SF Fred Greenlaw
NFL linebacker. Position: LB. Team: San Francisco 49ers.
Quick Facts
- Position: LB
- Team: SF (San Francisco 49ers)
- Age: 29
- Draft: 2019 NFL Draft, 5th round, out of Arkansas
- Current Contract: 1-year deal with 49ers (2026), $6 million
2026 Outlook
Greenlaw is in a critical competition for the 49ers' starting linebacker spot against Isaac Bethune. A seven-year veteran, Greenlaw has been efficient when healthy (averaging just under 7 tackles per game), but he's missed 45 games in the last six seasons due to various injuries (Achilles, quad, hamstring, calf strains, concussion). His fit with new defensive coordinator Raheem Morris is uncertain — Morris runs an aggressive, blitz-happy scheme, while Greenlaw had his best years under coordinators who relied more on the front four. (per 2026 IDP Training Camp Battles to Watch – San Francisco Linebackers)
Role / Depth Chart
Competing with Isaac Bethune for starting LB duties with the 49ers. New defensive coordinator Raheem Morris brings a more aggressive defensive philosophy that may not suit Greenlaw's strengths.
Injury Status
Recurring injury history: Achilles, multiple hamstring strains, calf sprains, and concussions. Has only played every game in a season once (2019 rookie year). Played just 10 games in the last 2 NFL seasons.
Recent News
- 2026-07-15 — Competing for 49ers starting LB with Isaac Bethune; fit with new DC Raheem Morris uncertain (2026 IDP Training Camp Battles to Watch – San Francisco Linebackers)