49ers Talk: A San Francisco 49ers Podcast

Matt Maiocco and Carlos Ramirez break down the 49ers’ injury-riddled loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, the impact of Brock Purdy’s elbow injury and the different avenues the team can go at the quarterback position this offseason. Plus, Jennifer Lee Chan joins the show to discuss how the 49ers move forward after their second consecutive NFC Championship Game loss and why the future is still bright in the Bay Area.(1:42) 49ers fall to Eagles in injury-filled fashion(6:45) How concerned should fans be about Purdy’s injury?(14:30) Should the 49ers target Brady this offseason?(20:16) What to make of controversial Smith catch(28:45) McCaffrey on being a part of the 49ers(35:30) 49ers’ attention turns to offseason priorities(43:16) What is next for the 49ers?

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan are joined by Arik Armstead to discuss what makes this 49ers’ season so special to the team, the resilience he has shown fighting through injuries this season and the leadership role he has embraces in the locker room. Plus, Matt joins Eagles Insider Reuben Frank and Dave Zangaro to talk all things NFC Championship and who holds the advantage headed into Sunday.(1:42) 49ers head off to Philadelphia for NFC Championship Game(8:45) Players to watch this Sunday(16:49) Is Warner the Key to slowing Hurts?(21:30) Armstead on how special this season is compared to others(27:16) Armstead on his preparation to contain Hurts(32:38) Keys for 49ers to beat the Eagles(38:34) Who is better: Eagles OL or 49ers DL?(46:20) How important is the speed on the 49ers defense?(56:29) Where can the 49ers attack the Eagles defense?

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss the 49ers’ injury report headed toward the NFC Championship Game, what type of performance Brock Purdy needs to seal a San Francisco victory and if Kyle Shanahan has extra pressure on him this weekend. Plus, Greg Papa stops by to share some keys to slowing down Jalen Hurts and the Philadelphia offense and the environment the 49ers will face this Sunday.(1:42) Discussing the Omenihu situation(6:45) Are the Eagles the better team?(13:49) Should the 49ers be concerned about McCaffrey’s injury?(18:11) Will the 49ers be able to contain Hurts?(24:16) Papa details how the 49ers should attack the Eagles’ defense(30:38) Papa on the importance of third-down efficiency(40:34) Kolar shares his first impressions of Purdy(47:20) Kolar on why Purdy has been successful as a rookie

Matt Maiocco and Carlos Ramirez break down the 49ers’ divisional-round playoff win over the Dallas Cowboys, if this was the team’s best defensive performance yet and the continued success of the Brock Purdy-to-George Kittle connection. Plus, Jennifer Lee Chan joins the show to discuss Kyle Shanahan’s trust in Purdy and preview the NFC Championship Game against the Philadelphia Eagles.(1:22) 49ers advance to NFC Championship Game(8:45) Was this the 49ers' best defensive performance?(14:49) Analyzing the Cowboys' final play of the game(21:11) Shanahan on his confidence in the 49ers’ offense(27:16) Gould an unsung hero with four field goals(32:38) Looking ahead to the NFC Championship

George Kittle joins Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan to discuss how Brock Purdy’s confidence feeds the offense, the dramatic impact Christian McCaffrey has had since joining the 49ers and how excited the tight end is to face the Cowboys in the NFC Divisional Playoff. Then, Cowboys reporter Michael Gehlken joins the show to preview this weekend's showdown between the 49ers and the Cowboys.(1:22) 49ers ready to face Cowboys in NFC divisional round(5:45) Is Kittle primed for a big performance?(13:49) Kittle on the 49ers’ love of playing at home(18:11) Kittle details Purdy’s confidence(23:16) Kittle breaks down Shanahan’s offensive mindset(26:38) Kittle shares his game day rituals(34:34) Gehken details the Cowboys’ confidence

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down the 49ers’ mentality headed into their playoff matchup with the Cowboys, why this weekend will be the biggest test Brock Purdy has faced so far and if it is this the biggest game in Levi’s Stadium history. Plus, Greg Papa stops by to break down how Kyle Shanahan can trap Dallas’ defense and shares the one thing Purdy can improve on moving forward.(1:22) 49ers focused on Cowboys matchup this weekend(6:45) How can the defense slow down the Cowboys?(13:25) Papa previews 49ers-Cowboys(20:11) Are the Cowboys’ and 49ers’ defenses similar?(25:16) Is this the biggest game in Levi’s Stadium history?(30:58) What does the future hold for Lance?(34:17) Carthon accepts GM role with Titans

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down the upcoming 49ers-Cowboys NFC Divisional Playoff, why fans should consider themselves lucky with the 49ers’ quarterback situation and how San Francisco can slow down Dak Prescott and the Dallas offense.(1:22) 49ers to face Cowboys in NFC Divisional Playoffs (6:45) Do the Eagles have the easier route? (13:25) Purdy’s maturity on display vs. Seahawks (18:31) How should fans feel about the QB depth?(24:16) Is it Purdy’s team moving forward? (30:58) Should fans worry about the secondary?

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down the 49ers’ blowout victory over the Seattle Seahawks, if the Johnathan Abram/Deebo Samuel play was the turning point for the 49ers and the historic playoff debut for Brock Purdy.(1:34) 49ers use dominant second half to blow out Seahawks (6:15) Shanahan on Abram’s actions toward Deebo (12:20) Deebo’s impact felt vs. Seahawks (18:30) Looking at the defense’s performance (22:21) How does Purdy’s performance stack up historically? (32:46) Looking back at Purdy becoming the starter (36:20) Depth on defensive line pays off for 49ers (41:01) McCaffrey continues to shine in Shanahan’s offense

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan are joined by 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey to discuss how Brock Purdy helped him learn the 49ers’ offense, what his mindset was the past few seasons dealing with injuries and the team’s focus headed into the playoffs.(1:34) 49ers' health improving ahead of game with Seattle(6:15) How important will special teams be in the playoffs?(10:20) McCaffrey on his arrival in San Francisco(14:30) McCaffrey on his first impressions of Purdy(17:21) McCaffrey details what makes the 49ers’ offense stand out(21:46) McCaffrey discusses the 49ers’ focus moving forward(27:20) Explaining McCaffrey’s dynamic skillset(32:40) Is Bosa set to win the DPOY award?

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down if it is Super Bowl or bust for the 49ers, why Brock Purdy won't wilt under the pressure of the playoffs and how the secondary can raise their game entering the postseason. Plus, Greg Papa stops by to discuss how San Francisco can attack the Seahawks' defense this weekend and how efficient the offense has been this season.(1:34) 49ers-Seahawks set for wild card showdown(6:15) Is it Super Bowl or bust for the 49ers?(12:20) Are the 49ers now set at quarterback?(20:21) Papa on what stands out from the regular season(28:13) Papa on the continued development of Purdy(33:06) How should the 49ers attack the Seahawks?(42:20) Shanahan on prepping for the playoffs with Purdy