49ers Talk: A San Francisco 49ers Podcast

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49ers' roster taking shape ahead of preseason finale vs. Chargers Aug 21, 2025

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With former 49ers coach Jim Harbaugh and the Los Angeles Chargers visiting Levi's Stadium for Saturday's preseason finale, San Francisco's final roster decisions are becoming more clear. Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss what will play into the 49ers' roster choices, including injury updates, player suspensions and position-group competitions. Also, Matt and Jennifer review how the entire 2025 NFL Draft class has fared throughout training camp, and discuss Kyle Shanahan's update on veteran wide receiver Demarcus Robinson's suspension following his violation of the NFL's personal conduct policy last season.

(1:00) Demarcus Robinson suspension update
(2:00) Roster decisions shaping amid numerous injuries
(10:00) Health top priority as backups set to play in preseason finale
(20:00) JimHarbaugh returns to Levi's Stadium as known program-fixer
(25:00) 49ers rookie progress

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49ers show development, beat Raiders on Jake Moody's game-winning field goal Aug 17, 2025

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The 49ers won their second preseason game in dramatic fashion over the Las Vegas Raiders on Saturday at Allegiant Stadium after kicker Jake Moody converted a career-long 59-yard field goal to seal San Francisco's 22-19 comeback victory. Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down the 49ers' nail-biting performance and how they've grown since their Week 1 preseason loss to the Denver Broncos, including quarterback Brock Purdy and receiver Ricky Pearsall's burgeoning connection. Matt and Jennifer analyze this crucial relationship on offense, update on San Francisco's injuries and highlight other top 49ers performers from the win.

(1:00) Breaking down Week 2 preseason win vs. Raiders
(3:00) Jake Moody's confidence shows tangible gains from win
(5:00) Injury updates on Dominick Puni, other key players
(15:00) Analyzing the Purdy-Pearsall connection
(25:00) Picking star of the game for 49ers' defense

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Undermanned 49ers show aggressiveness in joint practice with Raiders Aug 14, 2025

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The 49ers began their second joint practice of the NFL preseason in Las Vegas much like their first week, undermanned. Undeterred, they fielded enough players against the Raiders to see some progress from last week. "49ers Talk" hosts Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down which players were making the biggest impact in the second week of preseason and discuss two emerging rookies on both sides of the ball already making a case for regular-season minutes. Also, Matt and Jennifer update San Francisco's expansive injury room and share Kyle Shanahan's strategy for getting his starters some live reps throughout the rest of the preseason.

(1:00) 49ers in Las Vegas for Week 2 of preseason
(3:00) CMC seems back to his normal self; coaches and players vouch
(6:00) 49ers' expansive injury updates
(11:25) Two rookies on both sides of the ball making cases for regular-season playing time
(38:00) How Kyle Shanahan will play veterans for rest of preseason

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49ers-Broncos joint practice brings sparks, injuries Aug 08, 2025

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A handful of familiar faces took the field in Santa Clara on Thursday as the 49ers hosted the Denver Broncos for a joint practice ahead of Saturday's preseason opener. "49ers Talk" co-hosts Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss how San Francisco's offense and defense fared against Denver, as well as an update on Mykel Williams after the rookie left Thursday's practice with a knee injury. Also, we'll hear from 49ers star QB Brock Purdy about San Francisco's resilience against the Broncos' stout defense.

(1:00) 49ers host Broncos for intense joint practice
(4:00) Broncos showed early intensity, 49ers responded late
(7:00) 49ers injury updates
(13:00) Purdy-Pearsall connection developing in camp, CMC looking crisp
(16:00 Projecting the 49ers' WR depth chart
(23:00) Upton Stout has been the most impressive rookie in camp

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Brock Purdy, Picky Pearsall continue to develop chemistry at 49ers training camp Aug 04, 2025

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Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan check in after two weeks of 49ers training camp to break down which positions have the most competition and how Ricky Pearsall and Brock Purdy are continuing to develop their chemistry on the field.

1:30 – Overall sense and vibe at practice as the Broncos are coming to practice this week

3:30 – Discussing Alfred Collins, Mykel Williams

6:00 – On the “controlled environment” of a joint practice

7:30 – Defensive End breakdown 2 weeks into training camp

11:00 – Wide Receiver breakdown 2 weeks into training camp

17:30 – Kicker competition

18:30 – Offensive line competition

19:30 – Discussing the linebacker situation

21:00 – Defensive backfield competition

24:00 – Updates on Dominick Puni

26:00 – Updates on running back injuries

28:00 – Luke Farrell “adapting” to doing more on offense

29:00 – Upton Stout’s relationship with Russell Gage

31:00 – 49ers confident injured players will be ready to go for start of season, new players will adapt

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Upton Stout discusses competition, taking advantage of opportunities at 49ers training camp Jul 31, 2025

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Upton Stout joins "49ers Talk" to discuss his experience so far at training camp and who is helping mentor him during his rookie season. Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan also break down the team's list of injuries and how stars Brock Purdy and Christian McCaffrey have looked.

1:30 – Discussing training camp, vibes are better but lots of injuries

3:20 – Roster moves

5:00 – Breaking down how much better the line is with Nick Bosa

10:00 – Defensive line discussion

19:40 – Overall feeling where the team is right now

23:30 – Discussing Upton Stout

26:00 – Questions surrounding the lack of depth in certain positions

30:20 – Upton Stout Interview

32:30 – Brock Purdy looking good in training camp

34:00 – Ricky Pearsall getting reps

35:45 – Jordan James out with knee injury

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Ricky Pearsall returns, Jauan Jennings injured as 49ers complete first week of training camp Jul 28, 2025

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The first full week of 49ers training camp might have brought more questions than answers, especially within San Francisco's wide receiver corps. Second-year wideout Ricky Pearsall made his return to the field Sunday following a nagging hamstring injury, while veteran receiver Jauan Jennings left early with a calf injury as Isaiah Neyor continued to impress. Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss how these recent developments will shape a receivers room primed for a player to emerge. Matt and Jennifer also review some of the 49ers' recent injuries following a scary practice incident, then check in on the kicking competition.

(1:00) Recapping 49ers' first week of camp before pads go on
(3:00) Ricky Pearsall activated off PUP list
(6:00) Jauan Jennings leaves practice with a calf injury
(10:00) How will pads going on next week impact how players are tested?
(15:00) Defensive end Tarron Jackson sustains frightening injury at practice
(21:00) Breaking down the Jauan Jennings contract negotiations
(31:00) Interview with UDFA receiver Isaiah Neyor

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49ers' 2025 training camp begins with hope, a few question marks Jul 22, 2025

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With all 49ers players slated to report to Santa Clara on Tuesday, training camp officially begins for an organization primed for a bounce-back season. "49ers Talk," hosts Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan were in attendance for GM John Lynch and head coach Kyle Shanahan's opening press conference and a few question marks lingered. How will a wide receiver room marred by injury and contract disputes gel with quarterback Brock Purdy, did San Francisco do enough with their offensive and defensive lines and will the rookies emerge to play prominent roles on a team with aspirations for a title? Matt and Jennifer discuss how their questions will be answered. Also, Matt Maiocco makes a big announcement in regards to a new role with NBC Sports Bay Area.

(1:00) Training camp finally has arrived and the 49ers have a lot of work to do
(1:30) WR group has the most question marks at the moment
(5:00) 49ers players' health updates
(15:00) 49ers made a calculated risk – running the OL back pretty closely to what they had last season
(21:00) Matt Maiocco's new role with NBC Sports Bay Area announcement

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Rich Eisen breaks down 49ers bounce back ability, Jennings' leverage for lucrative extension Jul 17, 2025

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Sportscaster Rich Eisen sits down with Matt Maiocco to weigh in on the 49ers' ability to bounce back this coming season. Eisen also reminisces on his humble broadcast television beginnings in Northern California, his rise to ESPN and hosting his own show. Eisen's familiarity with the Pacific Northwest and especially 49ers fans provide him the credibility and insight to label San Francisco as one of the NFL's most "underrated," fanatic franchises. Additionally, Jennifer Lee Chan joins Matt to break down wide receiver Jauan Jennings' contract extension request and how his value stacks up against other marquee receivers in the league.

(1:00) Jennings' contract request interrupts 49ers' quiet offseason
(6:00) 49ers historically don't cave to trade requests
(10:00) JLC provides her player comps for Jennings
(13:00) Jennings slated to start season as WR1 -- if he plays
(21:00) Rich Eisen interview
(27:00) Eisen details the ‘underrated’ fervor of 49ers fans

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