- 41 minutes 30 seconds49ers welcome reinforcements as CJ West joins growing injured list
Second-year defensive tackle CJ West is the 49ers' latest IR casualty, joining a growing list of San Francisco players on the mend just three weeks into the season. On this episode of "49ers Talk," co-hosts Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss how the 49ers can manage the early hits to their defensive line and wide receiver corps. Will the addition of Northern California native and NFL vet Brandin Cooks bridge the gap at wideout, or can Jordan Watkins finally break through? Later, Matt and Jennifer discuss Brock Purdy's phenomenal start -- and why coach Kyle Shanahan and running back Christian McCaffrey aren't surprised.
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(0:00) 49ers bit by injury bug yet again
(2:00) Why 49ers have interesting 53-man roster decisions to make
(8:00) Brandin Cooks, other reinforcements arrive
(14:00) Fifth WR spot shaping up to be week's biggest storyline
(16:00) Why Brock Purdy's hot start isn't surprising
(30:00) 49ers' rush defense gets more criticism than story stats tell
(34:00) How will 49ers adjust defense with interior injuries?
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24 September 2026, 2:44 am - 35 minutes 13 seconds49ers dismantle Dolphins with offensive masterclass in Levi's home opener
Brock Purdy and the 49ers were nearly perfect offensively in their 35-13 win over the Dolphins on Sunday at Levi's Stadium. San Francisco already has put the NFL on notice with their high-octane offense, and while its defense labored early in Week 2, the unit limited the Dolphins' production. On this episode of "49ers Talk," co-hosts Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss just how far Brock Purdy has come since his 2022 debut against Miami, the impact of even more wide-receiver injuries, and which 49ers defender could bolster their interior line in the coming weeks if his practice window opens.
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(0:00) George Kittle leads off the show
(3:00) 49ers' bend-don't-break defense put emphasis on bend
(10:00) WR room suffers another injury
(18:00) Mike Evans, Kyle Juszczyk discuss reading route trees and QB options
(19:00) Purdy's processing ability remains elite; Joe Montana, Steve Young vouch for it
(28:00) Looking ahead to Week 3 vs. Cardinals
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21 September 2026, 3:43 am - 37 minutes 25 secondsKyle Shanahan details key matchups in 49ers’ Week 2 game vs. Dolphins
“49ers Talk” co-hosts Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan preview San Francisco’s Week 2 game against the Miami Dolphins on Sunday at Levi’s Stadium. Then, they discuss the challenges San Francisco faces while recovering from their trip to Melbourne, Australia last week. Finally, Matt sits down with coach Kyle Shanahan to break down some key matchups in their upcoming game against a young, explosive Dolphins squad.
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(1:39) Matt, Jennifer preview 49ers’ home opener vs. Miami on Sunday
(2:54) Latest injury updates entering Week 2 matchup
(7:45) Assessing 49ers' receiver depth after De'Zhaun Stribling injury
(10:57) Will Kaelon Black suit up against the Dolphins?
(19:21) Kyle Shanahan discuss challenges recovering from trip to Australia
(20:59) Kyle breaks down 49ers’ weekly schedule during the regular season
(33:12) How linebacker Fred Warner still amazes Kyle every day
(35:07) Challenges of facing young Dolphins team
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19 September 2026, 1:00 pm - 36 minutes 57 secondsHow De'Zhaun Stribling, Jake Tonges injuries will test 49ers' offensive depth
It came as no surprise when 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan announced Wednesday that wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling and tight end Jake Tonges would miss significant time following a rash of Week 1 injuries, given San Francisco's history. On this episode of "49ers Talk," co-hosts Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss the fallout from those recovery timelines. With Stribling sidelined 10 weeks and Tonges out for the rest of the season following their respective surgeries, do the 49ers have enough offensive depth to sustain their hot start as the Miami Dolphins visit Levi's Stadium in Week 2?
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(0:00) De’Zhaun Stribling undergoes ankle surgery, out 10 weeks
(3:00) Jake Tonges has season-ending knee surgery
(8:00) Kaelon Black earns rare confidence from coaches as rookie
(10:00) How 49ers intend to cover Stribling’s role
(15:00) 49ers' offense impresses in Week 1
(20:00) 49ers' defense was even more impressive
(30:00) Looking ahead to home opener vs. Dolphins
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17 September 2026, 12:57 am - 38 minutes 22 secondsWho steps up for 49ers after De'Zhaun Stribling's injury?
“49ers Talk” co-hosts Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan recap San Francisco’s Week 1 win over the Los Angeles Rams and highlight key performances before looking ahead to the team's Week 2 matchup against the Miami Dolphins.
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(2:05) How Rams weren’t physically prepared for Week 1
(4:21) Breaking down NFC West standings after Week 1
(7:20) De’Zhaun Stribling out at least one month with ankle injury
(9:00) How 49ers receivers fared vs. Rams without Stribling
(13:48) Kaelon Black produces strong Week 1 performance
(19:35) What starting two rookies vs. Rams means for 49ers
(23:02) Why 49ers' offensive line is strength this season
(33:31) Looking ahead to Week 2 vs. Dolphins
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14 September 2026, 1:00 pm - 36 minutes 51 seconds49ers' preparation pays off with season-opening rout of Rams in Australia
The 49ers and Rams couldn't have taken more opposite approaches to their historical matchup in Melbourne, and the final result showed in San Francisco's lopsided 27-7 win. On this episode of "49ers Talk," Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down how San Francisco's elite preparation, attention to detail and execution overwhelmed a heavily favored Los Angeles team to make history in the NFL’s first regular-season game down under and start the season off on the right foot.
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(0:00) 49ers' dominant performance unexpected but welcomed
(5:00) 49ers players widely praised organizational approach to game, 'buy-in' made difference
(8:00) Myles Garrett's impact was non-existent
(9:00) Game was coaching masterclass from Shanahan, Morris
(10:00) Breaking down 49ers' defensive performance
(12:00) How Warner, Greenlaw energized defense
(18:00) Breaking down 49ers' offensive performance
(20:00) Rookie RB Kaelon Black helped CMC have second-half burst
(25:00) Injury updates on De'Zhaun Stribling, Jake Tonges
(30:00 How Australia won Shanahan over
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11 September 2026, 6:54 am - 34 minutes 10 secondsDo Melbourne travel plans give 49ers edge over Rams in Week 1 showdown?
“49ers Talk” co-hosts Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan preview San Francisco’s Week 1 game against the Los Angeles Rams on Thursday in Melbourne, Australia, and discuss the teams’ different approaches to international travel. Then, Matt sits down with coach Kyle Shanahan to break down key matchups in their NFC West division rivalry game. Also, former 49ers great Ricky Watters joins Matt in Melbourne to discuss San Francisco's international brand appeal.
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(1:33) Key takeaways from 49ers’ week in Melbourne, Australia
(7:37) Did 49ers or Rams have better travel strategy?
(12:44) Latest roster, injury updates ahead of 49ers-Rams
(16:13) Kyle Shanahan explains 49ers’ approach to Melbourne travel plans
(18:01) Shanahan details keys to success for offense vs. Rams’ defense
(18:34) Shanahan shares what veteran Mike Evans brings to 49ers
(20:09) Shanahan thrilled to have Deebo Samuel back with 49ers
(28:03) Ricky Watters discusses 49ers' international brand appeal
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9 September 2026, 10:00 pm - 41 minutes 19 secondsLatest on Kittle, Bosa and 49ers' D-line from Australia, plus George Kittle exclusive
The 49ers departed early for Melbourne, Australia, last week in a strategic move to acclimate to the massive time shift. They endured a 16-hour, 7,855-mile flight across the Pacific Ocean and have settled into the routine of a regular game week. Monday (Melbourne time) was their first practice at AAMI Park. On "49ers Talk," Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss the 49ers' long journey, as they also made the trek down under, and how San Francisco is adapting to its new surroundings ahead of the first-ever NFL regular-season game in Australia. Later, star tight end George Kittle opens up about how impactful coach Kyle Shanahan has been on his career, what he expects from a 'confident' Brock Purdy this season, as well as what joining the 49ers' 10-year wall means to him.
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(0:00) 49ers acclimating to Melbourne, Australia
(12:00) All 49ers players that travelled were spotted on the field but Bosa
(22:00) 49ers name their team captains
(26:00) George Kittle Exclusive Interview
(43:00) Mike Evans sees a budding star in ‘low-maintenance’ rookie De'Zhaun Stribling
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7 September 2026, 8:20 am - 45 minutes 24 seconds49ers get major boost with Kittle, Bosa return; plus Brock Purdy exclusive
The San Francisco 49ers held their final practice Wednesday in Santa Clara ahead of their international flight that evening to Melbourne, Australia. For the first time all offseason, star defensive end Nick Bosa and tight end George Kittle were present and fully participating together. On "49ers Talk," Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss how the pair of veteran superstars can navigate the long journey down under with a clean bill of health. Later, quarterback Brock Purdy opens up to Matt about his maturation as a leader, a family-man, and his excitement for the upcoming season.
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(0:00) Last 49ers practice in Santa Clara before departing for Australia
(2:00) Nick Bosa and George Kittle return to full practice
(6:00) Keys to adjusting to the time change: a custom flight plan for every player
(10:00) 49ers current health situation
(20:00) Brock Purdy exclusive 1-on-1 interview
(36:00) Breaking down Brock Purdy's NFL impact since being drafted as Mr. Irrelevant
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3 September 2026, 12:51 am - 40 minutes 2 secondsInstant analysis of 49ers' initial 53-man roster
It's roster cutdown day, and the San Francisco 49ers had to make some tough decisions as they whittled their squad down from 90 to 53 players. On this episode of "49ers Talk," Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan provide in-depth analysis of the 49ers' initial 53-man roster and what these decisions mean for the upcoming season.
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(0:00) Initial 53-man roster takeaways
(5:00) Injured/Reserve candidates
(15:00) Breaking down offensive roster construction
(25:00) Breaking down defensive roster construction
(35:00) Big-picture roster discussion
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31 August 2026, 2:50 am - 47 minutes 16 seconds49ers' preseason-finale win paves way for difficult roster decisions
The 49ers wrapped up their preseason with a 18-12 touchdown-less win over the Las Vegas Raiders Thursday at Allegiant Stadium. Next up is the difficult task of finalizing the 53-man roster by Sunday afternoon. On "49ers Talk,' Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss which position-group competitions remain and any late risers who could challenge for a roster spot with injuries undoubtedly playing a major role in final decisions.
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(2:00) Kyle Shanahan/John Lynch have big roster decisions ahead
(6:00) Biggest camp competition remains at left guard
(9:00) With Dominick Puni still in concussion protocol will he even travel to Australia?
(17:00) The race to be CMC’s backup is wide-open between Kaelon Black, Jordan James
(37:00) Welcome Kylen Mills as the new host of 49ers Pre/Postgame shows on NBC Sports Bay Area
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