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Stats & Eggs Ep. 5 - Nick Bosa on facing Trent ...
On today's episode, why Kyle Shanahan liked the fights that broke out in practice, Nick Bosa on facing Trent Williams, and the Dante Pettis redemption tour continues. Everything you need to know about practice yesterday in less than five minutes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
6 min
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Gold Standard Ep. 2 - Is Brandon Aiyuk better t...
Rob "Stats" Guerrera and Levin Black wonder if Kyle Shanahan is trying to lower the expectations for Jimmy Garoppolo this coming season, plus, Levin thinks Brandon Aiyuk could be better than Deebo Samuel already. Finally, what unit worries you more: wide receivers or the offensive line? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
33 min
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Stats & Eggs Ep. 4 - More new players added, Ki...
Today's update includes four new additions to the team, George Kittle comparing contract talks to orthodontia, and Javon Kinlaw criticizing his own play early in training camp. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
6 min
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The Shanaplan Ep. 1 - Who can the 49ers count o...
In the first episode of the podcast, Kyle Posey and Akash Anavarathan discuss Jimmy Garoppolo's improved deep ball, and the need for Dante Pettis to step up after injuries to the receivers. Plus, with so many guys coming back from injury, Kyle and Akash debate which players the team can count on over the long haul this year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
48 min
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Stats & Eggs Ep. 3 - Dante Pettis tries to save...
Everything you need to know about the 49ers in about five minutes. This episode features a comeback by Dante Pettis, Jimmy Garoppolo's comfort level going into his second full season as a starter, and Robert Saleh on the open competition opposite Richard Sherman at corner. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
6 min
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The 415 Podcast Ep. 1 - What do the 49ers do no...
Niner Nate Nelson reacts to the torn ACL of wide receiver Jalen Hurd. How will the team respond with three receivers out for a big chunk of time? Is it fair to expect more out of George Kittle with other weapons going down, and can the team sustain these losses with a softer schedule early in the year? How big is the loss of Jalen Hurd? Can the team ask more out of George Kittle since receivers have gone down? Possible additions to the wide receiver corps How the team's first three opponents allow for a slow start Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
34 min
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Stats & Eggs Ep. 2 - Jalen Hurd done for the ye...
Your daily update on everything going on with the 49ers in about five minutes. Today's episode features Kyle Shanahan's reaction to Jalen Hurd being lost for the year, Dee Ford returning to from, and Nick Bosa getting a taste of humble pie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
7 min
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The John Lund Show, Ep. 1 - Five players to wat...
KNBR's John Lund gives you his five players to watch as the team holds their first padded practice on Monday. John also offers his training camp philosophies honed by years covering football teams, and lets you hear from Kyle Shanahan, Jerrick McKinnon, Trent Taylor, and more! Five players to watch in training camp Why George Kittle's deal works for both sides The players the 49ers will look to extend now that Kittle's deal is signed Jalen Hurd and other injury updates from training camp Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
41 min
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Stats & Eggs Ep. 1 - McKinnon and Aiyuk impress...
Your daily update featuring everything going on with the 49ers in about five minutes. Who is standing out in training camp so far? Important injury updates you need to know, and one training camp matchup that could make Nick Bosa even better than last year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
7 min
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George Kittle and 49ers agree to 5 year, $75 mi...
Rob "Stats" Guerrera reacts to the news that 49ers fans have waited all offseason to hear. How did each side make out in the deal, and what does the contract say about the 49ers organization as whole? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
13 min
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Gold Standard Ep. 1 - Kittle and 49ers still mo...
New Niners Nation hosts Rob "Stats” Guerrera and Levin Black react to the latest report about the glacial contract talks between George Kittle and the team, debate whether the 49ers can survive being "the hunted" team this year, and Levin crushes Rob's dreams of Javon Kinlaw dominating from day one. 2:57 - Are the 49ers to blame for not getting a deal done with Kittle? 11:53 - Why the 49ers are built to handle COVID better than other teams 14:34 - Is this the year Jerrick McKinnon finally fulfills all the potential the team thinks he has? 18:47 - Levin slows down the Javon Kinlaw hype train 26:56 - With college football's future uncertain, could the 49ers be more aggressive trading away draft picks during the year? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
32 min
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Niners, Explained Ep. 17: Where do things stand...
Kyle Posey and 49ers Webzone Podcast host Rob Guerrera discuss the status of the George Kittle contract talks, John Lynch's new deal, whether the Niners got outbid for Jamal Adams, and more! :41 - Reacting to Mike Silver's report of a "significant philosophical disconnect" between Kittle and the 49ers 8:47 - John Lynch's contract gets extended through 2024 12:40 - Which 49ers wide receivers will step up in 2020? 20:44 - Did the NFL Top 100 list do right by the 49ers? 36:55 - Why didn't the team trade for Jamal Adams? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
46 min
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Better Rivals: We've moved!
If you're not getting the newest episodes of Better Rivals and you want to, you may need to resubscribe as the show has moved. Listen to this short explainer from Oscar so you can make sure you get the best 49ers podcasts from both them and us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Better Rivals Ep. 331: Is trading for Jamal Ada...
On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, it’s time for an offseason mailbag! Is trading for Jamal Adams a good idea? Does Raheem Mostert have any leverage? And is there any chance Mike McGlinchey could ultimately see the same fate as DeForest Buckner? All that, plus Trent Taylor’s place in a crowded WR room, our player picks for a fight to the death, and an important pod announcement.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
46 min
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Better Rivals Ep. 330: Rewatching the 49ers-Jet...
On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, Rewatch Month rumbles along with a look back at the 1998 season opener against the New York Jets. How does this game hold up over 20 years later? How did Zack Bronson end up playing such a prominent role in the game’s outcome? And how did Garrison Hearst’s iconic 96-yard touchdown run in overtime come together? All that, plus star-studded lineups on both offenses, Steve Young’s performance, and random thoughts from the broadcast.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
63 min
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Better Rivals Ep. 329: Ian Williams takes a loo...
On this week;s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, Ian Williams (former defensive tackle for the 49ers) takes a look back at a few plays from the 49ers 2014 week 6 win over the St. Louis Rams. What was the 2014 mood after the devastating end of 2013? What was it like playing for Fangio? How much did the veteran DL decide on a play by play basis? All that plus clipping a formation, a lightning round, and Nick Foles vs Austin Davis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
39 min
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Better Rivals Ep. 328: Rewatching the 49ers-Gia...
On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, our rewatch series continues with a look back at the 49ers’ epic comeback win over the Giants in the 2002 Wild Card game. How did the 49ers end up in such a big hole to begin with? Who was the player driving their offense throughout the game? And how did the wild final minutes of the game unfold? All that, plus the aftermath of this game for the 49ers as a franchise and other random thoughts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
65 min
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Better Rivals Ep. 327: Rewatching the 49ers-Sai...
On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, we’re hopping in the wayback machine and rewatching the 2011 NFC Divisional Round game against the Saints. Why was this such an emotional game for both sides? What about the Saints approach was slowing down San Francisco’s offense for most of this game? What stood out most from the 49ers performance in this game that we didn’t remember?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
61 min
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Better Rivals Ep. 326: How much is too much for...
On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, we open up the mailbag and answer all your quarantine questions. What do we hope the 49ers learn from 2019? Which young players need to break out for the 49ers to be Super Bowl contenders again in 2020? And which player from the 2012 team would make the biggest impact on the 2019 team (and vice versa)? All that, plus mocking the Rams new uniforms, schedule thoughts, and how rich is too rich for George Kittle.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
53 min
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Better Rivals Ep. 325: Losing a legend, gaining...
On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, the NFL Draft is officially in the books and it’s the end of an era in San Francisco. Will we see Joe Staley enshrined in Canton one day? How important was the Trent Williams trade for their ability to contend in 2020? And were there any day three picks that caught our eye? All that, plus Patreon scouting reports, notes from Shanahan’s post-draft interview with Tim Kawakami, and one SPARQ’d up UDFA.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
56 min
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Niners, Explained Ep. 16: Kudos, John Lynch (wi...
Former All-Pro CB Eric Davis joins Kyle as the two recap the 49ers draft. Why the 49ers drafted Kinlaw, and what his impact will be How Lynch "stuck to the script" by building through the trenches It's okay to trade up for a player if it's "your guy" Shanahan's comparison to Brandon Aiyuk What the rest of the receiver room looks like now Is Trent Williams an upgrade over Staley? Breida/Goodwin trades Was it wise to ignore drafting a secondary player? Much, much more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
63 min
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Better Rivals Ep. 324: Big takeaways from the 4...
On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, it’s a first round recap! San Francisco entered the day with two selections and made two selections, but a pair of trades meant those picks came at different spots. What were the primary takeaways from the 49ers’ first round? What did we learn about Lynchahan’s approach to roster building? And, perhaps most importantly, did the 49ers draft good players with their picks?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
34 min
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Niners Explained Ep. 15: Ted Nguyen on the 49er...
Kyle is joined by The Athletic's Ted Nguyen to break down the San Francisco 49ers' biggest team needs leading up to the draft. After narrowing down what direction the Niners should head in, the two also discuss: -If the 49ers should be locked in at receiver with the 13th pick -Does it make sense to trade back and add picks in 2021? -Which teams can trade ahead of San Francisco -Which receivers best fit the 49ers? -Peter King's mock draft -The top-five receivers in the draft - Kwon Alexander, Dee Ford, and Jaquiski Tartt reportedly on the trading block Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
31 min
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Better Rivals Ep. 323: The Ringer’s Danny Kelly...
On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, The Ringer’s Danny Kelly joins us to talk NFL Draft. What is the best-case scenario for the 49ers at No. 13? Who are the best fits if they look to find a DeForest Buckner replacement? And which players fit the profile San Francisco prefers at cornerback either late in the first round or on day two? All that, plus Danny’s favorite scouting terms, the players he most wants to see coached by Shanahan, and his draft crush.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
38 min
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Better Rivals Ep. 322: Finding Staley’s replace...
On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, our draft preview series continues with a look at the top offensive tackles in the 2020 draft class. Where should OT rank on the list of priorities for the 49ers in this draft? Which players are worth selecting with the 13th pick? And which players are we not buying the hype on as an early first-round prospect? All that, plus uniform shade, thoughts on the NFL’s All-Decade Team, and WE LAUNCHED A PATREON! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
58 min