49ers Talk: A San Francisco 49ers Podcast

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down which positions 49ers fans should be concerned about ahead of training camp, how Logan Thomas can unlock a rarely seen dimension in the offense and if Talanoa Hufanga will be ready for the start of the season.(1:26) When will Hufanga be ready to return?(8:48) Is safety a concern for the 49ers?(14:50) Breaking down the linebacker group(20:30) How productive will Thomas be as Kittle's backup?(27:36) Is the offensive line a strength or weakness?(35:08) Breaking down the new kickoff rules

Following the news of the Jacksonville Jaguars and Trevor Lawrence agreeing to a new five-year, $275 million contract extension, Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss how this contract will impact Brock Purdy’s negotiations next offseason.(2:35) What Lawrence's contract means for Purdy(6:45) How Lawrence's contract impacts Jordan Love, Tua Tagovailoa and Dak Prescott(13:30) Does Purdy being "Mr. Irrelevant" impact his next contract?(17:40) Will the 49ers play hardball with Purdy’s contract extension?(32:00) Why Maiocco is “skeptical” the 49ers will reach a new deal with Brandon Aiyuk

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss if the 49ers’ Super Bowl window is closing, the roster impact Brock Purdy’s next contract will have and how San Francisco can start evolving the offense with its unique skill position players.(1:26) Analyzing the 49ers’ Super Bowl window(8:48) How will the 49ers’s shift their roster construction moving forward?(13:50) Ways the 49ers’ offense can evolve(20:30) Why Purdy won’t regress this season(27:36) Breaking down McCaffrey’s past usage(37:08) Matt and Jennifer discuss reporting on the 49ers

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss the most likely scenarios Brandon Aiyuk’s contract holdout could develop into, if signing the star wide receiver is what's best for the overall roster and how Aiyuk's price tag could go up the longer it takes. Then, Matt and Jennifer discuss how impressive Renardo Green has been so far and the 49ers' depth at the linebacker position.(1:26) Aiyuk fails to attend 49ers mandatory minicamp(8:48) What is best for the 49ers' overall roster?(13:50) Does Aiyuk’s price keep rising?(20:30) Possible Aiyuk contract scenarios(27:36) Sorensen on Green’s performance(33:08) How deep is the 49ers’ linebacker group?

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss Christian McCaffrey's contract extension with the 49ers, Brandon Aiyuk’s absence at mandatory minicamp and the big impression Ricky Pearsall has made. Plus, Matt and Jennifer break down the signing of veteran tight end Logan Thomas and pay respects to Larry Allen after his tragic passing.(1:26) McCaffrey, 49ers agree to contract extension(9:48) Aiyuk doesn’t attend 49ers’ mandatory minicamp(15:50) What will Aiyuk’s future be with the 49ers?(20:30) 49ers add tight end depth with veteran Logan Thomas(29:36) First impressions of new special teams practice

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan look ahead to the start of the 49ers mandatory minicamp, and break down some of the most important storylines, including if Brandon Aiyuk will attend and the current status of Christian McCaffrey. Plus, Matt and Jennifer turn their attention to some of the injured 49ers and when we could see their return.(3:26) 49ers prepare for start of mandatory camp(7:48) Should fans worry about McCaffrey’s attendance?(16:50) Kittle on using the Super Bowl loss as motivation(24:30) Are the 49ers done adding to the roster?(29:36) What is the next evolution of the offense?(41:08) How will teams handle new special teams rules?(47:30) 49ers release preseason schedule

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down Jauan Jennings' contract extension, its impact on Ricky Pearsall’s rookie season and the larger ramifications it could have on Deebo Samuel's future. Plus, Matt and Jennifer discuss the new NFL kickoff rules and discuss what Brandon Staley can bring to the 49ers’ defense.(1:46) Jennings agrees to 49ers extension(7:48) Kittle recovering from core muscle surgery(12:50) Foerster on why 49ers don’t select OL in the first round(19:30) Reviewing the history of first-round selections(25:36) What does Deebo’s future look like in San Francisco?(31:08) Staley on why he joined the 49ers(36:30) How will the 49ers evolve on special teams?

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down the start of 49ers OTAs, including the absence of two veteran receivers and the growing connection between Brock Purdy and Ricky Pearsall. Plus, the duo share other takeaways and pinpoint what fans should look for as OTAs continue.(1:26) Aiyuk, Jennings, McCaffrey absent at voluntary minicamp(5:30) Purdy shares his first impressions of Pearsall(13:36) Shanahan on Purdy’s healthy offseason(20:43) Does the 2024 schedule bother the 49ers?(24:30) Takeaways from the start of OTAs

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan continue their breakdown of the 49ers’ schedule, share their win-loss projections for the team next season and why the win column might look different compared to last season. Then, Matt and Jennifer recap the Dwight Clark Legacy Series event and share an exclusive segment including Brock Purdy and some former 49ers greats.(1:26) How tough is the 49ers’ schedule? (7:30) Projecting the 49ers’ 2024 win-loss record(16:36) When will Greenlaw be ready? (25:43) Recapping the Dwight Clark Legacy Series event(24:30) Purdy, Smith, Garcia and Young on their playoff comebacks (49:01) Memories of Candlestick Park (54:09) Analyzing Purdy’s unique skill

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan react to the 49ers’ 2024 schedule release, break down when San Francisco will face its toughest stretch, and discuss which games they view as the marquee matchups and which ones have the most interest.(1:26) Immediate reaction to the 49ers’ schedule(7:30) 49ers open season vs. Jets at home(13:36) New-look Seahawks meet 49ers in Week 6(19:43) 49ers have Week 9 bye for third consecutive season(25:30) 49ers head to Buffalo for Week 13 MNF showdown(33:01) NFC Championship Game rematch set for Week 17(42:09) Does the schedule favor the 49ers?