

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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Oct 16, 2023 • 52min
49ers falter with subpar showing in Week 6 loss to Browns
Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down the 49ers’ 19-17 loss to the Cleveland Browns. Plus, Matt and Carlos Ramirez discuss Deebo Samuel and Christian McCaffrey's injuries on the day.(0:00) Initial reaction to the 49ers' Week 6 loss to the Browns(3:40) Breaking down Jake Moody’s FG miss in the final seconds of the game(8:23) What positives can the 49ers take from this loss?(19:34) Looking at how poor the officiating was in Week 6(42:26) Carlos Ramirez joins Matt Maiocco(52:38) Discussing Deebo Samuel and Christian McCaffrey's injuries

Oct 12, 2023 • 55min
Are 49ers in danger of a letdown vs. Browns?
Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss if the 49ers are in danger of a letdown game vs. Cleveland after destroying the Cowboys last Sunday. Plus, Matt and Greg Papa share their first impressions of Randy Gregory and if his arrival makes this 49ers defensive line better than the 2019 version that went to the Super Bowl.2:00 – 49ers prepare for the Cleveland Browns7:35 – Does Brock Purdy get enough respect?15:09 – The story behind George Kittle's shirt vs. Dallas37:15 – Ask Papa

Oct 9, 2023 • 51min
Brock Purdy, Fred Warner fuel 49ers' destruction of Cowboys on 'Sunday Night Football'
Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down the 49ers’ dominant 42-10 win over the Dallas Cowboys on "Sunday Night Football." Plus, Matt and Carlos Ramirez discuss whether the Dre Greenlaw-Fred Warner tandem is comparable to the 49ers’ legendary duo of Patrick Willis and NaVorro Bowman.(0:00) Initial reaction to the 49ers' blowout Week 5 win over the Cowboys(3:16) Could Warner win NFL Defensive Player of the Year?(16:30) Breaking down the flea-flicker TD to George Kittle(21:52) Looking at Purdy’s performance against Dallas(35:41) Carlos Ramirez joins Matt Maiocco(46:35) Comparing Greenlaw and Warner to Willis and Bowman

Oct 6, 2023 • 11min
Cris Collinsworth weighs in on 49ers-Cowboys early NFC heavyweight matchup
Matt Maiocco is joined by NBC “Sunday Night Football” broadcaster Cris Collinsworth to break down a 49ers team that looks to keep Brock Purdy’s undefeated regular-season streak alive as they face Micah Parsons and the Dallas Cowboys in one of the biggest NFC regular-season matchups this year. Plus, Matt and Cris react to San Francisco acquiring former Dallas edge rusher Randy Gregory in a trade with the Denver Broncos.(3:20 -- Looking at the 49ers’ fast start and what seems to be the key to it thus far(4:35) -- When was the point Purdy solidified himself as “the real deal”?(6:39) -- Just how important is Christian McCaffrey to the 49ers’ offense?(8:00) -- First thoughts on San Francisco acquiring Gregory from Denver(9:28)) -- What must the Cowboys do to upset the 49ers?

Oct 5, 2023 • 1h
Keys to a 49ers win over Cowboys on "Sunday Night Football"
Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down what the 49ers must do to stop Micah Parsons and the Dallas Cowboys on "Sunday Night Football" to improve to 5-0. Plus, Greg Papa joins the show for "Ask Papa" and shares what Brock Purdy must do against this stingy Dallas defense. 1:40 – Sunday vs. Cowboys a litmus test for 49ers17:46 – Christian McCaffrey continues to dominate25:44 – Brock Purdy’s numbers are even more impressive than you think50:20 – Who will guard CeeDee Lamb???

Oct 2, 2023 • 59min
Christian McCaffrey puts on four-TD show; 49ers 4-0 entering Cowboys showdown
Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down Christian McCaffrey's huge day against the Arizona Cardinals, and discuss if the 49ers offense has now surpassed the defense. Plus, Matt and Carlos Ramirez look ahead to the Week 5 matchup against the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday Night Football.1:30 – 49ers offense shines vs. Cardinals12:50 – 49ers have shown some vulnerability on defense17:20 – Brock Purdy puts on historic performance vs. Cardinals37:45 – Should Christian McCaffrey be the MVP frontrunner?

Sep 28, 2023 • 1h 1min
Kyle Shanahan and John Lynch sign contract extensions; Kyle Juszczyk 1-on-1
Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss the impact of Kyle Shanahan and John Lynch signing contract extensions with the 49ers. Then, Matt is joined by 49ers fullback Kyle Juszczyk to reflect on his tenure with the team and how last seasons' disappointing finish still motivates them. Plus, Greg Papa explains why the Arizona Cardinals might be a tougher matchup for the 49ers than anyone is expecting.7:26 – Lynch and Shanahan sign contract extensions27:52 - Kyle Juszczyk 1-on-147:16 - Ask Papa

Sep 22, 2023 • 1h 2min
49ers rout Giants to improve to 3-0, score 30 points again
Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down the 49ers impressive 30-12 win over the New York Giants at Levi's Stadium Thursday, and explain why this team still feels like they can play even better. Plus, Matt and Carlos Ramirez discuss if Christian McCaffrey has a legitimate shot at winning league MVP this season.1:30 – 49ers score 30 again, improve to 3-09:48 – Brock Purdy starts choppy, finishes strong26:26 – Next up: Arizona Cardinals57:35 – Can CMC win league MVP this year?

Sep 20, 2023 • 47min
Are 49ers using Christian McCaffrey too much? Scouting Daniel Jones, N.Y. Giants
Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss if the 49ers are using Christian McCaffrey too often this early in the year. Plus, which area of the team does Matt think has been overrated so far this season? And why do the New York Giants present a unique challenge for the 49ers defense?1:30 – Are the 49ers playing CMC too much?11:41 – What area of the team has been overrated?16:30 – Scouting the Giants30:31 - Ask Papa

Sep 18, 2023 • 58min
49ers survive tough road test vs. Rams, improve to 2-0
Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down the 49ers 30-23 win vs. the Rams in Los Angeles. What adjustments did the team make at halftime? Any reason for concern about Brock Purdy? Plus, Matt and Carlos Ramirez discuss if the team should be worried about the lack of pressure generated from the defensive line.5:35 – Not Brock Purdy's best game10:25 – Turning point of the game 17:25 – Steve Wilks makes major adjustments at halftime 50:55 – Overreactions after week 2