The San Francisco 49ers just locked down star linebacker Fred Warner with a massive new deal—three years, $63 million, with over $56 million guaranteed. This makes him the highest-paid linebacker in the NFL, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter.

What This Mean: Warner’s been a cornerstone of the 49ers’ defense, and this deal shows they’re willing to pay top dollar to keep their best players happy. For fans, it’s a sign the team’s serious about contending, but it also cranks up the pressure—big contracts mean big expectations. For the rest of the league, it just reset the market for elite linebackers.