

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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Feb 9, 2022 • 49min
Analyzing McDaniel's departure; Deebo's MVP potential with Michael Irvin
Hall of Famer Michael Irvin joins 49ers Talk to discuss Deebo Samuel’s MVP future, the 49ers' staying power in the NFC and the chances Bryant Young or Patrick Willis make the Hall of Fame this year. Then, NFL Network’s Colleen Wolfe stops by to discuss Jimmy Garoppolo’s future and why she believes Trey Lance will be successful with San Francisco. (1:26) Changes in store for 49ers this offseason (6:04) How much impact will Anthony Lynn have next season?(15:16) Irvin shares his inspiration for his Deebo chant (17:51) Irvin on Deebo’s potential contract this offseason (21:30) Irvin discusses the Hall of Fame chances for Young, Willis (27:40) Is the NFC top-heavy with quarterbacks? (37:22) Wolfe details Deebo’s incredible season (43:36) Wolfe on Garoppolo’s future

Feb 3, 2022 • 1h 7min
Jimmy G’s future, Lance’s readiness and other 49ers offseason questions
Matt Maiocco and Laura Britt discuss what is next for Jimmy Garoppolo after losing in the NFC Championship Game, if Trey Lance is ready to take over as the 49ers’ starting quarterback and what the offseason holds for San Francisco. (1:26) Will the 49ers trade Garoppolo? (6:44) What can the 49ers receive in return for Garoppolo? (17:16) How soon will Garoppolo be traded? (23:30) Is Lance ready to be starting QB for the 49ers? (31:52) What did Lance learn from his rookie season? (38:10) Deebo, Bosa in 49ers' long term plans (48:22) Do 49ers need to add depth at wide receiver? (52:16) Weighing in on the Brian Flores lawsuit

Jan 31, 2022 • 53min
49ers await offseason filled with questions after crushing loss to Rams
Matt Maiocco and Laura Britt break down the 49ers’ crushing defeat to the Los Angeles Rams in the NFC Championship Game and look ahead to an offseason full of questions. (1:26) 49ers fall to Rams in NFC Championship Game (7:44) Running game struggles vs. Los Angeles (16:16) Was this Shanahan’s best coaching job? (26:51) Did Garoppolo play his last game as a 49er? (35:52) How do 49ers move forward this offseason? (41:10) Will 49ers have cap flexibility?

Jan 28, 2022 • 1h 3min
49ers' incredible road success, Deebo's impact and Rams preview with Laken Tomlinson
49ers offensive lineman Laken Tomlinson joins Matt Maiocco and Laura Britt to discuss the 49ers' upcoming NFC Championship showdown with the Los Angeles Rams, the impact that Deebo Samuel has on San Francisco's rushing attack and the toughness that Jimmy Garoppolo brings to the team and potential unsung heroes for the 49ers this weekend.(1:26) 49ers players show support for Garoppolo on social media (6:04) Do the 49ers need Garoppolo to step up this weekend? (14:16) How should the 49ers attack the Rams' defense? (26:51) Potential unsung heroes for San Francisco on Sunday (32:52) Tomlinson on the 49ers’ early-season struggles (39:00) Tomlinson discusses Garoppolo’s toughness (50:22) How will the crowd be this Sunday?

Jan 25, 2022 • 48min
Keys to beating Rams, Jimmy G’s uncertain future
Matt Maiocco and Laura Britt discuss the 49ers facing the Rams in the NFC Championship Game, if Trent Williams and Ambry Thomas will be ready to go on Sunday and what Jimmy Garoppolo’s performance this postseason means for his future and potential trade value.(1:10) 49ers to face Rams in NFC Championship(5:40) Takeaways from the win over Green Bay (10:31) Will Williams, Thomas be ready to play on Sunday? (14:55) Rams trying to prevent 49ers fans from attending NFC Championship (21:50) Will Garoppolo return to the 49ers next season? (32:13) What does the future of the NFC look like? (42:44) Keys for 49ers vs. the Rams

Jan 23, 2022 • 49min
Stunning upset vs. Packers thanks to defense, special teams heroics
Matt Maiocco and Laura Britt discuss the 49ers’ comeback victory over the Green Bay Packers, the success San Francisco had on defense and special teams and look ahead to next weekend’s NFC Championship Game. (1:10) 49ers stun Packers to make NFC Championship Game (9:10) Willis shines on special teams for San Francisco (16:31) Is this Shanahan’s best coached season to date? (21:00) Warner’s leadership pivotal against Packers (26:50) Garoppolo leads 49ers on game winning drive (35:13) Ryans’ impresses with game plan vs. Green Bay (39:44) Grading the 49ers’ performance

Jan 20, 2022 • 1h 12min
Keys to beating Packers; Jimmie Ward on confident defense, Jimmy G, Trey Lance
49ers safety Jimmie Ward joins Matt Maiocco and Laura Britt to discuss this weekend’s showdown with the Packers, the challenge the defense faces against Aaron Rodgers and what has impressed him most about Jimmy Garoppolo. Plus, Matt and Laura break down the keys for the 49ers in Green Bay and what things to look out for in the Divisional Round matchup. (1:30) Discussing the 49ers-Packers recent rivalry (9:30) Revisiting the Week 3 matchup (18:31) Garoppolo banged up but still expected to start (28:30) How are 49ers’ veterans an advantage in the playoffs? (32:50) Ward on the struggles during the beginning of his career (38:13) Ward details the success of the 49ers defense (44:44) How has Lance been as scout team qb? (51:12) Ward discusses Shanahan’s coaching style (57:30) Who are the 49ers’ future starting corners?

Jan 17, 2022 • 36min
49ers escape with controversial, bizarre win against Cowboys
Matt Maiocco and Laura Britt break down the 49ers’ controversial victory over the Dallas Cowboys, the continued dominance by Deebo Samuel and the defense’s impressive performance. Plus, Matt and Laura look ahead to the 49ers-Packers showdown next weekend. (1:30) Bosa, Warner banged up in win over Cowboys (8:30) 49ers defense steps up against Cowboys offense (13:31) Deebo flashes brilliance on touchdown run (19:10) Breaking down Garoppolo’s performance (28:23) Looking ahead to the 49ers’ matchup with the Packers

Jan 13, 2022 • 1h 11min
Jimmy G's resurgence, 49ers' pass rush and other keys to beating Cowboys in wild-card round
49ers great Brent Jones joined Matt Maiocco and Laura Britt to preview the 49ers wild-card matchup with the Dallas Cowboys and share why he thinks San Francisco has the edge going into Sunday. Plus, Matt and Laura discuss Jimmy Garoppolo’s uncertain future with the 49ers and if the Nick Bosa and the defense is up to the challenge this weekend Dallas. (4:30) Could Sunday be Garoppolo’s last game with the 49ers? (12:41) How would the 49ers benefit by moving on from Garoppolo? (23:31) Jones discusses the 49ers-Cowboys rivalry (29:10) Jones explains why the 49ers have the advantage this weekend (34:23) Jones on how Mitchell is a “Special” running back(39:10) Jones details the keys to the game for the 49ers (45:22) Jones shares his thoughts on the 49ers' QB situation (59:30) Can the 49ers' pass rush get to Dak?

Jan 10, 2022 • 39min
49ers clinch playoff spot with stunning comeback vs. Rams, face Cowboys in wild-card round
Matt Maiocco and Laura Britt discuss the 49ers' stunning Week 18 comeback against the Los Angeles Rams and look forward to their Wild Card Weekend matchup with the Dallas Cowboys.(1:00) 49ers take down Rams, face Cowboys in NFL Playoffs(5:04) Jimmy Garoppolo shines in victory over Rams (13:18) What was the turning point of the game? (17:31) Jennings has career day against Los Angeles(24:36) Can 49ers defense continue strong play?(34:03) Looking ahead to Cowboys-49ers