Purdy was sidelined for multiple games during the 2025 season due to a turf toe injury, a lingering issue that continued to affect him even after his return to the field. The 49ers quarterback acknowledged that fully moving past the injury would likely require some offseason rest.
Linebacker Fred Warner, meanwhile, suffered a dislocated and fractured right ankle in October, ending his season prematurely. There was optimism he could potentially return had the 49ers reached the NFC Championship Game, but the team ultimately fell short.
Speaking to reporters, both players expressed confidence in their recovery progress ahead of the 2026 season.
"Yeah, it feels great," Purdy said. "And like I told you guys last year, when I came back, when I do come back from this toe debacle thing, I'll be good to play my way of ball. That was the whole thing, and I did.
"Obviously, with some time off and stuff, and some more training and things like that, it feels great. I'm feeling like I'm in a really good spot."
Warner also emphasized that he expects no limitations as the 49ers begin offseason workouts and shift focus toward 2026.
"I'm feeling extremely blessed, grateful to be back," Warner said. "I'm feeling great, and no restrictions, just being able to jump right in. That honestly was the feeling after the season ended, the fact that I was able to return to practice kind of gave me all the confidence in the world to really attack training during the offseason."
The All-Pro linebacker added that moving past the injury has allowed him to approach this offseason like a normal training cycle.
"It's been great," Warner said.
When asked to clarify his status moving forward, Warner reiterated: "No restrictions."
With both Purdy and Warner back to full strength, the 49ers enter the offseason program with two cornerstone players healthy and ready to lead the push toward the 2026 NFL season.
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