On this episode of 49ers Talk, Matt Maiocco and Laura Britt break down the 49ers' Week 9 loss to the Packers, including Nick Mullens’ struggles and Richie James' stand-out performance. Then, 49ers Analyst Donte Whitner discusses the defensive struggles, how the offense can improve and why the 49ers’ leadership is more important now than ever before. (1:03) Packers beat up injured 49ers (4:10) James has standout performance in loss (9:30) How can 49ers’ secondary improve? (14:13) Whitner reveals ...
Nov 06, 2020•27 min•Ep. 259
On this episode of 49ers Talk, Matt Maiocco and Laura Britt discuss the latest news surrounding the 49ers, including Jimmy Garoppolo and George Kittle missing the foreseeable future with injuries sustained in San Francisco’s Week 8 matchup with the Seattle Seahawks. Plus, they weigh in on the team trading Kwon Alexander to the Saints and how that affects the team going forward. (1:03) Garoppolo, Kittle out with injuries (3:10) Alexander traded to Saints (6:50) Has Garoppolo played his final game...
Nov 03, 2020•9 min•Ep. 258
On this episode of 49ers Talk, Matt Maiocco and Laura Britt discuss the 49ers' frustrating loss to the Seattle Seahawks, where the team suffered more key injuries and the defense struggled to contain Russel Wilson and DK Metcalf. Plus, 49ers analyst Jeff Garcia joins the show to break down the current state of the quarterback position in San Francisco and discuss Jimmy Garoppolo’s future with the 49ers. (1:02) 49ers face short week after loss to Seahawks (3:57) Kittle, Garoppolo leave early with...
Nov 02, 2020•31 min•Ep. 257
On this episode of 49ers Talk, Matt Maiocco is joined by NBC Sports Northwest Seahawks Insider Joe Fann to preview the Week 8 showdown between the 49ers and Seahawks. The duo break down if San Francisco can slow down Russel Wilson and whether or not the 49ers' offense can keep rolling in Seattle. Plus, 49ers President Al Guido joins the show to discuss how the 49ers organization is helping the community off the field. (4:50) Importance of the 49ers game in Seattle (12:21) Can Seahawks defense sl...
Oct 31, 2020•50 min•Ep. 256
On this episode of 49ers Talk, Matt Maiocco and Laura Britt are joined by a number of different guests, including 49ers linebacker Dre Greenlaw. He breaks down this weekend’s matchup against the Seahawks and how his big play last season is impacting the 2020 season. Then, hear from Dre’s high school football coach, Daryl Patton, as he discusses his former star’s early football career before 49ers analyst Takeo Spikes stops by to preview the 49ers-Seahawks Week 8 showdown. (4:03) Seahawks acquire...
Oct 29, 2020•1 hr•Ep. 255
On this episode of 49ers Talk, Matt Maiocco and Laura Britt break down the 49ers' dominant victory over New England, including the defense holding the Patriots’ offense to six points, and the running game continuing to fuel the offense. Plus, 49ers analyst Donte Whitner joins the show to discuss if the team can continue to roll next weekend as it faces Russell Wilson and the Seattle Seahawks. (1:03) 49ers roll to Week 7 victory over New England (3:21) Garoppolo, offense clicking despite injuries...
Oct 26, 2020•25 min•Ep. 254
On this episode of 49ers Talk, Matt Maiocco and Laura Britt are joined by 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo to discuss his time playing with Tom Brady, the lessons he learned with the Patriots and the surprise trade to the 49ers. Then, NBC Sports Bay Area 49ers analyst Takeo Spikes predicts New England’s game plan against George Kittle and how the 49ers' defense could slow down Patriots quarterback Cam Newton (1:25) 49ers face Patriots in Week 7 showdown (6:20) Can 49ers overcome lingering injur...
Oct 22, 2020•45 min•Ep. 253
On this episode of 49ers Talk, Matt Maiocco and Laura Britt discuss the 49ers’ Week 6 victory over the Rams and how the team can build off this win moving forward. NBC Sports Bay Area 49ers analyst Ian Williams joins the show to detail the impressive showing from the offensive line and the key to the defensive effort before ending the podcast previewing San Francisco’s Week 7 matchup against Jimmy Garoppolo’s former team, the New England Patriots. (1:13) 49ers bounce back against Rams (8:05) Ver...
Oct 19, 2020•36 min•Ep. 252
On this episode of 49ers Talk, Matt Maiocco and Laura Britt are joined by Sunday Night Football’s Michele Tafoya to discuss the current state of the 49ers, including how major injuries have derailed their season and if they still have a chance to make the playoffs. Then, former 49ers linebacker and NBC Sports Bay Area analyst Takeo Spikes breaks down the 49ers' Week 6 matchup against the Rams and what coordinator Robert Saleh and the defense need to do to regain their dominant form. (3:30) Can S...
Oct 15, 2020•46 min•Ep. 251
On this episode of 49ers Talk, Matt Maiocco and Laura Britt discuss the 49ers' disappointing Week 5 loss to the Miami Dolphins, including San Francisco's offensive struggles and if it was the right decision to start Jimmy Garoppolo at quarterback. 49ers analyst Donte Whitner also details the problems on the defense, including why Ahkello Witherspoon didn’t start against the Dolphins and how much blame Robert Saleh deserves for the loss. (1:01) 49ers dominated by Dolphins (4:12) Beathard replaced...
Oct 12, 2020•28 min•Ep. 250
On this episode of 49ers Talk, Matt Maiocco and Laura Britt discuss who will be behind center against the Dolphins, the 49ers' wrath of injuries and how COVID-19 is affecting the NFL. Plus, former 49ers linebacker and NBC Sports Bay Area analyst Takeo Spikes joins the show to explain the 49ers’ need to improve the offensive line and what it will take to get the offense back on track. (3:26) Who will play quarterback against the Dolphins? (6:40) Expectations for wide receivers going forward (10:1...
Oct 08, 2020•49 min•Ep. 249
On this episode of 49ers Talk, Matt Maiocco is joined by former 49ers quarterback and current NBC Sports Bay Area analyst Jeff Garcia to break down the 49ers’ loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, George Kittle’s dominant return and the question marks surrounding the quarterback position. Plus, 49ers defensive end Dion Jordan joins the show to discuss his football history, the reasons he loves San Francisco and how he can help the 49ers going forward. (1:20) 49ers drop to 2-2 on the season (4:37) Are...
Oct 05, 2020•40 min•Ep. 248
On this episode of 49ers Talk, Matt Maiocco is joined by NBC’s "Sunday Night Football" analyst Cris Collinsworth to discuss the latest news in the NFL, including some recent positive COVID-19 tests and how the NFL will hand these situations going forward. Plus, they preview this week’s "Sunday Night Football" game between the 49ers and the Eagles and detail the strength of the NFC West. (5:10) NFL experiencing positive COVID-19 tests (8:26) Eagles vs. 49ers preview (10:55) Collinsworth discusses...
Oct 03, 2020•19 min•Ep. 247
On this episode of 49ers Talk, Matt Maiocco and Laura Britt discuss some injury updates for George Kittle and Deebo Samuel, and examine the job Kyle Shanahan has done despite some key injuries. Then, NBC Sports Bay Area’s Takeo Spikes joins Matt to detail what the 49ers should expect this weekend from the Eagles and Carson Wentz. Plus, Football Night in America’s Tony Dungy stops by to break down the 49ers' roster depth and how the team can improve moving forward. (2:10) Kittle, Samuel return to...
Oct 01, 2020•43 min•Ep. 246
On this episode of 49ers Talk, Matt Maiocco and Laura Britt discuss the Week 3 win over the New York Giants and break down some unsung heroes on the offensive side of the ball. Then, 49ers analyst Ian Williams stops by the show to detail the defense's performance and share how the defensive unit is improving despite the injuries. (1:49) 49ers take down Giants (5:25) Unsung heroes of the 49ers’ offense (14:22) Williams shares what impressed him on the defensive end (19:10) Benefits of beating low...
Sep 28, 2020•34 min•Ep. 245
On this episode of 49ers Talk, Matt Maiocco and Laura Britt discuss how the 49ers should move forward and which players need to step up and fill the void left by the key injuries suffered vs. the Jets. Then, SNY NFL Insider Ralph Vacchiano stops by to preview the 49ers' Week 3 matchup against the Giants before closing the show with former 49ers linebacker and new NBC Sports Bay Area analyst Takeo Spikes. (2:13) Garoppolo likely out against Giants (7:15) Expectations for Mullens in Week 3 (11;13)...
Sep 24, 2020•49 min•Ep. 244
On the latest episode of 49ers Talk, Matt Maiocco and Laura Britt discuss the 49ers' injury-plagued win over the New York Jets. Jeff Garica joins to discuss how Jimmy Garoppolo's loss might impact the 49ers offense. Frank Gore and Donte Whitner also stop by to look back on their time together in San Francisco and Gore's desire to end his career with the 49ers. Finally, Matt and Laura look ahead to Week 3 against the New York Giants. (02:00) 49ers lose Nick Bosa, Jimmy Garoppolo and others to inj...
Sep 21, 2020•42 min•Ep. 243
On the latest episode of 49ers Talk, Matt Maiocco and Laura Britt discuss the latest news from Santa Clara, including Richard Sherman being placed on IR and the team signing veteran wide receiver Mohamed Sanu. They break down how Jimmy Garoppolo can bounce back this weekend against the New York Jets and playing against the 49ers legend Frank Gore. (1:30) Injuries adding up for 49ers (5:17) Will Garoppolo bounce back in week 2? (9:23) 49ers sign Sanu (16:32) Aiyuk returns to practice (20:00) Will...
Sep 17, 2020•33 min•Ep. 242
On the latest episode of 49ers Talk, Matt Maiocco and Laura Britt discuss the 49ers' loss to the Arizona Cardinals, Jimmy Garoppolo’s performance and preview week 2 against the Jets. Plus, 49ers analyst Donte Whitner joins the show to break down how the defense can improve going forward. (2:04) Takeaways from the 49ers loss' to Cardinals (6:06) Examining Garoppolo’s performance (10:35) Whitner explains how the defense needs improve (14:15) Does Saleh need to make changes on defense? (17:34) How ...
Sep 14, 2020•34 min•Ep. 241
On the latest episode of the 49ers Talk, Matt Maiocco and Laura Britt discuss the latest team news, including Fred Warner being taken off the reserve/COVID-19 list and injury updates for Brandon Aiyuk and Deebo Samuel. Plus, don’t miss the week 1 preview as the 49ers take on Kyler Murray and the Arizona Cardinals! (1:30) Aiyuk, Samuel still nursing injuries (4:25) How are 49ers dealing with air quality? (6:40) Warner off reserve/COVID-19 list (9:34) How will new weapons play for 49ers in week 1?...
Sep 10, 2020•35 min•Ep. 240
On the latest episode of the 49ers Talk, Matt Maiocco and Laura Britt are joined by NBC's Sunday Night Football analyst Cris Collinsworth to share his expectations for Jimmy Garoppolo this upcoming season and explains why the NFC West will be a challenge for all teams involved. Matt and Laura also discuss the 49ers release of the 53-man roster and impact players entering the 2020 season. (4:20) 49ers following county health guidelines (5:52) Samuels makes the 49ers' 53-man roster (8:30) Aiyuk’s ...
Sep 07, 2020•42 min•Ep. 239
On this episode of 49ers Talk, Matt Maiocco and Ian Williams take a look at the current players in training camp and predict the 2020 roster. They discuss the importance of depth for this season and share some players who are ready to shine this season. (3:12) Will 49ers get off to hot start? (7:17) Who will be Garoppolo’s backup? (9:34) Examining the running back position (16:04) How good is the tight end group? (22:50) Predicting Bosa’s 2020 growth (28:12) 49ers linebacker depth (31:40) Should...
Sep 03, 2020•46 min•Ep. 238
On this episode of the 49ers Insider Podcast, Matt Maiocco and Ian Williams look at some new 49ers on the roster and discuss how they can help make the team better. What impact will Brandon Aiyuk have on the offense? How has Trent Williams made the 49ers offense and defense better? Tune in to find out! (3:22) 49ers place Warner on reserve/COVID-19 list (6:31) What will Williams bring to 49ers? (10:04) Can Reed help Kittle this season? (16:50) New faces on 49ers defense (19:32) How will Kinlaw tr...
Sep 01, 2020•39 min•Ep. 237
On this episode of the 49ers Insider Podcast, Matt Maiocco and Ian Williams break down recent observations from the 49ers training camp, including Jimmy Garoppolo’s performance so far and if the offense will be clicking when the season starts. Then, they answer some fan question including if Brandon Aiyuk will have a better rookie season than Deebo Samuel and if the 49ers should go after Earl Thomas. (3:22) Observations from practice (7:49) How does 49ers offense look? (17:04) Should 49ers pursu...
Aug 27, 2020•40 min•Ep. 236
On the latest episode of the 49ers Insider Podcast, Matt Maiocco and Ian Williams discuss recent events from 49ers training camp, including key injuries on offense and defense. Then, they look at some potential players who can step up this season and discuss rookie Javon Kinlaw's potential. (2:26) 49ers facing injuries at training camp (6:30) Should coaches be worried about player injuries? (10:15) Can Pettis have a bounce-back season? (20:04) How deep is the 49ers defensive line? (25:19) Predic...
Aug 24, 2020•33 min•Ep. 235
On this episode of the 49ers Insider Podcast, Matt Maiocco and Ian Williams discuss the recent news coming from Santa Clara, including how the team has looked so far during practice and the influx of new players added to the roster. Then, the guys look at the impact of George Kittle’s new deal and break down how the defensive line can be even better next season. (4:27) 49ers’ depth at offensive line (8:48) How has WR core looked so far at camp? (9:50) What message does Kittle’s contract send? (1...
Aug 20, 2020•31 min•Ep. 234
On this episode 49ers Insider Podcast, Matt Maiocco and Ian Williams discuss the recent injury of wide receiver Jalen Hurd and if the offense is equipped to overcome another injury. Plus, in-depth discussions about the strength of the quarterback position and what new 49er Trent Williams brings to the offense. (1:27) Replacing DeForest Buckner (5:15) Jalen Hurd’s injury (10:50) How will 49ers receivers look in 2020? (20:21) Depth of 49ers quarterback position (24:00) Williams vs. Bosa matchup in...
Aug 17, 2020•31 min•Ep. 233
On this episode of the 49ers Insider Podcast, Matt Maiocco and Laura Britt answer some of your questions, including how the offense will move forward with the absence of Deebo Samuel and the future of the secondary. Plus, hear Matt’s instant analysis about the breaking news of George Kittle’s contract extension with the 49ers. (0:44) Kittle, 49ers agree to contract extension (5:00) 49ers nearing return to practice (11:10) Importance of Garoppolo and Kittle’s friendship (18:20) Will NFL move game...
Aug 13, 2020•38 min•Ep. 232
On this episode of the 49ers Insider Podcast, Matt Maiocco and Laura Britt discuss the recent happenings in college football and detail how they will affect the NFL for years to come. Plus, hear from Steve Young as he examines the 49ers offense, shares his thoughts on Dwight Clark and the impact No. 87 left on the organization. (1:27) College football unsure about playing this fall (7:15) NFL players’ responsibility for the 2020 season (11:50) Young shares his thoughts on the 49ers’ offense (14:...
Aug 11, 2020•29 min•Ep. 231
On this episode of the 49ers Insider Podcast, Matt Maiocco and Laura Britt discuss the 49ers' mentality headed into the 2020 season and the motivation they have to avenge their Super Bowl loss. Plus, they discuss how COVID-19 will impact training camp and why Nick Bosa will be even better next season. (2:27) 49ers taking precautions with COVID-19 (7:30) Players getting used to COVID-19 protocols (10:50) 49ers, players anxious to restart football activities (15:51) Two 49ers players opt out of 20...
Aug 06, 2020•28 min•Ep. 230
