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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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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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1 2025 NFL Draft: Identifying 49ers’ best fits with Charles Davis 42:32
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Jennifer Lee Chan sits down with NFL Network's Charles Davis to break down which top draft prospects are good fits for the 49ers. Jennifer and Charles discuss which players will be available at No. 11 for San Francisco, and how the team can find much-needed depth value later in the draft. Also, Matt Maiocco and Jennifer revisit where the 49ers and Brock Purdy stand in their contract extension negotiations, as a "soft deadline" approaches this week with the start of San Francisco's offseason program. -- (1:00) 49ers Enterprises investment, Leeds United earns promotion to English Premier League (4:45) Despite Jed York stating other investment finances separate, fans concerned if Purdy investment affected? (11:00) The first ‘soft-deadline’ for Purdy contract would be this week, opening of their offseason program (16:45) Davis’ picks for the 49ers at defensive tackle – Mason Graham, Kenneth Grant, Derrick Harmon, Walter Nolen (18::15) Davis - If you have conviction about a player it doesn't matter where you pick him (ex. Gibbs DET) (20:30) Davis’ value pick to replace Dre Greenlaw at linebacker (21:30) Davis' picks to fill 49ers void on O-line (26:00) Biggest draft riser since this process started…

1 2025 NFL Draft: Identifying 49ers’ best fits with Field Yates 1:01:43
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Matt Maiocco sits down with ESPN NFL Draft Analyst Field Yates to breakdown which top prospects are good fits for the 49ers. Matt and Field discuss who will be available at No. 11, and how San Francisco can find value later in the draft to fill much-needed depth in the squad. Also, Matt and Jennifer Lee Chan detail Robert Saleh’s reunion on the sideline with Kyle Shanahan and Co. during the 49ers’ recent local Pro Day. -- (1:15) Who are locks to be picked before the 49ers are on the clock? (5:00) How defensive tackles have become a premium position (12:00) Edge rushers that 49ers could target in first round (18:00) Which offensive linemen would be considered at No. 11 (23:30) Later-round offensive-line prospects (29:00) Maiocco and Yates' prospect pick that screams ‘49ers-type’…

1 Spotlight on familiar faces to revive 49ers' championship aspirations as NFL draft looms 46:32
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The 2025 NFL draft takes place this month at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin. This will bring a host of new faces to the 49ers' organization, who hold a tie for the most picks in this year's edition with the Baltimore Ravens. On this episode of "49ers Talk," NBC Sports Bay Area's Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss how the infusion of youth will invigorate an aging roster and provide a much-needed spark for the 2025 NFL season. Also, Matt and Jennifer detail how the spotlight won't just be on the new draftees but some familiar faces as well. The duo discuss why Christian McCaffrey's health might be the single most important fitness development of the 49ers' offseason and how Robert Saleh implements his defense will play a major role in determining San Francisco's ceiling moving forward. -- (6:45) Why official pre-draft visits are so valuable to NFL teams (9:30) Youth infusion will be critical to aid an aging roster that reflected its age last season (15:00) Its very well possible that the 49ers' OL is already set – given the comments from San Francisco's brass recently (17:30) Have the 49ers not learned their lesson from previous years when it comes to completing important contracts? (23:30) Can the 49ers work on parallel tracks? San Francisco has shown a lack of an ability to get deals done in a timely manner (35:00) The 49ers absolutely have to get a starter on the defensive line this draft, biggest need (40:30) Saleh knows how to make defensive adjustments, the 49ers are paying him for his ability to coach up a defense in need of it…

1 Jed York explains 49ers roster exodus influenced by Brock Purdy contract, confident both sides come to deal 36:39
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At the 2025 NFL Annual Meeting, 49ers CEO Jed York revealed their offseason free-agency approach heavily was influenced by the decision as an organization to pay quarterback Brock Purdy. The 49ers dialed back their spending this offseason in preparation for the largest contract in franchise history, an investment York said the organization's brass is aligned with. Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss York's comments, his first publicly since their offseason departures, and weigh what number Purdy and the organization might land on in addition to when. Also, Matt and Jennifer review coach Kyle Shanahan's explanation on Kyle Juszczyk's offseason contract carousel as well as his belief i n the current iteration of the 49ers' offensive line and bringing in camp competition for kicker Jake Moody. -- 1:30) 49ers CEO Jed York speaks for first time since free-agency roster ‘purge’ (6:00) York confirms offseason inactivity was preparation for signing/extending Purdy, Kittle, Warner (7:00) York believes Purdy is top-10 NFL QB, will he pay him like that? (11:00) York explains why Purdy deal ‘shouldn’t be that hard to do’ once they sit down (12:00) 49ers offseason program starts Apr 21, important benchmark for contract to get done? (16:45) York, Shanahan, and Lynch have been aligned in offseason message, strategy throughout process (25:00) Shanahan confirmed the 49ers will bring in competition for kicker Jake Moody…

1 GM John Lynch provides updates on Brandon Aiyuk, Brock Purdy from 2025 NFL Annual League Meeting 37:25
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The 49ers' offseason rolls along this week from the 2025 NFL Annual League Meeting in Palm Beach, Fla. Team owners, executives, head coaches and other league personnel gather at this summit to discuss and vote upon important topics for the 2025 season. Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan caught up with 49ers general manager John Lynch during a scrum of local reporters for an update on San Francisco's offseason plans. Among the topics discussed were updates on Brandon Aiyuk's health and trade interest as well as Brock Purdy's impending contract extension. Matt and Jennifer discuss how the 49ers have executed their plans thus far and provide insight on how those efforts are perceived around the league. The pressure to pull off their offseason reboot seems welcomed by the front office, and the looming 2025 NFL Draft largely is where that effort will be evaluated both in the short and long term. -- (1:30) Lynch indicates Aiyuk will be with 49ers for the 2025 season (3:15) No timetable on Aiyuk’s return but he's meeting necessary benchmarks (4:45) With Aiyuk's immediate future sorted, Purdy’s impending contract becomes the main focus (6:30) 49ers seem to be committed tp Purdy, but committed at the right price (12:00) 49ers feel pressure to find productive players this draft; Lynch said that "pressure" is a privilege (16:00) Discussing the state of the offensive line, which has "good pieces" (24:00) The 2025 NFL Draft, not free agency, will define the 49ers' offseason…

1 Why the 49ers must strike gold with their 2025 NFL Draft class 37:35
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With the 2025 NFL Draft now a month away and the number of roster losses vastly outweighing the gains, the 49ers now are more reliant than ever on the success of their rookies. San Francisco has pivoted to a less familiar offseason strategy that hinges on getting this draft class 'right.' Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss if the 49ers can compliment their proven core with impactful youth from this draft and extend their championship window. The duo also discuss which players on both lines of scrimmage make sense for the 49ers in the first round and beyond? Also, Matt and Jennifer take a not-too-early look at the 49ers' players scheduled to hit free agency in 2026 as their needs don't just stop with the 2025 season. -- (3:15) 49ers have typically drafted a year in advance, this season they are drafting for 'now' (7:00) This can't be a ‘reach’ draft, 49ers must prioritize the best player available (13:25) People talk about the high-profile draft misses during the John Lynch era, but he's found many gems in his tenure (18:00) Did drafting Brock Purdy save John Lynch and Kyle Shanahan’s jobs? (22:00) Looking ahead at 49ers' scheduled free agents for 2026…

1 Scrutinizing 49ers' offseason strategy, if team can pull off John Lynch's 'plan' 36:22
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After either releasing or losing over 15 players in free agency, 49ers general manager John Lynch addressed media from Stanford's Pro Day on Wednesday to reiterate San Francisco has an offseason "plan" in motion. Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan dissect what the 49ers' actual strategy is, from purging overpriced, underperforming veterans to loading up on affordable, younger talent in the 2025 NFL Draft. The 49ers' 11 draft picks are tied for the most, and they'll need to hit on a majority of them to replenish the roster depth they lost. Matt and Jennifer wonder how thin the margins are for the 49ers to pull this plan off. -- (1:15) Lynch reiterates 49ers do have "plan" despite mass free-agency departures (4:15) Assessing Lynch's plan now that roster is worse off than at 6-11 season's end (6:00) Why releases of Leonard Floyd, Maliek Collins were so puzzling (7:15) How moves foreshadow 49ers paying Purdy, Kittle and eventually Warner (11:55) Listing two areas where 49ers' roster actually has improved (20:00) Jennifer and Matt agree 49ers must bolster D-line in draft (30:00) Can Jake Moody come back from down year?…

1 What Jordan Mason trade says about 49ers’ 2025 NFL Draft intentions 33:09
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On “49ers Talk,” hosts Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss Kyle Juszczyk’s return to the 49ers, break down Jordan Mason’s trade to the Minnesota Vikings, and explain why San Francisco is poised to have a big impact in the 2025 NFL Draft in an otherwise quiet free agency for the red and gold. (1:28) - Kyle Juszczyk returns to 49ers (4:50) - Jordan Mason traded to Minnesota (11:39) - San Francisco's running back depth chart (15:30) - How Mason's trade affects the 49ers' 2025 Draft intentions (20:13) - Matt Maiocco's 4.0 Mock Draft and free agency around the NFL (21:27) - Why the 49ers haven't filled their needs in free agency (28:35) - Assessing the 49ers' picks in 2025 NFL Draft (32:15) - Matt Maiocco's predictions for top picks in 2025 NFL Draft…

1 49ers add Mac Jones in Free Agency, but how will they replace Dre Greenlaw? 48:21
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Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss the 49ers' recent free agency moves... or lack there of, as well as the addition of Mac Jones and how he may fit with the San Francisco four years after it was rumored the team was going to draft him No. 3 overall in the 2021 NFL Draft. Then Jennifer Lee Chan sits down with Connor Rogers and the two do a deep dive into Robert Saleh's turbulent times with the New York Jets and what the 49ers might expect this time around with their defensive coordinator. (01:30) - 49ers add Mac Jones... four years after speculation of San Francisco drafting him (08:00) - John Lynch tempered fans expectations this offseason as 49ers have not been as active as they'd hoped (09:45) - Seven 49ers defensive starters are gone from the Super Bowl LVIII team two seasons ago (12:30) - Connor Rogers pulls the curtain back on what happened with Robert Saleh and the New York Jets (17:00) - Would 49er fans be happy if San Francisco gave Dre Greenlaw the same contract the Denver Broncos did? (23:00) - 49ers still have seven players making $15 million a year or more with Brock Purdy's contract looming…

1 Breaking down 49ers' free-agency moves, decision to release Kyle Juszczyk 32:51
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Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss the 49ers' recent moves since the NFL's legal tampering period officially began Monday, why San Francisco decided to release nine-time Pro Bowl fullback and team captain Kyle Juszczyk and how the team can fill out the rest of its roster. 1:30 – Fans unhappy with losing favorite players 2:30 – Recapping recent moves, releasing Kyle Juszczyk 4:30 – Was it the right time to refresh and get younger instead of rebuilding? 7:00 – Breaking down who will make up the defensive line, 9:10 – Team isn’t doing this because of money problems now, doing it because of future cap concerns 11:00 – Breaking down additions to the roster 12:00 – Expectations for Luke Farrell, Richie Grant, Luke Gifford 16:15 – Difficult decisions with veterans 20:30 – Are 49ers setting up the Brock Purdy contract? 22:30 – Reactions to Dre Greenlaw leaving 24:30 – Offensive roster break down 30:00 – Possible options for backup QB…

1 Emergency Podcast: Dre Greenlaw headlines 49ers' departures to start NFL Free Agency 35:40
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Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss the biggest departure the 49ers saw on the opening day of NFL free agency, Dre Greenlaw. The names kept piling up throughout the day, though, as San Francisco bid adieu to OT Jaylon Moore, RB Elijah Mitchell, DB Talanoa Hufanga, OL Aaron Banks, QB Joshua Dobbs, CB Charvarius Ward and FB Kyle Juszczyk. Matt and Jennifer discuss the impact of these free agents signing elsewhere, most expected, but with a few surprises. The day wasn’t full of departures, however, as they retained backup RB Patrick Taylor Jr. and reportedly signed TE Luke Farrell. Matt and Jennifer discuss the state of the roster and and what the 49ers' next moves should be following a busy day of movement. -- (1:00) Reacting to Dre Greenlaw move to Denver (3:00) This is the one major free agent that the 49ers will really feel they lost, fanbase and team will really feel his absence (7:30) 49ers OL signing for other significant teams and for significant numbers, maybe the 49ers OL wasn’t as bad as perceived (14:00) Kyle Shanahan’s scheme and Forester’s coaching tend to cover up OL deficiencies, two can be the same (16:00) Is Luke Farrell’s signing a precursor to Kyle Juszczyk's future with the team…

1 Real possibility Bosa brothers reunite on 49ers 34:47
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On the eve of NFL free agency, Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss the churning news cycle surrounding the 49ers. Needing a reboot on both sides of the ball, will marquee defensive end Joey Bosa join his brother Nick in the trenches for the first and maybe last opportunity to play together professionally? Also, Matt and Jennifer discuss what other moves the 49ers can make to bolster their depth as a handful of their important players are set to test free agency. Lastly, Jennifer offers an update on the Brock Purdy contract extension negotiations as she and Matt discuss how both Purdy's agent and the 49ers tackle such a massive contract. -- (1:00) NFL free agency news coming in quickly with new league year starting this week (3:00) Very real possibility that Joey Bosa plays with his brother after release from the Chargers (6:00) Hargrave on his way out and signs point to 49ers trading or releasing Maliek Collins (15:30) Jets free agents that would fit with the 49ers due to Salah, Boyer ties (19:15) JLC - No movement on Purdy extension so far, Purdy's agent first big contract, wants to get it right (25:00) You can’t profess that you want Purdy for the long term and then lowball him, it sends the wrong message to the locker room…

1 Analyzing Brock Purdy negotiations and 49ers' O-line; Peeking behind curtain of PFF's grading system 1:00:00
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Matt Maiocco sits down with "Check The Mic" co-host Steve Palazzolo, formerly of PFF, to break down where the 49ers' offensive line actually stacked up against the rest of the NFL. Also, Matt and Steve discuss which analytics could play a role in the Brock Purdy contract extension negotiations and why Kyle Shanahan's system strengthens some of those numbers. Then, Jennifer Lee Chan sits down with NFL Network's Stacey Dales to identify which position group the 49ers could draft with the No. 11 pick -- and their answer might surprise you. -- (1:00) The busiest time of the NFL offseason is now (3:00) Where does Brandon Aiyuk’s recovery stand? (4:30) Gauging the 49ers' Davante Adams interest (33:00) Palazzolo believes Shanahan's scheme makes 49ers' O-line look better (41:00) How Purdy’s stats could be used in his contract negotiations (45:00) Can Warren or Loveland take over Kittle's blocking load?…

1 49ers' offseason in full swing with scouting combine, Deebo Samuel in rearview 59:53
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With the scouting combine and Deebo Samuel in the 49ers' rearview mirror, the organization now can move full swing into NFL free agency. San Francisco has work to do preparing for the 2025 NFL Draft as well, so Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan talk with NFL insiders Chris Simms and Omar Ruiz about their roster construction with all eyes on the 49ers' biggest piece of unfinished offseason business -- Brock Purdy's contract extension. Later, Matt and Omar recount an odd podium moment during the Jim Tomsula regime that continues to permeate rooms with laughter. -- (2:45) Reviewing Deebo's memorable time with the organization (7:30) Why Deebo trade benefits 49ers in several ways (10:00) NBC NFL analyst Chris Simms on Brock Purdy’s actual "value" (32:00) NFL Network's Omar Ruiz on San Francisco's national image (36:00) Purdy negotiations might be most fascinating NFL offseason contract story (43:00) Ruiz recounts viral Tomsula moment during presser…

1 Emergency Podcast: 49ers agree to Deebo Samuel trade with Commanders 25:03
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One of the 49ers' first offseason dominoes fell Saturday with the team's agreement to trade wide receiver Deebo Samuel to the Washington Commanders for a fifth-round draft pick. Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan sit down to discuss the trade's magnitude, which deals away a fan favorite who defined a 49ers era with four NFC Championship Games and two Super Bowl appearances. From standout Senior Bowl performer to All-Pro "wide back," Matt and Jennifer recount some of Samuel's best moments in a 49ers uniform. Later, Matt and Jennifer address the state of the 49ers' wide receivers room and how the team can fill Samuel's void. -- (1:00) Lynch's comments at NFL Scouting Combine foreshadowed trade (1:30) How Deebo defined this era of the 49ers (7:00) Reflecting on vintage Deebo moments in a 49ers uniform (11:00) Deebo was "nails" across 49ers' run of four NFC Championship Games, two Super Bowl appearances (12:00) Why Commanders are perfect spot for Deebo to land (17:30) How will 49ers fill Deebo's void?…
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