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Episodes from 49ers Talk: A San Francisco 49ers Podcast
Previewing 49ers OTAs, rookies hit field with veterans for first time
With organized team activities officially underway, 49ers' rookies and veterans finally meet on the field for the first time this week. On "49ers Talk" Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan preview the most intriguing position groups and biggest playing-time competitions. Also, Matt and Jennifer break down a couple of salary cap moves that might show San Francisco's future intentions. Later, you'll also hear from NBC Sports Bay Area's Laura Britt, who recently sat down with both quarterback Brock Purdy and Pro Bowl fullback Kyle Juszczyk at the Dwight Clark Legacy Series. -- (0:00) 49ers official begin...
Which under-the-radar 49ers rookie can make instant impact?
Rookie minicamp offered the 49ers a glimpse of their 2026 NFL Draft rookie class and its potential. On this episode of "49ers Talk," host Matt Maiocco sits down with Senior Bowl scout Dave Razzano to discuss how many of San Francisco's picks flew under the radar and how they can make an instant impact at their respective positions. Also, Jennifer Lee Chan analyzes the rest differential of the 49ers' schedule, specifically in the NFC West, as well as if QB2 Mac Jones has a long-term future in San Francisco -- 1:00) Breaking down rest differential of 49ers...
Complete breakdown of the 49ers’ 2026 schedule
On this episode of "49ers Talk," Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan react to the 2026 schedule release, break down when San Francisco's toughest stretch is, discuss marquee matchups, the impact of two international games, and consider if San Francisco is primed to make another playoff run with Matt's way-too-early season predictions. -- (1:00) 49ers’ 2026 official schedule release (3:00) The rigors of being one of NFL's most popular teams (10:00) Impact of 49ers' rest differential (13:00) Rookie camp round-up from last week (16:00) Top 49ers road trips for fans in 2026 (25:00) Maiocco's way-too-early season predictions ...
Can Kaelon Black win role to back up CMC as 49ers rookie minicamp begins?
As the 49ers opened rookie minicamp Thursday in Santa Clara, coordinators Raheem Morris, Klay Kubiak and Brant Boyer took to the podium to sound off on the new additions and the upcoming NFL season. On this episode of "49ers Talk," Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss nuances of each coordinator's approach to the season with new talent in the locker room. The duo also breaks down how each draftee from the 2026 NFL Draft class might project to the final roster. -- (0:00) The 49ers' 2026 NFL Draft class is finally in town (4:00) Breaking down Trent...
How RB Kaelon Black epitomizes 49ers' 2026 NFL Draft strategy
General manager John Lynch and coach Kyle Shanahan have crafted 10 NFL draft classes together since the pair joined the 49ers in 2017, but perhaps none has been scrutinized as much as their 2026 group. On this episode of "49ers Talk," Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down San Francisco's draft strategy, and how the team valued its heavily researched prospects despite outsiders viewing them as reaches. -- (1:00) How Matt, Jennifer are processing the draft (2:30) 49ers' draft board didn’t match analyst mocks (7:00) Breaking down perception of a ‘reach’ in the NFL draft (14:00) Marrying skills...
The good, bad and questionable from 49ers' 2026 NFL Draft class
The 49ers concluded the 2026 NFL Draft early on Saturday with their eighth and final selection in the fifth round. On "49ers Talk," Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down all eight selections and what they bring to their respective position groups. Can the last two draft classes combine to bring a successful recipe of youth and experience that can propel this roster towards their championship aspirations? -- (1:00) 49ers add a total of eight players in this draft (2:00) Public perception might not match how the team feels about their picks (8:00) WR De'Zhaun Stribling...
49ers fill roster needs with three picks in second, third rounds of 2026 NFL Draft
The 49ers remained active on Day 2 of the 2026 NFL Draft, but this time they finally selected players. In the process, San Francisco also said goodbye to linebacker Dee Winters in a trade with the Dallas Cowboys. On this episode of '49ers Talk,' Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down the additions of wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling, edge rusher Romello Height, and running back Kaelon Black. Later, Matt and Jennifer look ahead to Day 3 of the NFL draft, where the 49ers begin with five picks, and debate where San Francisco will add to their roster next. <...
Why 49ers traded out of NFL draft's first round, plus Day 2 preview
It was an intriguing first day for San Francisco at the 2026 NFL Draft after the 49ers traded out of the first round to acquire more draft capital. Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan recap the 49ers' Day 1 deals and recap the draft's biggest surprise so far. Then, they discuss why John Lynch and Kyle Shanahan are in a perfect position at No. 33 entering Day 2 before Rod Brooks joins the show to break down the best prospects still available. -- (1:00) 49ers trade back to acquire draft capital (3:00) Which players were 49ers targeting that were gone...
Trent Williams, 49ers agree to $50M extension before 2026 NFL Draft
Following several months of negotiations, Trent Williams and the 49ers reached an agreement on a contract extension that stabilizes their biggest question mark heading into the 2026 NFL Draft. The move shows a clear commitment from both sides to maximize a championship window, while locking in a locker-room leader and addressing a premium roster position. On this episode of "49ers Talk," Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss how re-signing Trent Williams impacts the organization and how it might shift San Francisco's draft strategy. Also, they discuss the start of San Francisco's offseason program, Brock Purdy's excitement at playing with...
What 49ers’ pre-2026 NFL Draft visits reveal about their strategy
Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss the intriguing prospects that have visited the 49ers facility and where they might fit on San Francisco’s roster. Can John Lynch and Kyle Shanahan continue to find talent and value in the later rounds? Matt and Jennifer break down the players that the 49ers brought in for top-30 visits to analyze what it says about their strategy. -- 1:00) What to expect in the 2026 NFL Draft (6:30) San Francisco’s history of finding real talent and value in the middle to late rounds (8:30) Analyzing 49ers top-30 visits and...
Assessing 49ers’ 2026 NFL Draft needs with Field Yates
On "49ers Talk," Matt Maiocco sits down with NFL Draft expert Field Yates to analyze intriguing prospects the 49ers could target, starting with the No. 27 pick. Matt and Field break down San Francisco’s biggest positions of need and best fits. Could San Francisco draft Trent Williams’ eventual replacement? Field Yates weighs in. Later, Jennifer Lee Chan also joins Matt to discuss San Francisco's signing of former Bengals defensive end Cam Sample as well as her take on where the 49ers might go with the No. 27 pick. -- (0:00) Buzz around 2026 NFL Draft is ramping up ...
Would the 49ers consider trading first-round NFL draft pick to NFC West rival?
The 2026 NFL Draft is just over two weeks away, but the 49ers already are on the clock. On this episode of "49ers Talk," co-hosts Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss if San Francisco would consider a compelling draft trade scenario that would see a quarterback-needy division rival moving up late in the first round and the 49ers acquiring much needed draft capital in return. Later, Matt and Jennifer touch on Brandon Aiyuk and Jauan Jennings Jennings' NFL futures and we hear from a couple of local Bay Area NFL prospects that participated in the 49ers' local Pro Day...