Former NFL cornerback turned pundit Jason Bell says San Francisco 49ers' Fred Warner is "the best inside linebacker in the game".
The 49ers defense has caused chaos for opposing offenses so far in 2023, with Warner playing a big part.
The 26-year-old has 48 tackles through six games in 2023 as well as two sacks and two interceptions.
The 2018 third round pick has 118 combined tackles or more in each of his five NFL seasons to date and is now in his fourth season as a captain for the 49ers defense.
Speaking to DAZN, Bell said: "Fred Warner, to me, is the best inside linebacker in the game.
"When you have a good inside linebacker that has speed, your defence is fast and that's exactly what the San Francisco 49ers are.
"Nick Bosa is rolling too, and they've got playmakers in the secondary so I love what their team is."
The 49ers suffered their first defeat of the season in Week 6 on the road against the Cleveland Browns.
The NFC West leaders will look to bounce back on Monday Night Football in Week 7 on the road against the Minnesota Vikings.
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