 2025 season saw too many key players for the 49ers, such as George Kittle, Deebo Samuel, and Fred Warner, suffer serious injuries. This was the direct cause of the team’s inability to fully perform and achieve the expected results.
With the concerns of both players and fans, John Lynch has emphasized that protecting the health of the players will always be the team’s top priority. “The health of our players is the most important. We will do everything we can to ensure they not only play healthy but also have a long-term future with the team,” Lynch said.
Despite the conspiracy theories surrounding them, the 49ers are preparing for the new season with great determination. They are committed to improving the roster and uncovering the deeper causes of the injuries. With a strong coaching staff and a talented squad, San Francisco hopes to overcome these challenges and come back stronger in the next season.
John Lynch’s investigation will continue to attract attention in the coming months, but Fred Warner and his teammates are focused on playing and recovering. Regardless of the theories, the 49ers’ goal remains to win and protect the health of their players, without letting conspiracy theories overshadow the team’s efforts.
