49ers Talk: A San Francisco 49ers Podcast

• 49ers' playoff standing improves during Week 14 bye as other NFC contenders clash

  The 49ers enjoyed a bump in their playoff position without lifting a finger in their bye week, the last of the NFL season. The other teams battled it out in a blockbuster of matchups with gargantuan postseason implications across the board in both NFL conferences. In the NFC, the Green Bay Packers leapfrogged the Chicago Bears to take the No. 2 overall seed while dropping their division rivals to the seventh and final wild-card position, a precipitous fall for an opponent in one afternoon of work. The 49ers will play those Bears in a Sunday night clash in Week 17, which surely will intrigue. But, first come the Tennessee Titans in a matinee next Sunday, a potent opponent with nothing to lose. On this episode of "49ers Talk," co-hosts Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan look ahead to San Francisco's final four games, a stretch that will test it in all phases and could define the rest of the team's entire season.--(2:00) 49ers were guaranteed to move up at least a position following Packers-Bears outcome(4:00) Rams, Seahawks still pacing the NFC West with 10 wins, but 49ers remain in the mix(10:00) How will the 49ers, Saleh respond to rush-dominant game plans against them?(11:00) Rookie and locker-room favorite Alfred Collins will be key to stopping the rush(18:00) Looking ahead to the final stretch for NFC opponents and their schedules(19:00) 49ers avoid tough end-of-season matchups unlike last season(20:00) Why can’t 49ers run the table to end the season as No. 1 seed? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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• GM John Lynch eyes big finish for 49ers in wide-open NFC playoff race

  President of Football Operations/General Manager John Lynch joins '49ers Talk,' co-host Matt Maiocco for an update on the organization before San Francisco starts its final stretch of the 2025 NFL season. Lynch detailed the pride he has for the 49ers enduring tremendous adversity to place themselves squarely in the NFC playoff race before offering his expectations for the rest of the season. Jennifer Lee Chan also joins Maiocco to break down the 49ers' chances of making a deep playoff run as San Francisco begins to hit its stride.--(1:00) Hard to believe the 49ers are 9-4 heading into the bye week with all their injuries this season(3:00) The state of the NFC playoff picture also helps the 49ers' cause this season, without clear front-runners its wide open for Sam Francisco to make a run(7:00) Brant Boyer has helped transform the 49ers special teams from one of the worst units in the NFL to one of the best the season(12:00) It will be difficult for Kyle to win his first NFL Coach of the Year Award given the turnaround performances of teams like the Bears, Colts, Patriots(18:00) Lynch on how 49ers embraced the grind - organization has shown a lot of resilience this season(21:00) Chances Fred Warner can comeback back this season if the 49ers make a deep run(30:00) Expectations from the team once they return from the bye week for this final stretch Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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• Is this Kyle Shanahan's best staff yet? Plus, CMC advocates for Roger Craig to enter HOF

  Its Week 14 in the NFL, and the 49ers finally have reached their bye. As San Francisco players rest and recuperate, "49ers Talk" co-hosts Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan take a pulse on the 49ers' season with just four regular-season games left. Jennifer, Matt, and later Greg Papa, discuss if Kyle Shanahan's current coaching staff is his best yet, and if that makes him a strong candidate for his first NFL Coach of the Year award. They also detail the 49ers' latest injuries and roster additions, then discuss if Christian McCaffrey's public support of Roger Craig can convince the Pro Football Hall of Fame committee to induct the legendary 49ers running back.--(2:00) How wind vs. Browns impacted Shanahan's decisions(3:00) 49ers injury updates, possible replacements(11:00) Could Eric Kendricks contribute to 49ers' defense after LB injuries?(15:00) Former 49ers RB Roger Craig announced as one of three finalists in senior category for Pro Football Hall of Fame(17:00) CMC offers public support for Craig’s possible induction(24:00) Greg Papa on the 49ers being superbly coached in all three phases this season(28:00) Is this Shanahan’s best coaching staff as a whole in his time with the 49ers?(33:00) It wouldn’t shock Papa if Kendricks becomes MIKE linebacker to end the season(40:00) Could we possibly see two 49ers RBs enter HOF in the same year? (Gore, Craig) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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• Brock Purdy, 49ers improve to 9-4 after bulldozing Browns in impressive road win

  The 49ers, on Sunday, notched their first three-game winning streak since the opening three weeks of the season and won in Cleveland for the first time since Nov. 1984. The 49ers' latest win was exhibition in execution from the kickoff as they played complimentary football in all three phases. Brock Purdy played errorless football with excellent decision-making, while extending plays when needed. The special teams group bolstered the 49ers' field-position on returns and made timely kicks when needed, while the defense has been humming the last few weeks, creating turnovers and finally adding an element of pressure from the D-line that spurred San Francisco to victory. On this episode of '49ers Talk,' co-hosts Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down San Francisco's decisive 26-8 road win over the Cleveland Browns at Huntington Bank Field. From Brock Purdy's bounce-back performance following a mistake-filled game, to special teams and defensive units flourishing, to a coach committed to his preparation and scheme in what might be his best coaching season for the Faithful, Matt and Jennifer detail a team finding health and success in time for a much-needed break during their Week 14 bye week.--(1:00) Recapping the 49ers' Week 13 win in blustery weather in Cleveland(3:00) Kyle Shanahan oversold weather to team to mentally, physically prepare them(5:00) Brock Purdy did what he had to do to secure the 49ers' win(11:00) Outstanding performances from Clelin Ferrell, Keion White, Malik Mustapha(14:00) Of all three phases the 49ers' specials teams group has improved the most this season(19:00) The 49ers are playing just about as good as any team in the NFC right now(30:00) Brock Purdy finally showing a bit of confidence -- rare touchdown dance proof of it(39:00) 49ers looking forward to a full week off during their bye Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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• John Lynch previews 49ers-Browns, addresses Brandon Aiyuk's status with organization

  San Francisco's president of football operations John Lynch sat down with “49ers Talk” host Matt Maiocco this week to preview their Week 13 matchup vs. the Cleveland Browns and provide organizational news and updates. Maiocco and Lynch also discuss how Brock Purdy can bounce back in Week 13 following a poor display against the Carolina Panthers, Brandon Aiyuk's current relationship with the organization in light of his contract situation, and how San Francisco's special teams group has turned from a liability last season into a weapon this year. Finally, Maiocco provides injury updates that will affect the 49ers' defense Sunday and names the five key San Francisco players to watch in Week 13.--1:00) 49ers can really stamp their mark on playoff future with win vs. Browns(5:00) GM John Lynch expects Brock Purdy to bounce back from poor performance in Week 12(7:00) How 49ers' OL can compete with Myles Garrett and Browns' formidable defensive line(9:00) GM John Lynch addresses WR Brandon Aiyuk’s contract situation, relationship with the organization(14:00) Helping turn special teams group from liability last season into weapon this year(16:00) 49ers injury updates for Week 13(20:00) Matt Maiocco’s five players to watch in Week 13 matchup vs. Cleveland Browns  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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