49ers Talk: A San Francisco 49ers Podcast

George Kittle co-hosts Tight End University for the sixth consecutive summer at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee, giving NFL tight ends an opportunity to train, study film and network. On "49ers Talk," Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss how Tight End University has grown and developed over the last six years. They also assess where the 49ers' star tight end stands in his rehab from an Achilles tear last season and if he's on track to make his season debut in Week 1.

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0:00 Jennifer checks in from Tight End University

5:00 Still processing the the passing of Aldon Smith

7:00 Addressing the Brandon Aiyuk saga that keeps rolling on this offseason

14:00 Updates on George Kittle's rehab progress as he hosts TEU again

21:00 Kittle discusses how TEU has grown in its sixth year

27:00 How Kittle and Juszczyk went from teammates to best friends

32:00 Juszczyk bringing his experience as a fullback to the tight end position

35:00 Juszczyk details how Kittle has approached his rehab and why his positivity has factored into bouncing back

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On this episode of "49ers Talk," co-hosts Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan remember former 49ers pass rusher Aldon Smith, who passed away Saturday at the age of 36. The No. 7 overall pick in the 2011 NFL Draft, Smith burst onto the scene in San Francisco and holds franchise records that still stand to this day. But just as quickly, Smith fell into turmoil that ultimately would limit his on-field production. Matt and Jennifer look back at a beloved player, teammate and person who captured the hearts of fans in his short time with the organization, and honor the memory of not just the player, but the man.

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0:00 Aldon Smith dies at age 36

5:00 Smith wanted to help guide young players, avoid the pitfalls that plagued his career

13:00 What 49ers OL legends Joe Staley, Trent Williams both agreed about Smith

22:00 49ers Mailbag segment

23:00 Where do the 49ers stand with Brandon’s Aiyuk financially?

31:00 Why would Kyle Shanahan play a backup RB this season if he hasn’t done much of it before?

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Following the conclusion of the 49ers' productive and quiet offseason program, Brandon Aiyuk has resurfaced with seemingly disparaging comments aimed at the organization as the standoff between the two parties lingers. On this episode of "49ers Talk," Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss how San Francisco and Aiyuk reached this bizarre juncture and what pathways remain moving forward. Also, Jennifer checks in with Fred Warner at his youth football camp to discuss his reunion with buddy Dre Greenlaw, breakout 49ers rookies and this season's goals for a defense in desperate need of an edge.

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1:00 Brandon Aiyuk's complex, confusing social media videos

7:00  Why Aiyuk still holds animosity over past contract negotiations

12:00 Breaking down where 49ers stand on their issues with Aiyuk

24:00 Behind wide receiver, which 49ers position group is most improved?

30:00 Fred Warner checks in from youth football camp

40:00 Who does Warner think will make defensive leap in 2026?

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“49ers Talk” hosts Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down week two of San Francisco’s OTA practices.

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(1:10) - Levi's Stadium prepares for the FIFA World Cup

(7:50) - 49ers injury updates

(9:50) - Notable participants in practice

(16:50) - Receiver room - Is Demarcus Robinson's spot in jeaopardy?

(22:15) - A look at special teams - will it be better than last year?

(24:00) - Is this 49ers roster better than it was a year ago?

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The Los Angeles Rams have the reigning NFL MVP in Matt Stafford, and now they have acquired the reigning NFL DPOY in Myles Garrett. The news sent shock waves around the league as the Cleveland Browns parted ways with their generational edge rusher. On "49ers Talk," Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss the impact a player of Garrett's ability will have on the NFC West and, more specifically, the 49ers' postseason plans. If the Super Bowl already was going through the West, this move ensures that belief.

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(2:00) Why didn't the 49ers trade for Myles Garrett?

(5:00) Rams clearly are all-in for 2026 season

(11:00) How can the 49ers mitigate Garrett's impact?

(14:00) Young WRs shine at 49ers OTAs

(18:00) How Kaelon Black has stood out early

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