49ers Talk: A San Francisco 49ers Podcast

The 49ers received a major roster boost ahead of their preseason finale, as star tight end George Kittle was activated off the PUP list and running back Christian McCaffrey rejoined the fray after speculation about his "tightness." On "49ers Talk," Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss just how important the return of both of these veterans is, and if Kittle could very well play Week 1 in Australia. Later, in separate interviews with Matt, we hear from versatile rookie linebacker Jaden Dugger and 49ers legend Joe Montana.

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(0:00) Kittle, CMC, return to practice gives locker room boost

(7:00) Does Kittle have a chance to play in Week 1?

(11:00) 49ers had feisty practice Sunday; Purdy and Warner went at it

(18:00) 49ers injury updates

(21:00) Meet the Rookies: Jaden Dugger

(33:00) Exclusive Interview with 49ers legend Joe Montana

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Despite an uneven week of practice leading up to Thursday's game in Los Angeles, the 49ers responded with an emphatic 41-17 thumping of the Chargers at "Levi's South" in their second preseason game. Rookies De'Zhaun Stribling, Kaelon Black and Romello Height made impressive early plays that set the tone for the rest of the matchup. Players on the bubble to make the 53-man roster -- notably Jacob Cowing -- also stepped up with some highlights later on, particularly on special teams. On "49ers Talk," Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss how the 49ers bounced back from their bumpy joint practice earlier in the week to beat Jim Harbaugh and the Chargers.

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(0:00) Uneven Tuesday practice fueled strong preseason response
(2:00) Stribling, Black flash as rookies shine early
(5:00) Training camp battles beginning to sort themselves out
(9:00) RB1 and RB2 are set, but RB3 is wide open
(20:00) Is it time for Lynch and Shanahan to get their draft evaluation credit for this class?
(28:00) 49ers' sneaky depth complements top-end talent

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On "49ers Talk," Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss how the 49ers were challenged on both sides of the ball in their joint practice with the Los Angeles Chargers on Tuesday in El Segundo. As Justin Herbert found holes in San Francisco's secondary, Brock Purdy and the 49ers' offense seemed disjointed. On a positive note, coach Kyle Shanahan eased contract concerns about Christian McCaffrey, and rookie Kaelon Black returned to the backfield. Later, Jennifer sits down with cornerback Ephesians Prysock in the sixth edition of Meet the Rookies.

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(1:00) 49ers will move to a new practice facility soon

(2:00) Substation will remain conversation topic

(6:30) 49ers' secondary couldn’t stop Justin Herbert despite improvements

(11:00) Kyle Shanahan quiets CMC speculation

(14:00) Why 49ers' rash of injuries aren't as bad as they seem

(19:00) Jim Harbaugh, 49ers organization share mutual admiration

(31:00) 49ers, Chargers bring professional atmosphere to joint practice

(35:00) Meet the Rookies: Ephesians Prysock

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Ahead of Week 2 of San Francisco's preseason, star tight end George Kittle took to the podium to update reporters on his recovery from a torn right Achilles tendon suffered during last season's NFL playoffs. Kittle remains confident he won't start the season on the PUP list and stated he could be back for the 49ers' regular-season opener in Australia. On "49ers Talk," Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss Kittle's progress and look forward to San Francisco's second preseason game against Jim Harbaugh and the Los Angeles Chargers. Later, Matt sits down with rookie Carver Willis in the fifth edition of Meet the Rookies.

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(1:00) Upcoming joint practices, preseason game vs. Jim Harbaugh and the Chargers

(7:00) Updates on star TE George Kittle's rehab progress and likelihood he plays in Week 1

(14:00) Other training camp injury updates

(19:00) Early 53-man roster projection

(23:00) Camp battle for starting left guard is a three-horse race

(27:00) Enrique Cruz Jr.'s size and athleticism could make for intriguing LT stash, much like the Eagles did with Jordan Mailata

(30:00) Meet the Rookies Interview: Carver Willis

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On "49ers Talk," Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss San Francisco's preseason debut against the Tennesee Titans. Despite the 49ers' 19-13 loss, San Francisco's 2026 draft class made a huge impact, including wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling, who stole the show early and often. On the defensive side, rookies Jaden Duggar and Gracen Halton made their presence felt while second-year linebacker Nick Martin also impressed.

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(0:00) Biggest takeaways from Preseason Week 1 game: 2026 draft class performance

(4:00) Injury Updates: Kurtis Rourke exited the game with injury to ribs

(8:00) Stribling shined, showed a little bit of everything, lineup all over the field

(15:00) Defensive 2026 draft class rookies that played well (Jaden Dugger, Gracen Halton)

(22:00) Looking ahead to Week 2 of the preseason vs. Los Angeles Chargers

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