SF Darius Greenlaw
NFL linebacker. Position: LB. Team: San Francisco 49ers.
Quick Facts
- Position: LB (Linebacker)
- Team: SF (San Francisco 49ers)
- Age: 29 (as of 2026)
- Drafted: 2019, 5th round, by SF
2026 Outlook
Greenlaw returns to the 49ers on a one-year deal after spending 2025 with Denver. Major injury concern: has missed 45 games in six seasons due to Achilles, hamstring strains, calf sprains, and concussions. When healthy, he averages nearly 7 tackles per game. 2025 saw only 10 games played with 53 tackles total. New defensive coordinator Raheem Morris brings an aggressive, blitz-heavy scheme that differs from the defensive system Greenlaw thrived in previously. (per 2026 IDP Training Camp Battles—San Francisco Linebackers)
Role / Depth Chart
Training camp battle with Isaac Bethune for 49ers starting LB snaps. In years with full participation, Greenlaw averaged 10+ games at 90%+ defensive snap share, but recent injuries have limited his availability.
Injury Status
Chronic injury history with recurring hamstring and calf issues. Only played 10 games combined 2024-2025. Signed to 1-year, $6M contract in 2026.
Recent News
- 2026-07-15 — 49ers linebacker position battle: Greenlaw vs. Isaac Bethune for starting snaps in new defensive scheme under Raheem Morris (2026 IDP Training Camp Battles—San Francisco Linebackers)
Open Questions
- Will Greenlaw's injury history limit his availability in Morris's aggressive scheme?
- Can he regain full-time role after two seasons of limited playing time?