49ers Talk: A San Francisco 49ers Podcast

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down which 49ers were the most impressive from the two weeks of OTAs, why all signs point to Brock Purdy starting under center for the 49ers in Week 1 and the chances the team can hold on to both Deebo Samuel and Brandon Aiyuk for the future. Plus, Leonard Hankerson stops by to discuss San Francisco’s wide receiver corps and the mentality they have to help reach new heights.(3:16) Purdy reportedly clear to throw the football(8:35) Who has been the best player at OTAs?(16:32) 49ers set for joint practices with Raiders this summer(22:10) Armstead receives key to city of Sacramento(28:19) Hankerson on playing for and now coaching with Shanahan(35:10) Hankerson details the mindset of the 49ers’ wide receivers(41:30) Will Aiyuk be around for the long haul?

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down the 49ers’ second week of OTAs, including how Drake Jackson has readied himself for a sophomore year bump, the lofty expectations from Brandon Aiyuk and why Jake Moody might be in the driver's seat for the starting kicking job.(3:56) How important is the GM-Owner relationship?(9:35) Has Shanahan created the 49ers' selfless culture?(16:32) Aiyuk shows confidence in OTAs(22:40) Will Moody be the 49ers kicker in 2023?(26:19) Purdy injury update

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down the 49ers’ first week of OTAs, strengths and weaknesses of Brock Purdy, Trey Lance and Sam Darnold and which second-year players are poised for a bump in production. Plus, do the 49ers have any interest in DeAndre Hopkins?(1:56) Willis elected into Bay Area Sports Hall of Fame(8:35) Takeaways from first week of OTAs(13:32) Comparing and contrasting all 49ers quarterbacks(19:10) Where do the quarterbacks need to improve?(26:19) When will the 49ers extend Bosa?(32:10) Are the 49ers interested in Hopkins?(38:30) Which players are primed for a boost next season?(46:19) Veterans who could be unseated by rookies

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down the start of 49ers’ OTAs, including the progress Trey Lance has made this offseason, how Brock Purdy's rehab is going and the potential Sam Darnold could have in Kyle Shanahan’s offense. Plus, could the team trade Lance if Purdy is ready for Week 1?(1:16) Will Purdy be ready for Week 1?(7:35) Examining the 49ers’ quarterback room(15:32) What is the ceiling for Lance?(25:10) Looking at Simms' QB rankings(33:19) Rookie standouts from OTAs(32:10) NFL passes new rules

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss the start of the 49ers’ upcoming OTAs, what people should be looking for and break down some roster competitions to keep an eye on. Plus, Matt and JLC describe the impact Christian McCaffrey had on the team last season and why it could be even bigger in 2023. (1:16) 49ers inching closer to OTAs (7:35) What is Darnold’s potential with Shanahan? (10:32) Who will be starters on the defensive line? (18:10) Are the 49ers set at nickelback? (27:19) Will the 49ers host another Super Bowl soon? (32:10) CMC on his trade to the 49ers (38:30) What is Mitchell’s ceiling? (42:19) CMC on the 49ers’ offseason mindset

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan are joined by Tariq Ahmad, the 49ers' director of college scouting, to discuss the team’s draft philosophy, the reaction to the draft selection of Ji’Ayir Brown and why he has faith in the late-round selections. Pus, Matt and Jennifer look at the start of rookie camp and the progress with Brock Purdy’s elbow.(1:16) 49ers’ rookies report for rookie minicamp(6:05) Could Brown nab a starting spot?(10:32) Analyzing Shanahan’s comments on Purdy’s injury(18:10) 49ers schedule observations(23:19) Ahmad on the 49ers’ draft philosophy(29:50) Ahmad explains his role during the draft(35:30) Ahmad on the reaction to drafting Brown(40:19) Breaking down the 49ers' Day 3 selections

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down the recently-released 2023 regular-season schedule, what part will be the toughest for the 49ers and their overall impressions as a whole. Plus, hear from coach Kyle Shanahan as he discusses Brock Purdy’s recovery, Trey Lance’s growth and the potential he sees with Sam Darnold.(1:16) NFL releases schedule for upcoming season(6:05) What is the toughest stretch for the 49ers?(10:32) Analyzing 49ers’ full schedule(16:10) Initial impressions of the 49ers’ schedule(23:19) Shanahan on Purdy’s recovery(28:30) Shanahan on Lance’s growth(31:50) Shanahan details the potential of all three quarterbacks

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down the upcoming start to 49ers rookie minicamp, what the recovery timetable looks like for Brock Purdy and why Brandon Allen decided to sign with San Francisco. Plus, are the Seahawks a legit challenger to the 49ers in the NFC West?(4:16) Maiocco addresses his Darnold opinion(14:05) 49ers sign Brandon Allen as their 4th string QB (16:32) Lynch updates fans on Purdy’s recovery (26:10) 49ers sign undrafted free agent Winstead

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down the landscape surrounding the 49ers’ quarterback position, including if this is Sam Darnold’s best opportunity in his career to find success and the chance time is running out on Trey Lance to prove he is a starter in the NFL. Then, Matt and JLC shift their attention to the team’s eleven undrafted free-agent signings and discuss the chances they could make the roster.(1:16) 49ers making rounds at NBA Playoffs games(8:05) Where does Lance sit on the depth chart?(16:32) How will the 49ers’ quarterback situation play out?(26:10) 49ers announce 11 undrafted free-agent signings(38:19) Will the 49ers’ coaching turnover have a negative impact?

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down the 49ers’ performance in the 2023 NFL Draft, including the added depth at both tight end and linebacker, and the faith they showed drafting Jake Moody in the third round. Plus, Matt and Jennifer discuss how the secondary will look next season and why Colton McKivitz is the big winner of the draft.(3:16) Instant takeaways from the 2023 NFL Draft(8:05) 49ers show faith in their offensive line(13:32) How will the tight end spot play out?(18:10) 49ers bolster their defensive line in draft(28:19) How will the secondary look?(33:30) Rundown of all the 49ers’ draft selections(40:50) Who is the big winner of the draft?