# 49ers Defense BREAKOUTS: Who Must Step Up in 2026?

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Podcast: [The Wayne Breezie Show | 49ers News and Analysis](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-wayne-breezie-show-49ers-news-analysis-5873621)
Published: 2026-05-28T16:00:00+00:00
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Duration seconds: 480

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The 49ers' defense is entering a new era, and several young players must step up for San Francisco to return to dominance. Wayne “Breezie” Brown breaks down the biggest breakout candidates, the pressure on the defensive line, and why this defense may surprise the NFL in 2026.

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