

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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Mar 29, 2023 • 38min
Lance’s offseason opportunity, Purdy’s recovery timeline and new NFL rules
Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down how Brock Purdy’s recovery creates a big opportunity for Trey Lance this offseason, why the three-month mark is so important for Purdy's rehab and why the 49ers could be affected by some rule changes in 2023.(1:16) 49ers set to learn more in June about Purdy’s recovery(7:05) Could Lance grab the starting job this offseason?(14:32) Should the NFL allow an emergency third QB?(17:10) York ‘optimistic’ Levi's Stadium will host another Super Bowl(24:19) Could the 49ers have two Thursday night games next season?(30:30) What will happen with Gould?

Mar 27, 2023 • 41min
Dissecting 49ers’ faith in Brock Purdy and what it means for Trey Lance
Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down John Lynch’s comments about the team's faith in Brock Purdy, what that could mean for Trey Lance and why the 49ers wont have any interest in acquiring Lamar Jackson. Plus, Matt and Jennifer look at the NFL draft and examine why the 49ers should be happy with their upcoming picks.(1:16) Lynch on the 49ers' current QB situation(14:05) Can Purdy continue his success?(18:32) What does the Purdy situation mean for Lance?(27:10) Are the 49ers interested in Jackson?(36:19) Will the 49ers still draft a kicker?

Mar 23, 2023 • 1h 5min
Examining the 49ers’ roster needs and behind the scenes of an NFL insider
Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down what Ross Dwelley re-signing with the 49ers means to the offense, why the kicker position is the 49ers' biggest glaring hole and share some behind-the-scenes stories surrounding their jobs and what it is like to be an NFL insider.(2:29) Dwelley set to return to 49ers(9:16) Potential tight end draft targets(14:05) 49ers add depth on OL with Feliciano signing(22:32) What will the 49ers do at kicker?(31:10) Behind the scenes of NFL reporting(39:36) What is the lifestyle of an NFL insider?

Mar 20, 2023 • 50min
Hargrave’s instant impact, Ferrell’s upside and more free agency observations
Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down what Javon Hargrave brings to the 49ers’ defense, why Clelin Ferrell could be the team’s biggest under-the-radar signing this offseason and the importance Sam Darnold will have for San Francisco. Plus, are the 49ers better now compared to the end of the season?(2:29) Have the 49ers gotten better this offseason?(9:16) What does Hargrave bring to the 49ers?(14:05) Will newcomer Ferrell exceed expectations?(25:32) Can the defensive line be better in 2023?(26:10) Are the 49ers set in the secondary?(35:36) How many 2024 comp picks will the 49ers have?(41:30) Darnold on joining the 49ers

Mar 16, 2023 • 51min
Analyzing 49ers’ free-agent additions and departures; One-on-one with Jake Brendel
Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down the 49ers’ performance in free agency to this point, including if fans should be worried about the amount of departures for the team and how they plan to replenish their depth. Then, center Jake Brendel joins the show to discuss his multiyear deal with the 49ers and why he is impressed with San Francisco's offseason so far.(2:29) Should fans worry about the 49ers’ free-agent losses?(6:16) What is the 49ers’ biggest loss this offseason?(14:05) Brendel on re-signing with the 49ers(20:32) Brendel discusses his football career(26:10) Brendel on how he fits with the 49ers’ offense(31:36) Should the 49ers be interested in Lamar?(42:30) Looking at the 49ers’ depth on defense

Mar 14, 2023 • 38min
49ers surprisingly agree to deals with Hargrave, Darnold as Jimmy G, Ward, McGlinchey move on
Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan react to the breaking news of the 49ers agreeing to terms with both Javon Hargrave and Sam Darnold, how the new additions impact the current roster and why the team’s losses in free agency so far are not surprising.(1:29) 49ers surprise with Hargrave agreement(8:16) Is the Hargrave deal a good one for the 49ers?(12:05) 49ers agree to terms with Darnold(20:32) How important is Gipson return to the defense?(26:30) Reflecting on Jimmy G’s time with the 49ers

Mar 12, 2023 • 52min
Examining Purdy’s recovery timetable, previewing 49ers’ free agency options
Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss what Brock Purdy’s recovery timetable should look like after his surgery, how that impacts the 49ers’ mentality headed into free agency and how the team fills other needs moving forward. Plus, Doctor Nirav Pandya joins the show to explain what fans should look for with Purdy’s recovery and why Purdy could come back better than ever.(1:29) 49ers announce Purdy undergoes successful surgery(8:16) Does Purdy’s injury influence 49ers’ free-agency hunt?(15:05) Looking at the 49ers’ 11 draft picks in the 2023 NFL Draft(21:32) Dr. Pandya on Purdy’s surgery(27:30) Dr. Pandya explains why Purdy’s arm strength can improve(35:36) Replacing 49ers' top free agents(42:19) Could Jimmie Ward re-sign with the 49ers?(47:40) Possible replacements for Robbie Gould

Mar 8, 2023 • 40min
49ers’ interest in Lamar Jackson, Purdy’s surgery and free-agency outlook
Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down if the 49ers have interest in Lamar Jackson and what it would take to acquire the former MVP, the narrative San Francisco fans have on the quarterback situation between Trey Lance and Brock Purdy and what to expect headed toward free agency next week. (1:29) Purdy set for surgery Friday (8:16) Looking at the Purdy vs. Lance narrative (14:05) Are the 49ers interested in Lamar Jackson? (21:02) Would 49ers made a big QB move if Purdy is out next season? (26:30) Will 49ers restructure some contracts? (32:36) What will Garoppolo command in free agency?

Mar 5, 2023 • 1h 1min
Steve Palazzolo on Purdy’s ‘special’ talent, how Lance can be ‘cheat code’ for 49ers’ offense
Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan are joined by PFF’s Steve Palazzolo to break down the special talent he sees in Brock Purdy, how Trey Lance has potential to be a cheat code for the 49ers’ offense and why Mike McGlinchey is destined for a big free-agent contract. Plus, Matt and Jennifer discuss the chances Tom Brady makes his way to the Bay Area and what positions San Francisco will target in the draft.(1:52) Gould announces plans to leave 49ers, kick for another NFL team(8:16) Why is the combine so important?(14:05) Potential kickers 49ers could target in the draft(18:02) Could Brady be on his way to the Bay Area?(25:30) Palazzolo on the 49ers’ 2022-23 offensive line performance(32:36) Palazzolo details how Purdy changed the 49ers’ offense(36:19) Palazzolo on how the 49ers should grow the D-line(41:40) Palazzolo details how Lance could be a ‘cheat code’(52:30) How good was the 49ers’ offensive line?

Mar 1, 2023 • 45min
Exclusive: John Lynch on Purdy’s delayed surgery, how Lance can improve and 49ers’ offseason plans
Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan are joined by 49ers general manager John Lynch to discuss the latest surrounding Brock Purdy’s delayed surgery, what the 49ers’ plans are for the NFL Scouting Combine and free agency and how he sees Trey Lance progressing as an NFL quarterback.(1:12) Griese to return as 49ers quarterback coach(9:16) Will McGlinchey be back next season?(15:05) Could Ward, Gipson return to 49ers?(20:30) Lynch on how the 49ers handle the combine(25:36) Lynch updates Purdy’s injury timeline(29:19) Lynch on what’s next for Garoppolo(33:20) Lynch details the 49ers’ offseason plans