How Tall is Fred Warner

Last Modified Jan 19, 2024 11:07 GMT
How Tall is Fred Warner
Fred Warner

Fred Warner is one of the premier linebackers in the NFL. He plays for the San Francisco 49ers. Warner was drafted by the 49ers in the third round of the 2018 NFL Draft after playing college football at Brigham Young University (BYU), for the BYU Cougars.

Warner’s racked up 766 tackles as of January 2024. He's one of the few defenders in the NFL to have built up a 6 season streak of at least 100 tackles every season. This has led to Warner being nominated to having three Pro Bowls and three First-Team All-Pro selections.

The San Francisco 49ers have already made it 3 NFC Championship Games and 1 Superbowl with Warner as a key pillar in their defense He will be a player to be on lookout for, as the team looks to make another run at the Super Bowl in 2024.

Fred Warner Height

Warner is 6 feet 3 inches (1.91 meters) tall. This ideal height allows him to match up well against both tight ends and running backs in coverage while also holding up against offensive linemen against the run.

In addition to his height, Warner also has good weight and wingspan for his position. His size gives him the strength and length to take on blocks, shed tacklers, and make plays sideline to sideline.

Warner possesses rare length for his position with an arm length of almost 33 inches and 10-inch hands. His long arms allow him to get his hands on opponents first and control engagements. Warner's wingspan also enables him to reach out and grab ball carriers even when he's out of position. His big mitts help him secure interceptions and cause fumbles with hard hits.

Fred Warner Weight

At 6'3", Warner weighs approximately 236 lbs (107 kg). This gives him a strong and sturdy frame to take on blocks and bring down ball carriers. Warner has the ideal size and bulk for an inside linebacker in today's NFL.

Having prototype size and length serves Warner well as he racks up tackles from his middle linebacker spot. He has the play strength to shed blocks and the speed to flow sideline to sideline to make stops. Warner's physique is an asset that aids his reactions and ability to quickly diagnose plays.

With his ideal blend of height, length and speed, Warner can use his frame as a weapon in all facets as an excellent run defender, blitzer and coverage linebacker:

Run Defense: Warner's long arms help him keep blockers away from his body as he hangs tough at the point of attack. His height allows him to peek into the backfield quickly to diagnose plays. He also has the leverage to take down bigger ball carriers.

Blitzing: At 6'3", Warner's height can make it difficult for quarterbacks to locate him as he times up A-gap blitzes through small rushing lanes. His wingspan also aids him in tipping passes or forcing errant throws when he does not get home for the sack.

Coverage: With smooth hips, quick feet and excellent size, Warner shows rare movement skills for a bigger linebacker. His stature helps him get depth on drops, contest jump balls and expertly box out receivers on crossing routes while using his long arms to reach for deflections. Fred Warner's size and athletic profile make him a uniquely gifted off-ball linebacker and a true defensive weapon for San Francisco.

Fred Warner Height FAQ's

A. Fred Warner played for the Brigham Young University (BYU) Cougars

A. Fred Warner is 27 years old as of January 2024.

A. Fred Warner was drafted in the 3rd round of the 2018 NFL draft.

A. Fred Warner’s current jersey number is 54.

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