How 49ers’ defense can adapt without Hargrave, bounce back vs. Patriots

The San Francisco 49ers and Philadelphia Eagles renew their fiery rivalry on Sunday, and the storylines center around which Eagles offense will show up in the playoffs, can Brock Purdy recapture the form that carried San Francisco into the postseason, and will the 49ers' depleted defense band together in time for an afternoon kickoff in Philadelphia? "49ers Talk" host Matt Maiocco is joined by NBC Sports Philadelphia's 'Eagle Eye,' hosts Dave Zangaro and Reuben Frank for a discussion about what will shape-up as a fiercely contested NFC wild-card clash. The trio talk 49ers-Eagles rivaled history, injury reports, pessimism emanating from both camps and make predictions.--(1:00) Can injury-ravaged 49ers bandage themselves enough to beat Eagles?(2:00) Can Purdy put 49ers on his back and carry an offense?(3:00) Fans still view 49ers-Eagles as fierce rivalry(5:00) Contrasting team storylines, position group breakdowns(7:00) Discussing two coaches at top of their game in playoff atmosphere(9:00) Discussing the Eagles' underperforming offense(10:00) How the 49ers injuries, particularly at linebacker, will shape this game(13:00) Why Bryce Huff, who returns to Philly, never fit with Eagles(19:00) Are Eagles' expectation Super Bowl-or-bust this season?(21:00) Can Philly flip the switch for the playoffs?(23:00) Maiocco, Frank make predictions Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

8 Tammi 30min

The NFL's Wild Card Weekend was set Sunday after the conclusion of Week 18, pitting the 49ers against familiar foes in the Eagles with an enticing opening-round matchup. On this episode of "49ers Talk," co-hosts Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss the storylines surrounding this playoff contest, from the hostile environment in Philly to their load-management approach to the postseason, and Brock Purdy's season-ending injury in the 2023 NFC Championship Game. Will the 49ers' Week 18 loss to the Seahawks serve as their wake-up call? And, can they get healthy enough in time to step up to that challenge with an eye on redemption against the Eagles?--(0:00) Redemption game for Brock Purdy, 49ers(3:00) Possible inclement weather game in Philly(5:00) Eagles prioritized resting starters in Week 18 over seeking No. 2 seed(12:00) Questions surround 49ers' bruised LB corps entering playoffs(14:00) Pressure on Bryce Huff, D-line to step up vs. Philly(20:30) Why rest vs. rust debate comes into play for defending champion Eagles(24:00) Can Week 18 loss serve as a 49ers wake-up call in win-or-go-home scenario? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

5 Tammi 33min

The highly anticipated winner-take-all Week 18 between the 49ers and Seahawks didn't quite live up to the hype. Seattle's defense stifled San Francisco's offense, as the Seahawks pulled out a 13-3 win to secure the NFC West title and the conference's No. 1 seed, while the 49ers now have a more difficult postseason path on the road. On this episode of "49ers Talk," co-hosts Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss how the Seahawks thoroughly outplayed the 49ers from their potent rushing attack to their unrelenting pressure on the defensive line. Matt and Jennifer also discuss some silver-linings as the 49ers hit the road for the NFL playoffs and how some scenarios are more favorable than others.--(0:00) Week 18 regular-season finale didn’t live up to the hype(1:30) Recalling last time 49ers scored three points or fewer(6:00) Purdy pressured by Seattle’s D-line all night(7:30) 49ers looked slow and for good reason, playing third game in 13 days(11:00) Missed tackles were a huge issue for the 49ers in loss(16:00) Greg Papa, the voice of the 49ers, returns to radio booth(18:00) 49ers now must make improbable run during playoffs(20:00) Looking ahead to 49ers' possible first-round playoff opponents(25:00) 49ers' don't have much margin for error, but goal still attainable Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

4 Tammi 34min

“49ers Talk” hosts Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss San Francisco’s rivalry with the Seahawks and provide the latest injury updates before Matt speaks with general manager John Lynch on the importance of the team's Week 18 game. Also, offensive lineman Colton McKivitz joins Matt to share why home field advantage is so important in the postseason.--(1:32) Maiocco, JLC look back on the 49ers’ rivalry with the Seahawks(14:55) Lynch discusses importance of 49ers’ Week 18 matchup vs. the Seahawks(16:54) Lynch shares how Robert Saleh has empowered San Francisco's young defense(20:10) Lynch breaks down challenges facing Seattle’s offense(22:17) Lynch discusses how 49ers’ offense has been clicking all season(40:52) McKivitz laments missing his goal to make Pro Bowl this season(49:12) McKivitz shares what he has learned playing alongside Trent Williams(56:01) McKivitz discusses experience working with Brock Purdy and Christian McCaffrey Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

2 Tammi 1h

With a number of limited or nonparticipants in the 49ers' first practice of the week, depth players once again will need to step up and fill their role. What's also familiar is San Francisco's opponent in the regular-season finale on Saturday at Levi's Stadium: Sam Darnold and the Seattle Seahawks. On this episode of "49ers Talk," co-hosts Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss how clutch San Francisco's depth has been this season, especially in prime-time games. Also, they detail the many playoff permutations that will swirl following Week 18's results, along with just how much defensive coordinator Robert Saleh trusts his players and if Deommodore Lenoir will get a chance to shadow one of the league's best receivers Saturday in Jaxon Smith-Njigba.--(2:00) 49ers face familiar foe in regular-season finale(4:00) Why 49ers' clutch gene in prime-time games plays to their advantage(8:00) Injury updates, which backups have been impressive this season(12:00) Playoff implications based on Week 18 results(18:00) Discussing Robert Saleh's trust in defense(21:00) Will Lenoir be asked to shadow JSN? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

31 Joulu 202539min

On this episode of "49ers Talk," co-hosts Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss the electric atmosphere at Levi's Stadium on Sunday and how San Francisco has proven all season that this iteration of the team is built for prime-time games. Also, the duo discusses how good of a job coach Kyle Shanahan and 49ers GM John Lynch have done keeping the team's competitive window open, as well as how a unique roster and season is capturing the hearts of the 49ers Faithful.--(1:00) SNF was an electric atmosphere between 49ers, Bears(6:00) Why this 49ers team is made for prime time(9:00) 49ers continue trend of backups stepping up in Week 17(14:00) How Kyle Shanahan can make real push for NFL Coach of the Year(18:00) As CMC’s game goes, so go the 49ers(22:00) Why first-round bye is pivotal to 49ers' health(37:00) What makes this 49ers team unique? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

29 Joulu 202548min

“49ers Talk” host Matt Maiocco provides the latest injury updates before speaking with general manager John Lynch about San Francisco's Week 17 matchup vs. the Chicago Bears. Also, NBC Sports' Cris Collinsworth joins Matt to discuss how Kyle Shanahan has done one of the best coaching efforts he's ever seen.--(1:54) Maiocco details NFC Playoff picture ahead of 49ers-Bears(7:20) Lynch shares what part of Brock Purdy’s 2025 season has caught his eye(9:14) Lynch discusses what made 49ers’ running game click vs. Colts(15:14) Lynch discusses how Kyle Shanahan’s leadership ability has evolved over the years(20:31) Lynch looks ahead to what 49ers’ roster could look like in 2026 and shares how his staff is preparing for that(31:22) Maiocco, Collinsworth discuss 49ers-Bears matchup(31:52) Collinsworth amazed with the coaching job Shanahan has done this injury-plagued season(35:15) Collinsworth discusses 49ers’ young defensive players stepping up in Fred Warner and Nick Bosa’s absence Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

27 Joulu 202542min

“49ers Talk” hosts Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan preview San Francisco's Week 17 matchup against the Chicago Bears and discuss this week’s Pro Bowl selections before JLC is joined by "Sunday Night Football in America" host and former NFL head coach Tony Dungy to break down key matchups in 49ers-Bears and reflect on the Niners' improbable run to the playoffs this season.--(2:27) Maiocco shares how the 49ers are preparing for the Bears on a short week(8:35) Maiocco, JLC break down current NFC playoff picture(11:28) Maiocco, JLC discuss 49ers’ Pro Bowl selections(24:07) Maiocco talks on 49ers’ encouraging injury news for Ricky Pearsall, George Kittle(29:20) Maiocco, JLC discuss Brock Purdy’s NFC Player of the Week selection after Colts’ game(37:53) Dungy talks on how Christian McCaffrey, 49ers’ offense will attack the Bears’ defense(41:26) Dungy predicts how 49ers-Bears will play out(47:07) Dungy discusses John Lynch’s leadership abilities as GM Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

25 Joulu 202550min