49ers Talk: A San Francisco 49ers Podcast

Matt Maiocco speaks with San Francisco 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan about their Week 1 matchup vs. the Seattle Seahawks and why he's optimistic about Christian McCaffrey's health despite the star running back being listed as questionable for Sunday's game. Greg Papa also joins to provide an encouraging update on his cancer battle.

As 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy leads San Francisco into its 2025 NFL season opener, gone are the days of Mr. Irrelevant. Equipped with a lucrative new contract and a young family in tow, Purdy sits down "49ers Talk" host Matt Maiocco to discuss how he adjusts to all of these changes, including a complete roster overhaul this offseason. Brock and Matt touch upon what motivates the 25-year-old and he can take his game and the 49ers organization to the next level, one snap at a time.-(1:00) Ramping up for the 49ers' first game of the season(3:00) Jauan Jennings to play against Seattle(17:00) How Purdy balances being QB and a new dad(20:00) Does Purdy’s contract change anything?(23:00) Purdy's leadership through service and work ethic(27:00) Where can Purdy take his game to another level?(30:00) Roster updates heading into Week 1

With Sunday’s season opener against the Seattle Seahawks looming, Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss the latest updates on Jauan Jennings’ calf injury and contract extension negotiations, and debate if Jennings will suit up for the 49ers in Week 1. Also, Matt and Jennifer break down San Francisco's wide-receiver depth and detail what Brian Robinson Jr. brings to the team's run game.--(1:30) Analyzing the 49ers’ new 'Rivalries' series alternate jerseys(10:30) Will Jauan Jennings suit up for the season opener on Sunday?(16:16) GM John Lynch confirmed Jennings requested a trade(18:00) What would a Jennings contract extension look like?(26:17) 49ers entering 2025 NFL season with a full squad(30:30) Breaking down 49ers’ wide-receiver depth(34:25) San Francisco interested in reuniting with former 49ers receiver Kendrick Bourne(38:34) Matt details what Brian Robinson Jr. brings to 49ers’ running game

With Tuesday's roster cutdown deadline officially passed, there were a few surprises for the 49ers at key positions. Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss their biggest takeaways from San Francisco's initial 53-man roster, from the ailing wide-receiver corps and heavily invested defensive line, to a special-teams group facing mounting pressure. Also, we'll hear from newly acquired running back Brian Robinson Jr., who is poised to make the 49ers' backfield the most potent in the league.--(1:00) Surprises from 49ers' initial 53-man roster(3:00) Addressing questions about receiving corps(4:00) Jennings, 49ers remain quiet about contract(15:00) Breaking down each position group(21:00) Shocking inclusions, exclusions from O-line(29:00) Jake Moody remains on roster; it's his job to lose

In this discussion, JP Finlay, a reporter from NBC Sports Washington, dives into the recent trade of Brian Robinson Jr. to the 49ers. He emphasizes Robinson's potential impact on the team's locker room dynamics and running-back depth. The conversation also touches on the pressure of finalizing the 53-man roster, the challenges faced by players during this critical time, and insights into new additions like Skyy Moore and their contributions. It's a candid look at the strategic maneuvers in the lead-up to the regular season.

With former 49ers coach Jim Harbaugh and the Los Angeles Chargers visiting Levi's Stadium for Saturday's preseason finale, San Francisco's final roster decisions are becoming more clear. Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss what will play into the 49ers' roster choices, including injury updates, player suspensions and position-group competitions. Also, Matt and Jennifer review how the entire 2025 NFL Draft class has fared throughout training camp, and discuss Kyle Shanahan's update on veteran wide receiver Demarcus Robinson's suspension following his violation of the NFL's personal conduct policy last season.--(1:00) Demarcus Robinson suspension update(2:00) Roster decisions shaping amid numerous injuries(10:00) Health top priority as backups set to play in preseason finale(20:00) Jim Harbaugh returns to Levi's Stadium as known program-fixer(25:00) 49ers rookie progress

The 49ers won their second preseason game in dramatic fashion over the Las Vegas Raiders on Saturday at Allegiant Stadium after kicker Jake Moody converted a career-long 59-yard field goal to seal San Francisco's 22-19 comeback victory. Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down the 49ers' nail-biting performance and how they've grown since their Week 1 preseason loss to the Denver Broncos, including quarterback Brock Purdy and receiver Ricky Pearsall's burgeoning connection. Matt and Jennifer analyze this crucial relationship on offense, update on San Francisco's injuries and highlight other top 49ers performers from the win.--(1:00) Breaking down Week 2 preseason win vs. Raiders(3:00) Jake Moody's confidence shows tangible gains from win(5:00) Injury updates on Dominick Puni, other key players(15:00) Analyzing the Purdy-Pearsall connection(25:00) Picking star of the game for 49ers' defense

The 49ers began their second joint practice of the NFL preseason in Las Vegas much like their first week, undermanned. Undeterred, they fielded enough players against the Raiders to see some progress from last week. "49ers Talk" hosts Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down which players were making the biggest impact in the second week of preseason and discuss two emerging rookies on both sides of the ball already making a case for regular-season minutes. Also, Matt and Jennifer update San Francisco's expansive injury room and share Kyle Shanahan's strategy for getting his starters some live reps throughout the rest of the preseason.--(1:00) 49ers in Las Vegas for Week 2 of preseason(3:00) CMC seems back to his normal self; coaches and players vouch(6:00) 49ers' expansive injury updates(11:25) Two rookies on both sides of the ball making cases for regular-season playing time(38:00) How Kyle Shanahan will play veterans for rest of preseason

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down the vastly different approaches taken by the 49ers and Broncos in their preseason game on Saturday at Levi's Stadium, with Denver choosing to play many of its starters and San Francisco sitting its own. Maiocco and Chan discuss which 49ers players made the biggest impressions on the coaching staff, and others who still have work to do. Matt and Jennifer also provide 49ers injury updates and share what to look for entering Week 2 of the preseason against the Las Vegas Raiders.--(1:00) Sending love to Greg Papa(2:00) Broncos' surprising choice to play starters(3:00) 49ers punched above their weight with backups(8:00) 49ers injury updates(12:00) Standout 49ers performers, disappointments vs. Broncos 

A handful of familiar faces took the field in Santa Clara on Thursday as the 49ers hosted the Denver Broncos for a joint practice ahead of Saturday's preseason opener. "49ers Talk" co-hosts Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss how San Francisco's offense and defense fared against Denver, as well as an update on Mykel Williams after the rookie left Thursday's practice with a knee injury. Also, we'll hear from 49ers star QB Brock Purdy about San Francisco's resilience against the Broncos' stout defense.--(1:00) 49ers host Broncos for intense joint practice(4:00) Broncos showed early intensity, 49ers responded late(7:00) 49ers injury updates(13:00) Purdy-Pearsall connection developing in camp, CMC looking crisp(16:00 Projecting the 49ers' WR depth chart(23:00) Upton Stout has been the most impressive rookie in camp