Dee Winters Takes His Shot at Replacing Greenlaw as 49ers’ Weakside LB

Dee Winters takes his shot at replacing Greenlaw as 49ers’ weakside LB

SANTA CLARA — Too much has been made of the 49ers’ offseason losses, which were a necessary attrition for a 6-11 team. Financial considerations played a role, but not nearly as much as performance. If there is a gaping hole that needs to be filled in the 49ers’ soul, it was the departure of linebacker Dre Greenlaw. “Dre Greenlaw, in my opinion, is one of one, one of the best players I’ve ever played with,” tight end George Kittle said. “Especial…

49ers’ Dee Winters takes his shot at replacing Greenlaw as 49ers’ weakside LB

SANTA CLARA — Too much has been made of the 49ers’ offseason losses, which were a necessary attrition for a 6-11 team. Financial considerations played a role, but not nearly as much as performance. If there is a gaping hole that needs to be filled in the 49ers’ soul, it was the departure of linebacker Dre Greenlaw. “Dre Greenlaw, in my opinion, is one of one, one of the best players I’ve ever played with,” tight end George Kittle said. “Especial…

Dre Greenlaw’s replacement? First up is Dee Winters, the 49ers linebacker making a leap - The San Francisco Standard

Robert Saleh said playing time is key for Winters, who has already intercepted Brock Purdy at training camp.

Dee Winters' confidence soars amid 49ers LB competition

Dee Winters has been patiently waiting for his opportunity to step up for the San Francisco 49ers, and 2025 could be his moment. With Dre Greenlaw now in Denver, Winters is competing to line up alongside All-Pro linebacker Fred Warner as the team's starting Will linebacker. Warner is already impressed by Winters' growth this offseason. "I've seen a lot of growth, honestly," Warner said earlier this week. "I've seen a guy who's ready to take th…