49ers' reasons for concern heading into the 2021 NFL season
On the latest edition of 49ers Talk, Matt Maiocco and Laura Britt discuss the main reasons of concern for the 49ers heading into the 2021 NFL season, including if injuries will play a role for the second straight year, and if DeMeco Ryans will experience some growing pains as the new defensive coordinator. Plus, hear the second part of the interview with NFL historian John Turney, where he reveals his thoughts on Patrick Willis, Joe Staley and the upcoming NFL season. (1:37) NFL issues new COVID-19 guidelines (6:35) Will injuries play a factor in the 2021 season? (9:50) Can the 49ers improve their pass rush? (15:11) Should the fans worry about Ryans' first season? (26:40) How concerning is the WR position? (30:40) Turney on if Patrick Willis should be in Canton(36:41) Turney reveals his thoughts on Joe Staley’s HOF case (41:41) Turney examines the 49ers' chances in 2021
25 Jul 202152min
Fred Warner's contract extension and other reasons for 49ers optimism
Matt Maiocco and Laura Britt break down Fred Warner’s contract extension, the quarterback competition between Trey Lance and Jimmy Garoppolo and more reasons for optimism headed into the 2021 NFL season. Plus, NFL historian John Turney joins the show to discuss the Pro Football Hall of Fame and reveal his thoughts on some 49ers legends.(1:37) Warner agrees to five-year contract extension(7:05) How fortunate are the 49ers in keeping the roster together? (11:25) What is the immediate impact of Warner’s extension?(19:59) How much better will the 49ers' QB play be in 2021?(23:40) Will the 49ers' offensive line improve? (29:40) Is running back the 49ers' strongest position group? (34:41) Turney discusses his NFL research (42:41) Turney weighs in on Bryant Young’s HOF chances (47:58) Turney reveals if he thinks Roger Craig will make the HOF
22 Jul 202152min
Examining 49ers' offseason veteran additions and departures
On this edition of 49ers Talk, Matt Maiocco and Laura Britt break down if the 49ers should be concerned with the wide receiver position, if Raheem Mostert could end up on the trading block and if there is more pressure on Alex Mack or Samson Ebukam in 2021. (2:10) How will this season be different compared to 2020? (7:35) Important upcoming dates for the 49ers (13:25) Could Mostert end up being traded this season? (17:36) Should the 49ers be worried about the WR position? (27:40) Will Ebukam end up being the 49ers best offseason signing?(34:44) Are the 49ers set on the defensive line? (38:10) Do the 49ers have enough depth in the secondary?
19 Jul 202147min
Laura, Matt discuss the Richard Sherman situation
On this edition of 49ers Talk, Matt Maiocco and Laura Britt discuss the developing situation involving Richard Sherman.
15 Jul 202119min
Analyzing Trey Lance’s rookie season ceiling, Trey Sermon’s starting potential
Matt Maiocco and Laura Britt discuss if the 49ers can make a Super Bowl run with Trey Lance as the starting quarterback, the chances Trey Sermon can earn the starting running back role and where Jimmy Garoppolo stands in a ranking of the NFC West quarterbacks. (2:00) Discussing Shanahan’s comments on Stafford (10:07) Where does Garoppolo rank amongst NFC West quarterbacks? (17:08) Is Garoppolo better than Stafford? (23:36) Can the 49ers make a Super Bowl run with Lance at QB? (30:22) Will Sermon overtake Mostert as starting running back?
12 Jul 202134min
Breaking down Kyle Shanahan’s impact, Richard Sherman’s potential 49ers return
Matt Maiocco and Laura Britt discuss the impact Kyle Shanahan’s coaching has on his players, past and present, what the 49ers plan to do at the center position in the future, and the chances Richard Sherman returns to the 49ers next season.(6:00) What clues will hint at Lance being a strong starting candidate? (12:07) Are the chances of a Sherman return growing? (16:08) Who is the long-term answer at center? (21:36) How important has Shanahan been to Kittle’s growth?(26:02) 49ers announce new VP of Football Communications
8 Jul 202128min
49ers' most important offensive players in 2021
Matt Maiocco and Laura Britt break down the most important offensive players for the 49ers heading into the 2021 season, the impact George Kittle has on the field and if Jimmy Garoppolo or Trey Lance will be more pivotal to the offense this season.(4:00) 49ers receive penalties for offseason violations (13:42) Could Banks be a starter in 2021?(20:18) Will Mack fit in well with San Francisco? (26:36) Can the 49ers count on Samuel being his 2019 version? (30:27) Is Garoppolo or Lance more important to 49ers offense? (36:44) How important is Kittle's impact on the 49ers?
5 Jul 202146min
49ers legend Patrick Willis reflects on his career, shares advice to Fred Warner, Dre Greenlaw
New 49ers Hall of Fame inductee Patrick Willis joins 49ers Talk to reflect on his career, why San Francisco was the perfect landing spot in the draft and give words of advice to Fred Warner and Dre Greenlaw.(2:38) How important is Warner to the 49ers' defense? (8:20) 49ers announce return of throwback uniforms (13:18) Willis reflects back on his NFL career (21:36) Willis shares if he could have made the NFL as a running back (27:27) When did Willis know he was a great NFL player?(36:44) Willis shares some advice for Warner, Greenlaw (43:30) Looking back at the 49ers drafting Willis No. 11 overall
1 Jul 202151min
