Striking Gold: A 49ers Pod

Striking Gold is dedicated to covering the San Francisco 49ers. Rob Lowder of Blue Wire gives down-to-earth analysis of the five-time Super Bowl Champions.

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501
Redskins sign Reuben Foster
KJ dishes out his thoughts on the Redskins signing Reuben Foster including how Dan Snyder was probably more involved than you think and that the risk really isn't worth the rewards for Washington. KJ presents other 49ers topics including the matchup with Seattle, Nick Mullens and Solomon Thomas. Redskins reporter Craig Hoffman joins the pod. Listen to more podcasts like this: bluewirepods.com
34 min
502
Reuben Foster Disaster + Bucs Recap
KJ gives his thoughts on the 49ers cutting Reuben Foster: SF made a big mistake drafting him and there will be repercussions felt across the defense and entire franchise for the mistake. KJ also recaps the game, whether or not to go back to C.J. Beathard and why losing out really is SF's best outcome for the 2018 season.
26 min
503
Newsworthy 9ers Nuggets
KJ is joined by 49ers blogger Dylan DeSimone where the two discuss San Francisco's 2-8 record, John Lynch's trade attempt for Khalil Mack, Robert Saleh's uncertain future, George Kittle, Ahkello Witherspoon, Nick Mullens/C.J. Beathard, Solomon Thomas, Fred Warner, Reuben Foster, Mike McGlinchey the wide receivers and Jimmy Garoppolo Listen to more podcasts like this: bluewirepods.com
32 min
504
Evan Silva
KJ makes three main points: Kyle + John Lynch's toughest conversation is about the future of the defense, a potential name the 49ers could add to the front office to shake things up and the key stat of the season -36 point differential in 10 games. Roto World's Evan Silva joins KJ for a big picture discussion of the future in SF. Listen to more podcasts like this: bluewirepods.com
32 min
505
49ers loss to NYG probably good in the long run
KJ recaps the 49ers' 27-23 fourth quarter MNF loss to the Giants. KJ makes his points: What's the difference between 2-8 and 3-7? Nick Mullens experiment is going well, Breida and Kittle are mini stars, Richard Sherman has been a beast. The not-so bright spots: Ahkello Witherspoon, pass rush, end of game mangement. Follow KJ on Twitter: @Mr_KevinJones Listen to more podcasts like this: bluewirepods.com
25 min
506
Nick Mullens, Mike McGlinchey, SF WRs
KJ discusses what QB Nick Mullens did on film, why the wave he's brought to the team is important, why he's most likely getting at least three starts even if he bombs, Mike McGlinchey's success, how to get Dante Pettis snaps, Dekoda Watson and some stats that may surprise you about SF's O and D. Follow KJ on Twitter: @Mr_KevinJones Listen to more podcasts like this bluewirepods.com
29 min
507
Nick Mullens!
KJ recaps the 49ers 34-3 blowout win over the Raiders, Nick Mullen's special night, why he should be the starter for the foreseeable future, whether Kyle Shanahan paired down the playbook and if that should continue, plus lots of other anecdotes and clowning on the Raiders. Follow KJ on Twitter: @Mr_KevinJones Listen to more podcasts like this bluewirepods.com
24 min
508
Raiders-49ers Crossover with Ted Nguyen
KJ joined Ted Nguyen's Raiders Blue Wire Podcast, Coffee House Stunt. The two discuss the current turmoil in San Francisco and Oakland, whether it's better to win or tank, some matchups to watch on the field and what 2019 will bring for both of these franchises Follow KJ and Ted on Twitter: @Mr_Kevin Jones @FB_FilmAnalysis bluewirepods.com
14 min
509
Blame Game: Why are the 49ers the worst team in...
KJ reviews the 49ers latest loss to the Cardinals, dropping the team's record to 1-7. KJ's theories: SF shouldn't be this bad without Jimmy G, Kyle's teams have a reputation for not being finishers, C.J. Beathard looks like a Kyle draft mistake. KJ also organizes the roster into 7 drawers: First-Wave Failures, Misjudged Baalke Holdovers, Players We're Unsure Of, Core Pieces, Solid Baalke Holdovers, Solid Role Players. Follow KJ on Twitter: @Mr_KevinJones Listen to more sports podcasts like this bluewirepods.com
34 min
510
NFL Insider Adam Caplan
KJ is joined by Adam Caplan where the conversation ranges from San Francisco's flaws on defense, to Kyle and John Lynch's control over personnel, what happens the rest of 2018, and what will 2019 look like? Follow KJ on Twitter: @mr_kevinjones Listen to more sports podcasts like this bluewirepods.com
31 min
511
The 49ers are so terrible that the No. 1 pick i...
KJ delves into the latest 49ers loss, a 39-10 drubbing from the LA Rams. All the weak spots are analyzed: Turnovers, wide receivers, CJ Beathard, Jaquiski Tartt, the d-line, Reuben Foster's struggles. KJ now believes winning isn't worth it: SF should be going for the No. 1 overall pick
28 min
512
Trusting The Shanaplan
KJ dives into The Shanaplan: Building a high-powered offense predicated off the running game. Part of that plan is coming to fruition this season. KJ wonders why the 49ers aren't playing Solomon Thomas/Ahkello Witherspoon in a lost season and who is more to blame on defense: Robert Saleh or the personnel? Follow KJ on Twitter: @Mr_KevinJones Listen to more sports podcasts like this bluewirepods.com
27 min
513
49ers can't catch a break, lose to Packers on MNF
KJ recaps the 49ers 33-30 heartbreak loss to the Packers
27 min
514
Bright Spots & Weak Links
KJ is joined by USA Today Group's Rob Lowder to discuss a variety of 49ers topics: Kyle Shanahan, George Kittle, cornerback situation, C.J. Beathard's future, SF's defensive scheme and much more. Follow KJ on Twitter: @Mr_KevinJones Listen to more sports podcasts like this www.bluewirepods.com
30 min
515
Venting about the 1-4 SF 49ers
KJ gives out a harsh critique of the 49ers latest loss to the Arizona. KJ analyzes Kyle Shanahan and John Lynch, the flawed approach of focusing the roster on o-line, the injuries and whether or not the 49ers can turn it around this season. Follow KJ on Twitter: @mr_kevinjones Find more local sports podcasts like this bluewirepods.com
34 min
516
Handing Out 49ers Interim Report Cards
KJ assesses every single unit on the 49ers and gives them a letter grade based off of expectations. KJ also compares and contrasts the 49ers and Cardinals organizations, and while both teams are rebuilding, SF is in a much better place structurally than AZ. Follow KJ on Twitter: @Mr_KevinJones Listen to more local sports podcasts bluewirepods.com
37 min
517
CJ Beathard looks good, 49ers are flawed on def...
KJ breaks down SF's 29-27 loss to the LA Chargers including C.J. Beathard's performance, the encouraging parts of the game, the issues with the defense and some wrong personnel decisions coming to the forefront. Follow KJ on Twitter: @Mr_KevinJones Listen to other local sports podcasts like this www.bluewirepods.com
25 min
518
Better 49ers scenario: 3-13 or 7-9?
KJ analyzes what's next for the 49ers without Jimmy Garoppolo. The fan base is split: 3-13 for a better draft pick or 7-9 to overachieve and develop the roster some? KJ also points out flaws in SF's defensive scheme and why this is Kyle Shanahan's toughest coaching job yet. Follow KJ on Twitter: @Mr_KevinJones Listen to other local sports podcasts like this www.bluewirepods.com
25 min
519
Jimmy Garoppolo's knee injury
KJ delivers a somber podcast analyzing what comes next after the Jimmy Garoppolo injury for the rebuild, for Kyle + John Lynch, for C.J. Beathard and for the rest of this football team. Follow KJ on Twitter: @Mr_KevinJones Listen to more local sports podcasts like this BlueWirePods.com
32 min
520
49ers have adjustments to make vs. KC Chiefs
KJ previews 49ers-Chiefs. KC is a buzz-saw right now and this is one of the harder matchups on the schedule. Everything will have to go right for SF to have a chance. Watch for adjustments with Adrian Colbert and Kyle's play-calling. Follow KJ on Twitter: @Mr_KevinJones Listen to more local sports podcasts like this BlueWirePods.com
31 min
521
49ers beat the Lions, but have some issues on o...
KJ breaks down Jimmy Garoppolo, second cornerback, Kyle's play calling and why this little scare from the Lions might actually be a good thing for the 49ers locker room. Follow KJ on Twitter: @Mr_KevinJones Listen to more local sports podcasts like this BlueWirePods.com
34 min
522
The 49ers matchup well vs. Detroit and should win
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34 min
523
49ers Week 1 recap: Offense disappoints but don...
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23 min
524
Kyle's Game Plan to Beat the Vikings
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26 min
525
Jerick McKinnon Fallout, 53-Man Roster & Khalil...
34 min