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Health Is Key for 49ers in 2026 | San Francisco 49ers News
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Steve Young dropped a hard-hitting truth bomb: health is the 49ers’ biggest weapon heading into 2026. With key players like Fred Warner and Nick Bosa sidelined last year, the team’s playoff push faltered — but when they’re whole, they’re NFC West contenders. The division’s heating up fast: the Rams just landed Myles Garrett, Aaron Donald’s return is rumored, and the Seahawks are stacked with their core intact. Even with Brock Purdy missing eight games and Mac Jones stepping in to go 5-3, the Niners still proved they’re tough to beat. Young says the 49ers might feel like they’re chasing, but that’s nothing new — and if they stay healthy, they’re ready to fight for the top spot.
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