49ers' Dre Greenlaw had to be held back after his postgame confrontation with Sean Payton
Greenlaw led San Francisco with 12 tackles and a forced fumble, then had to be held back by Fred Warner after confronting Sean Payton.
- On Sunday, October 4, 2026, San Francisco 49ers linebacker Dre Greenlaw confronted Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton during the 49ers' 24-14 victory at Levi's Stadium, pointing at Payton after tackling a runner near the sideline.
- Denver released Greenlaw this past offseason after he appeared in just eight games during the 2025 season, leaving the Broncos accounting for approximately $2.17 million in dead money against their 2026 salary cap.
- Playing through a quad contusion, Greenlaw recorded a team-high 12 tackles and generated two quarterback pressures, helping the 49ers limit Denver's rushing attack to 3.3 yards per carry while on the field.
- Niners teammate Fred Warner had to hold Greenlaw back from Payton after the game ended, though Payton later dismissed the confrontation, stating he and the linebacker are "all good."
- The victory improved the 49ers to 4-0 as they prepare for a Week 5 NFC West matchup against the Seattle Seahawks, with Greenlaw's return providing an immediate defensive boost to San Francisco.
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49ers' Dre Greenlaw had to be held back after his postgame confrontation with Sean Payton
San Francisco 49ers linebacker Dre Greenlaw is not the biggest fan of Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton. Greenlaw clearly had a chip on his shoulder as his Niners took on the Broncos Sunday at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, Calif. The 29-year-old, who got cut by Denver in March, clearly had revenge on his …
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