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49ers Talk: A San Francisco 49ers Podcast

Matt Maiocco, NBC Sports Bay Areawww.nbcsportsbayarea.com
NBC Sports Bay Area 49ers insider Matt Maiocco and reporter Jennifer Lee Chan bring you comprehensive NFL coverage of all things San Francisco 49ers. Don't miss weekly in-depth interviews with players, coaches, front-office personnel, alumni and fellow media members. Check out all new episodes year-round.
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Episodes

49ers’ quarterback landscape and potential positions to target in the NFL Draft

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down how Trey Lance can improve and take advantage of this offseason, why Sam Darnold has tremendous potential in the 49ers' offense and what we know so far about Brock Purdy’s recovery. Plus, what are some positions the team should target in the upcoming draft? (2:16) Kittle makes surprise WrestleMania appearance (11:05) Are the 49ers set at QB despite injury history? (18:32) Is Lance on the trading block? (27:10) Where can Lance improve his game? (34:19...

Apr 02, 20231 hr 4 minEp. 529

Lance’s offseason opportunity, Purdy’s recovery timeline and new NFL rules

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down how Brock Purdy’s recovery creates a big opportunity for Trey Lance this offseason, why the three-month mark is so important for Purdy's rehab and why the 49ers could be affected by some rule changes in 2023. (1:16) 49ers set to learn more in June about Purdy’s recovery (7:05) Could Lance grab the starting job this offseason? (14:32) Should the NFL allow an emergency third QB? (17:10) York ‘optimistic’ Levi's Stadium will host another Super Bowl (24:...

Mar 29, 202338 minEp. 528

Dissecting 49ers’ faith in Brock Purdy and what it means for Trey Lance

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down John Lynch’s comments about the team's faith in Brock Purdy, what that could mean for Trey Lance and why the 49ers wont have any interest in acquiring Lamar Jackson. Plus, Matt and Jennifer look at the NFL draft and examine why the 49ers should be happy with their upcoming picks. (1:16) Lynch on the 49ers' current QB situation (14:05) Can Purdy continue his success? (18:32) What does the Purdy situation mean for Lance? (27:10) Are the 49ers intereste...

Mar 27, 202341 minEp. 527

Examining the 49ers’ roster needs and behind the scenes of an NFL insider

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down what Ross Dwelley re-signing with the 49ers means to the offense, why the kicker position is the 49ers' biggest glaring hole and share some behind-the-scenes stories surrounding their jobs and what it is like to be an NFL insider. (2:29) Dwelley set to return to 49ers (9:16) Potential tight end draft targets (14:05) 49ers add depth on OL with Feliciano signing (22:32) What will the 49ers do at kicker? (31:10) Behind the scenes of NFL reporting (39:36...

Mar 23, 20231 hr 5 minEp. 526

Hargrave’s instant impact, Ferrell’s upside and more free agency observations

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down what Javon Hargrave brings to the 49ers’ defense, why Clelin Ferrell could be the team’s biggest under-the-radar signing this offseason and the importance Sam Darnold will have for San Francisco. Plus, are the 49ers better now compared to the end of the season? (2:29) Have the 49ers gotten better this offseason? (9:16) What does Hargrave bring to the 49ers? (14:05) Will newcomer Ferrell exceed expectations? (25:32) Can the defensive line be better in...

Mar 20, 202350 minEp. 525

Analyzing 49ers’ free-agent additions and departures; One-on-one with Jake Brendel

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down the 49ers’ performance in free agency to this point, including if fans should be worried about the amount of departures for the team and how they plan to replenish their depth. Then, center Jake Brendel joins the show to discuss his multiyear deal with the 49ers and why he is impressed with San Francisco's offseason so far. (2:29) Should fans worry about the 49ers’ free-agent losses? (6:16) What is the 49ers’ biggest loss this offseason? (14:05) Bren...

Mar 16, 202351 minEp. 524

49ers surprisingly agree to deals with Hargrave, Darnold as Jimmy G, Ward, McGlinchey move on

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan react to the breaking news of the 49ers agreeing to terms with both Javon Hargrave and Sam Darnold, how the new additions impact the current roster and why the team’s losses in free agency so far are not surprising. (1:29) 49ers surprise with Hargrave agreement (8:16) Is the Hargrave deal a good one for the 49ers? (12:05) 49ers agree to terms with Darnold (20:32) How important is Gipson return to the defense? (26:30) Reflecting on Jimmy G’s time with the 49ers...

Mar 14, 202338 minEp. 523

Examining Purdy’s recovery timetable, previewing 49ers’ free agency options

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss what Brock Purdy’s recovery timetable should look like after his surgery, how that impacts the 49ers’ mentality headed into free agency and how the team fills other needs moving forward. Plus, Doctor Nirav Pandya joins the show to explain what fans should look for with Purdy’s recovery and why Purdy could come back better than ever. (1:29) 49ers announce Purdy undergoes successful surgery (8:16) Does Purdy’s injury influence 49ers’ free-agency hunt? (15...

Mar 12, 202352 minEp. 522

49ers’ interest in Lamar Jackson, Purdy’s surgery and free-agency outlook

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down if the 49ers have interest in Lamar Jackson and what it would take to acquire the former MVP, the narrative San Francisco fans have on the quarterback situation between Trey Lance and Brock Purdy and what to expect headed toward free agency next week. (1:29) Purdy set for surgery Friday (8:16) Looking at the Purdy vs. Lance narrative (14:05) Are the 49ers interested in Lamar Jackson? (21:02) Would 49ers made a big QB move if Purdy is out next season?...

Mar 08, 202340 minEp. 521

Steve Palazzolo on Purdy’s ‘special’ talent, how Lance can be ‘cheat code’ for 49ers’ offense

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan are joined by PFF’s Steve Palazzolo to break down the special talent he sees in Brock Purdy, how Trey Lance has potential to be a cheat code for the 49ers’ offense and why Mike McGlinchey is destined for a big free-agent contract. Plus, Matt and Jennifer discuss the chances Tom Brady makes his way to the Bay Area and what positions San Francisco will target in the draft. (1:52) Gould announces plans to leave 49ers, kick for another NFL team (8:16) Why is the co...

Mar 05, 20231 hr 1 minEp. 520

Exclusive: John Lynch on Purdy’s delayed surgery, how Lance can improve and 49ers’ offseason plans

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan are joined by 49ers general manager John Lynch to discuss the latest surrounding Brock Purdy’s delayed surgery, what the 49ers’ plans are for the NFL Scouting Combine and free agency and how he sees Trey Lance progressing as an NFL quarterback. (1:12) Griese to return as 49ers quarterback coach (9:16) Will McGlinchey be back next season? (15:05) Could Ward, Gipson return to 49ers? (20:30) Lynch on how the 49ers handle the combine (25:36) Lynch updates Purdy’s i...

Mar 01, 202345 minEp. 519

Sage Rosenfels on Purdy’s ‘perfect’ fit with 49ers, comparisons to Drew Brees

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan are joined by Sage Rosenfels to break down what he has seen from Brock Purdy so far, how Purdy compares to NFL great Drew Brees and what the 49ers' next step is with Trey Lance. Plus, Matt and Jennifer look at the 49ers’ roster and discuss where the team’s top priorities should be heading toward free agency. (3:12) Who is the 49ers’ most important free agent? (8:16) Potential free agency quarterback targets (13:05) Do the 49ers need to add a slot receiver? (20:...

Feb 26, 20231 hr 6 minEp. 518

Peter King on favoring Purdy over Lance, Shanahan’s coaching style and 49ers’ health problems

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan are joined by NBC Sports’ Peter King to discuss why he believes Brock Purdy will be the starter for the 49ers next season, the key to Purdy’s standout rookie season and the interesting way Kyle Shanahan handles roster decisions. Plus, Matt and Jennifer recap the 49ers' season and give out their awards. (3:12) Recapping the 49ers’ season (9:16) Looking back to Purdy’s debut (16:05) Is McCaffrey the focal point of the 49ers’ offense? (22:30) Where can 49ers impro...

Feb 23, 20231 hr 2 minEp. 517

Greg Cosell shares his Purdy observations, where Lance can improve and Garoppolo’s future options

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan are joined by NFL Films' Greg Cosell to break down what he saw from Brock Purdy this season, where Trey Lance can improve moving forward and to discuss possible landing spots for Jimmy Garoppolo. Plus, Matt and Jennifer look ahead to free agency and answer some questions the 49ers will face. (3:12) 49ers announce more coaching moves (8:16) Purdy set for surgery on Feb. 22 (17:05) Will 49ers pick up fifth-year option for Kinlaw, Aiyuk? (25:10) Cosell on the impo...

Feb 19, 20231 hr 3 minEp. 516

Chris Simms on the 49ers' ‘tricky’ quarterback situation, Shanahan’s ‘genius’ offensive mind

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan are joined by NBC Sports’ Chris Simms to break down what he sees happening with the 49ers’ quarterback situation, what the future will hold for Jimmy Garoppolo in free agency and why Kyle Shanahan is underrated as a brilliant offensive mind in NFL history. (3:12) Is the locker room behind Purdy? (7:45) Chiefs take down Eagles in Super Bowl (16:16) Coaches on the move for 49ers (21:05) Simms on Lance’s future with the 49ers (27:30) Does the draft selection matte...

Feb 15, 20231 hr 2 minEp. 515

49ers-Eagles rivalry, NFL Honors recap and one-on-one with Tom Pelissero and Mike Tannenbaum

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss Nick Bosa and DeMeco Ryans respectively winning awards at NFL Honors, the budding rivalry between the 49ers and the Eagles and why Patrick Willis’ chances to make the Pro Football Hall of Fame grew this week. Then, NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero joins the show to break down how draft scouts were wrong about Brock Purdy, and former NFL GM Mike Tannenbaum weighs in on Bosa’s future in San Francisco. (3:12) Bosa, Ryans win awards at NFL Honors (6:45) Will Wil...

Feb 11, 202345 minEp. 514

Rob Gronkowski explains why Kittle is NFL's best TE, believes 49ers would've 'opened all doors' for Brady

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan are joined by Super Bowl champion Rob Gronkowski to discuss George Kittle’s greatness, if Tom Brady is done playing in the NFL and how impressed he was by Brock Purdy. Then, NFL Network’s Cynthia Frelund stops by to break down why Steve Wilks is perfect hire for the 49ers, and NFL Network's Steve Wyche drops in to explain why the 49ers are the model for hiring and developing minority coaches. (3:12) Should the 49ers have a quarterback competition? (8:45) What’s...

Feb 10, 202356 minEp. 513

Ian Rapoport on Purdy’s surgery plans, Lance’s future and 49ers’ free agency decisions

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan are joined by NFL Network's Ian Rapoport to break down his reporting on Brock Purdy’s surgery date, what that means for the 2023 season and what he envisions the 49ers doings with some of their free agents. Then, Ryan Leaf stops by to shares his take on the quarterback situation in San Francisco, and Raheem Mostert joins the show to show his love to the 49ers fan base. (1:42) Purdy’s reported surgery date revealed (8:45) Rapoport gives more detail on Purdy’s re...

Feb 09, 202358 minEp. 512

Evaluating Purdy’s surgery scenarios, Wilks hiring and the future of the NFC

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan are in Phoenix at Radio Row to break down the 49ers' reported plans to hire Steve Wilks as their new defensive coordinator and what he will bring to the team. Then, we are joined by Dr. David Chao to look at Brock Purdy’s different surgery scenarios and Ross Tucker to explain why he expects the 49ers to remain at the top of the NFC for a long time. Plus, CEO of Mr. Irrelevant Melanie Fitch joins the show to share her stories of Brock Purdy from Mr. Irrelevant W...

Feb 08, 202355 minEp. 511

Purdy vs. Lance, defensive coordinator search and other offseason questions

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss some offseason questions the 49ers face, including who will fill the vacated defensive coordinator position, if Brock Purdy and Trey Lance will compete for the starting job and what will happen to some notable 49ers free agents. (1:42) 49ers shift attention to offseason question marks (7:45) Update on 49ers' compensatory picks (17:30) Who will be the 49ers' next defensive coordinator? (27:16) Should Shanahan be criticized for his coaching? (39:45) Will ...

Feb 05, 20231 hr 3 minEp. 510

49ers offseason primer: Purdy’s injury timeline, Jimmy G’s departure and free-agent decisions

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss the latest updates regarding Brock Purdy’s injury and how that influences the 49ers' decisions at quarterback, the likely departure of Jimmy Garoppolo and the various free-agent decisions San Francisco will face this offseason. (1:42) 49ers set with Purdy and Lance at QB position (8:45) Should the 49ers bring in a veteran QB? (16:30) Garoppolo set to move on this offseason (23:16) Does Purdy have the backing of the locker room? (28:45) 49ers announce aw...

Feb 02, 202346 minEp. 509

Brock Purdy’s elbow injury costs 49ers in NFC Championship Game loss to Eagles

Matt Maiocco and Carlos Ramirez break down the 49ers’ injury-riddled loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, the impact of Brock Purdy’s elbow injury and the different avenues the team can go at the quarterback position this offseason. Plus, Jennifer Lee Chan joins the show to discuss how the 49ers move forward after their second consecutive NFC Championship Game loss and why the future is still bright in the Bay Area. (1:42) 49ers fall to Eagles in injury-filled fashion (6:45) How concerned should fan...

Jan 30, 202349 minEp. 508

Exclusive: Arik Armstead on stopping Jalen Hurts, upcoming ‘slugfest' vs. Eagles

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan are joined by Arik Armstead to discuss what makes this 49ers’ season so special to the team, the resilience he has shown fighting through injuries this season and the leadership role he has embraces in the locker room. Plus, Matt joins Eagles Insider Reuben Frank and Dave Zangaro to talk all things NFC Championship and who holds the advantage headed into Sunday. (1:42) 49ers head off to Philadelphia for NFC Championship Game (8:45) Players to watch this Sunday ...

Jan 28, 20231 hr 10 minEp. 507

Keys to beating Eagles: establishing the running game, third-down efficiency and containing Jalen Hurts

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss the 49ers’ injury report headed toward the NFC Championship Game, what type of performance Brock Purdy needs to seal a San Francisco victory and if Kyle Shanahan has extra pressure on him this weekend. Plus, Greg Papa stops by to share some keys to slowing down Jalen Hurts and the Philadelphia offense and the environment the 49ers will face this Sunday. (1:42) Discussing the Omenihu situation (6:45) Are the Eagles the better team? (13:49) Should the 49e...

Jan 26, 202357 minEp. 506

49ers head to NFC Championship Game after dominating defensive performance vs. Cowboys

Matt Maiocco and Carlos Ramirez break down the 49ers’ divisional-round playoff win over the Dallas Cowboys, if this was the team’s best defensive performance yet and the continued success of the Brock Purdy-to-George Kittle connection. Plus, Jennifer Lee Chan joins the show to discuss Kyle Shanahan’s trust in Purdy and preview the NFC Championship Game against the Philadelphia Eagles. (1:22) 49ers advance to NFC Championship Game (8:45) Was this the 49ers' best defensive performance? (14:49) Ana...

Jan 23, 202340 minEp. 505

Exclusive: George Kittle on Purdy’s confidence, McCaffrey’s impact and the Cowboys showdown

George Kittle joins Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan to discuss how Brock Purdy’s confidence feeds the offense, the dramatic impact Christian McCaffrey has had since joining the 49ers and how excited the tight end is to face the Cowboys in the NFC Divisional Playoff. Then, Cowboys reporter Michael Gehlken joins the show to preview this weekend's showdown between the 49ers and the Cowboys. (1:22) 49ers ready to face Cowboys in NFC divisional round (5:45) Is Kittle primed for a big performance? ...

Jan 20, 202346 minEp. 504

Purdy’s biggest test, trapping the Cowboys’ defense and other keys to beating Dallas

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down the 49ers’ mentality headed into their playoff matchup with the Cowboys, why this weekend will be the biggest test Brock Purdy has faced so far and if it is this the biggest game in Levi’s Stadium history. Plus, Greg Papa stops by to break down how Kyle Shanahan can trap Dallas’ defense and shares the one thing Purdy can improve on moving forward. (1:22) 49ers focused on Cowboys matchup this weekend (6:45) How can the defense slow down the Cowboys? (...

Jan 19, 202336 minEp. 503

49ers renew rivalry with Cowboys in NFC Divisional Playoffs

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down the upcoming 49ers-Cowboys NFC Divisional Playoff, why fans should consider themselves lucky with the 49ers’ quarterback situation and how San Francisco can slow down Dak Prescott and the Dallas offense. (1:22) 49ers to face Cowboys in NFC Divisional Playoffs (6:45) Do the Eagles have the easier route? (13:25) Purdy’s maturity on display vs. Seahawks (18:31) How should fans feel about the QB depth? (24:16) Is it Purdy’s team moving forward? (30:58) S...

Jan 17, 202340 minEp. 502

Purdy’s playmaking on display as 49ers blow out Seahawks with dominant second half

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down the 49ers’ blowout victory over the Seattle Seahawks, if the Johnathan Abram/Deebo Samuel play was the turning point for the 49ers and the historic playoff debut for Brock Purdy. (1:34) 49ers use dominant second half to blow out Seahawks (6:15) Shanahan on Abram’s actions toward Deebo (12:20) Deebo’s impact felt vs. Seahawks (18:30) Looking at the defense’s performance (22:21) How does Purdy’s performance stack up historically? (32:46) Looking back a...

Jan 15, 202345 minEp. 501

Exclusive: Christian McCaffrey on seeing ‘greatness’ in Purdy, 49ers’ focus headed into the playoffs

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan are joined by 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey to discuss how Brock Purdy helped him learn the 49ers’ offense, what his mindset was the past few seasons dealing with injuries and the team’s focus headed into the playoffs. (1:34) 49ers' health improving ahead of game with Seattle (6:15) How important will special teams be in the playoffs? (10:20) McCaffrey on his arrival in San Francisco (14:30) McCaffrey on his first impressions of Purdy (17:21) McCaffrey...

Jan 13, 202333 minEp. 500
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