The GM Shuffle McCaffrey Keeping the 49ers Afloat + NFL Thanksgiving Game & Week 13 Previews
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Nov 26, 2025 The hosts dive into the critical Thanksgiving games and Week 13 matchups. They ponder if Christian McCaffrey can shoulder the 49ers amid injuries. Jahmyr Gibbs is highlighted as an underrated talent. The duo previews key games, including Packers vs. Lions and Chiefs vs. Cowboys, while addressing team logistics on short weeks. They also explore the implications of Joe Burrow's return and Baker Mayfield’s struggles with the Bucs. Finally, they share their best bets for the holiday slate!
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49ers Thrive Through Coaching And McCaffrey
- Kyle Shanahan and Christian McCaffrey have kept the 49ers competitive despite major injuries across the roster.
- Marty Hurney credits Shanahan's coaching and McCaffrey's durability and work ethic for sustaining their level of play.
Thanksgiving Turned Into A Crisis
- Marty Hurney recalled being in Dallas on Thanksgiving as a GM and firing a defensive coordinator the next morning after a heavy loss.
- That memory contrasts with the traditional festive image of Thanksgiving games in the NFL.
Home-Field Edge On Thanksgiving Evolved
- Hosting Thanksgiving games historically gave home teams an edge due to shorter travel and scheduling control.
- Geoff Schwartz notes modern recovery methods have reduced that advantage, but scheduling still favors Lions and Cowboys.