

49ers Talk: A San Francisco 49ers Podcast
Matt Maiocco, NBC Sports Bay Area
NBC Sports Bay Area 49ers insider Matt Maiocco and reporter Jennifer Lee Chan bring you comprehensive NFL coverage of all things San Francisco 49ers. Don't miss weekly in-depth interviews with players, coaches, front-office personnel, alumni and fellow media members. Check out all new episodes year-round.
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May 5, 2024 • 48min
49ers’ biggest position battles as OTAs approach
Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down the 49ers’ 90-man roster as OTAs approach and examine positions with the most questions surrounding them. Plus, Matt and Jennifer look at which rookies can have the biggest impact and the anticipated return of safety Talanoa Hufanga.(4:26) Will the 49ers add more players this offseason?(11:48) Who will round out the wide receiver group?(16:30) Is Green key to the secondary’s success?(22:36) Will Dobbs or Allen be the backup QB?(33:08) Analyzing the defensive line(39:30) Are the 49ers’ special teams set? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 1, 2024 • 1h 6min
Exclusive one-on-one with Aldon Smith
Former 49ers player Aldon Smith joins Matt Maiocco to look back at his NFL career, how he has matured since his early days in San Francisco and his planned offseason work with rookies in the Jaguars and Raiders organizations. Then, Matt and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss the pressure on the 49ers’ roster and the impact the rookies can make next season.(1:26) 49ers select eight players in 2024 NFL Draft(6:48) Williams on Smith’s greatness on the field(13:30) Smith on how he was as a football player(19:36) Smith details his growth over the years(25:08) Smith on his work helping NFL rookies(29:30) Smith shares how much he looks back at his career(39:01) Recapping the Aldon Smith interview(51:09) How much pressure is on the 49ers' roster? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 28, 2024 • 33min
Complete 49ers 2024 NFL Draft review
Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down all the selections the 49ers made in the 2024 NFL Draft, how each player brings unique skills to help the team next season and which positions they will add more depth. Plus, Matt and Jennifer look at what is next for the 49ers as the offseason progresses.(1:26) 49ers add depth at skill positions in draft(6:48) Maiocco shares his opinion of the 49ers’ draft(13:30) What is the most interesting pick?(19:36) Biggest surprises of the draft(24:08) 49ers sign a number of undrafted free agents(29:30) What is next for the 49ers? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 27, 2024 • 39min
Exclusive Ricky Pearsall interview and NFL draft Day 2 recap
Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan are joined by first-round draft pick Ricky Pearsall to discuss the skills he brings to the 49ers' offense, what he learned from being Brandon Aiyuk’s college teammate and his history with Brock Purdy. Plus, Matt and Jennifer break down what Renardo Green and Dominick Puni add to the roster, and preview the final day of the 2024 NFL Draft.(1:26) Day 2 passes with no Aiyuk or Deebo Samuel trade(6:48) How will Pearsall help against man coverage?(13:50) Pearsall shares his belief in being a first-round talent(16:30) Pearsall shares his history with Purdy(22:36) What will Green bring to the defense?(27:08) How Puni’s versatility will help O-line(44:30) Previewing NFL draft Day 3 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 26, 2024 • 34min
49ers surprisingly draft Florida WR Ricky Pearsall; NFL draft Day 2 preview
Guest Ricky Pearsall, Florida WR, selected by the 49ers in the 2024 NFL Draft. Discussion on Pearsall's potential impact, future of Aiyuk and Samuel, and positions to target in Day 2. Insights on draft strategy, player evaluations, and team dynamics. Anticipation for upcoming selections and NFL draft day 2 previews.

Apr 22, 2024 • 48min
49ers 2024 NFL Draft preview: First-round targets and biggest roster needs
Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down 49ers GM John Lynch ‘s comments on the ongoing Brandon Aiyuk contract negotiations, the team’s biggest needs heading into the draft and which prospects to watch.(1:46) Lynch touches on Aiyuk contract negotiations(9:48) Examining the 49ers' receiver corps(18:50) Warner shows excitement over Sorensen hiring(26:30) What is the 49ers' draft philosophy?(28:36) Is nickel back the 49ers' biggest need?(39:08) Under-the-radar prospects(44:30) Possible 49ers roster cuts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 17, 2024 • 32min
Examining best WR, OL draft fits for 49ers, impact of Trent Taylor’s return
Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down what Trent Taylor’s return means for the 49ers’ offense and special teams, which wide receiver and offensive line prospects fit the team's needs best and what other positions of need are in next week’s draft.(1:46) 49ers reunite with former WR Trent Taylor(8:48) What is the 49ers' secret to their fifth-round success?(18:50) Best wide receiver draft fits for the 49ers(23:30) Possible O-line draft targets(28:36) Which position will the 49ers select in the first round? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 14, 2024 • 46min
What to make of the Aiyuk-49ers situation, options with the No. 31 pick
Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down the latest surrounding Brandon Aiyuk and his contract negotiations with the 49ers, positions the team could target with the No. 31 pick in the 2024 NFL Draft and what move could take their defense to the next level.(1:46) Aiyuk unfollows the 49ers on social media (8:48) Could the 49rs draft a WR early in the draft? (18:50) What happens next with Aiyuk? (26:30) Possible positions the 49ers could target in the first round (36:36) Have the 49ers changed their roster philosophy? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 10, 2024 • 39min
Fan Mailbag and one-on-one with Terrell Owens
Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan are joined by Pro Football Hall of Fame wide receiver Terrell Owens to discuss his NFL draft process, the amount of 49ers ties in this year’s draft and the talents his son, Terique, brings to the table. Plus, Matt and Jennifer answer some fan questions and look at the latest updates surrounding Brandon Aiyuk.(1:46) 49ers host local pro day at Levi's Stadium(8:48) Looking back at the 2021 NFL Draft(13:50) Latest updates on Aiyuk negotiations(24:30) Should offensive holding be a five-yard penalty?(30:36) Owens on his son’s NFL potential Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apr 7, 2024 • 55min
Jim Nagy discusses 49ers’ perfect draft fits, possible value selections at tight end and nickel back
Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan are joined by Senior Bowl executive director Jim Nagy to break down some prospects who would be perfect 49ers fits, why the nickel back position is underrated, and which middle-round tight ends could be a perfect combo with George Kittle.(1:46) Warner, Samuel threw out first pitches at Giants game(8:48) Which 49ers deserve a contract extension?(12:50) Prediction for the 2024 NFL Draft(25:30) Nagy on potential O-line fits(33:36) Nagy breaks down possible wide receiver fits(39:08) Nagy outlines value tight ends in the draft(48:30) Analyzing the future of the 49ers’ O-line Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.


