49ers Talk: A San Francisco 49ers Podcast Kyle Shanahan, Greg Papa break down 49ers’ Week 12 game vs. Panthers as CMC faces former team
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Nov 22, 2025 
Kyle Shanahan, the head coach of the San Francisco 49ers, shares insights on game strategy, injury updates, and the importance of turnovers against the Carolina Panthers. He discusses Christian McCaffrey's emotional return to his former team and reflects on the trade that brought him to the 49ers. Veteran broadcaster Greg Papa analyzes Brock Purdy’s performance, praising his decisiveness and ability to read defenses. The conversation also covers the impact of the upcoming Monday Night Football atmosphere and the stakes for playoff positioning.
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Simplify QB Decision-Making
- When calling plays, give the QB one primary option and one situational alternate to simplify decisions.
- Use a single pre-snap indicator so the quarterback can decisively switch to the play only versus the intended look.
Reduce Audible Burden On QBs
- Limit quarterback audibles and instead script a play with one clear pre-snap indicator to reduce mental overload.
- Keep QB responsibilities focused so they can be decisive across 60–70 plays.
Return Game Built By Continuity
- Consistent, aggressive returners dramatically improve starting field position over time.
- Continuity, coaching, and player ownership created the 49ers' recent kickoff-return gains.