Locked On 49ers - Daily Podcast On The San Francisco 49ers

Playoff Push: San Francisco 49ers Path to the Postseason is CLEAR

Nov 12, 2025
Nick Winkler, a local sports reporter from Action News 8 Sports, joins to analyze the 49ers' recent loss and their playoff prospects. They discuss NFC parity and how it keeps the 49ers' hopes alive, while identifying crucial upcoming matchups. Winkler emphasizes the importance of avoiding turnovers and maintaining offensive efficiency. They explore playoff simulations and the significance of winning key games against the Cardinals, Panthers, and others. Injury updates and the potential return of key players add to their playoff strategy insights.
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INSIGHT

NFC Parity Keeps Niners’ Hopes Alive

  • The NFC features wide parity with few clear dominant teams after 10 weeks, making outcomes unpredictable.
  • That volatility keeps the 49ers' playoff hopes alive despite inconsistencies and injuries.
INSIGHT

Rams Exposed Key Niners Weaknesses

  • Rams showed they are the better team in Week 10, exploiting the 49ers' run defense and forcing turnovers.
  • The 49ers must improve efficiency and limit turnovers to win tight games moving forward.
ADVICE

Control Small Errors To Protect Home Edge

  • Avoid self-inflicted mistakes like delays and loud Jumbotron moments that disrupt the offense.
  • Control the small details to preserve home-field advantage and offensive rhythm.
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