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Kyle Van Noy Says He Wants 49ers Shot Next to Fred Warner

His public pitch underscores San Francisco’s need for veteran edge help following last season’s league-worst sack total.

Overview

  • Free agent linebacker Kyle Van Noy said on Tuesday’s Up & Adams that he would really like to play for the 49ers next to close friend Fred Warner.
  • He declined to say if he has spoken with San Francisco and said he had brief talks with Seattle before the Seahawks signed Dante Fowler.
  • Van Noy, 35, remains unsigned after a two-sack 2025 with Baltimore one year removed from a 12.5-sack Pro Bowl season.
  • He said he is super motivated and vowed to produce double-digit sacks for whichever team signs him.
  • Analysts are weighing fits with the 49ers, Ravens, Steelers, Bengals, Bears and Saints as teams balance price, snaps for young rushers and the 49ers’ separate interest in Joey Bosa.