Candlestick Chronicles: A 49ers Pod

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Thoughts on the 49ers start to free agency Mar 11, 2025

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First, Chris opens the podcast with his thoughts on the departures of Dre Greenlaw and Kyle Juszczyk after the news came down Monday evening. Then, Kyle joins the recording from earlier in the afternoon to discuss the start of free agency, the wave of players leaving, and why it might not be as terrible as it seems that so many players are exiting the roster. Finally, Chris offers up six NFL draft prospects he thinks would be good picks for San Francisco at No. 11 overall.

Joey Bosa and 49ers' free agent philosophy Mar 07, 2025

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Kyle and Chris break down the possibility of the 49ers adding Joey Bosa after he was released by the Los Angeles Chargers, and why it could test their new philosophy when it comes to adding aging players that could come at a high price tag. Then they offer early takes about an intriguing draft prospect with the No. 11 overall pick.

EMERGENCY EPISODE: Deebo Samuel traded to Commanders Mar 02, 2025

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Chris Biderman reacts to the San Francisco 49ers trading Deebo Samuel to the Washington Commanders. What it means for Kyle Shanahan's receiving corps, why the dead money is less of an issue than it seems, the team trying to get younger and cheaper, and a lot more.

How the 49ers can find bargains in free agency Feb 21, 2025

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Kyle and Chris come up with six realistic free agent additions at positions of need for the San Francisco 49ers that might not be the biggest names, but could provide upgrades to the roster. The names including some that are familiar with Robert Saleh, and even a former player the 49ers drafted.

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Does Michigan's Will Johnson make sense for 49ers? Feb 19, 2025

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Kyle and Chris break down NFL Media draft analyst Daniel Jeremiah's mock draft for the San Francisco 49ers where he pegged Michigan cornerback Will Johnson at pick No. 11. Why a cornerback could make sense despite the team having needs elsewhere, how free agency could impact the line of thinking, the fit and a lot more.

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Should 49ers go big-name hunting at receiver? Feb 13, 2025

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Kyle and Chris break down the idea of the San Francisco 49ers adding a big name receiver like Davante Adams or Tee Higgins in light of the Deebo Samuel trade news, and they have early thoughts about the 11th overall pick in the upcoming NFL draft.

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Deebo Samuel news + 49ers team building philosphy Feb 11, 2025

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Kyle and Chris discuss the uncertain future of San Francisco 49ers receiver Deebo Samuel following the news the team is giving him permission to seek a trade, then they dive into team building lessons from the Eagles' win over the Chiefs in the Super Bowl, and what it says about San Francisco's dreams of having another dominant defensive line.

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Will the 49ers get in the Myles Garrett and/or Cooper Kupp sweepstakes? Feb 04, 2025

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Kyle and Chris break down the idea of the San Francisco 49ers taking a look at Myles Garrett or Cooper Kupp in a trade after they appear to be available with Garrett requesting a trade and Kupp announcing the Rams were looking to move him. Which player would make more sense? Looking at why the 49ers receiving corps complicate a potential Kupp decision, and a lot more.

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Did the 49ers finally solve their DC situation? Jan 24, 2025

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Kyle and Chris react to the breaking news that Robert Saleh is expected to become the San Francisco 49ers' defensive coordinator, assuming he doesn't get a head coaching job elsewhere, amid multiple reports. It comes after the Jaguars appear to have landed Liam Coen following Jacksonville's decision to fire former 49ers GM Trent Baalke. Kyle and Chris make sense of the situation, and break down the team's biggest roster needs heading into the offseason.

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Is Robert Saleh going to be the 49ers DC? Jan 22, 2025

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Kyle and Chris break down the looming possibility of former New York Jets coach Robert Saleh returning to become the 49ers' defensive coordinator -- should he not get a head coaching job -- and what the possibility of Brandon Staley getting the gig, and why it might not be the worst thing in the world. As always, the podcast is sponsored by PrizePicks, Lamb Chops and Cooperage Brewing.

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