Kyle and Rich are back to preview the 49er's upcoming playoff game against the Vikings. The guys discuss the impact of Kwon Alexander's return, where and how much he'll play. From there, they turn to the Vikings and talk about how much of a threat Minnesota poses. They dive into the matchups and how each team will attack each other and end off with a score prediction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, we recap yet another nail-biting victory for the 49ers as they clinched the NFC West crown and top seed in the playoffs. Who fueled the offensive performance the 49ers need to come away with the win? What changed defensively from the first matchup with Seattle? And what were the key moments in that fateful final drive that allowed San Francisco to pull it out? All that, plus George Kittle’s historic season, a quick glimpse at a season-long change on defense, and early thoughts on playoff scenarios.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, it’s the 12th Win Wednesday (or Monday) of the season after another thrilling 49ers victory. What was the Rams plan on offense and why was it effective? How did the 49ers adjust defensively? And how did San Francisco’s passing game come up big late to get them the win? All that, plus Matt Breida goes snapless, we find the limits of Daniel Brunskill, and previewing the biggest game of the season.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kyle and Rich are back with another episode of Scarlett Jimmies as they recap the 49ers 34-31 win over the Rams. In this episode, they fielded a series of questions, from what happened to Matt Breida's playing time to should the defense bench Ahkello Witherspoon. The two also discuss the magnitude of Week 17, and what it means for the franchise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, data scientist and host of the PFF Forecast George Chahouri joins to discuss Kyle Shanahan’s decision making after the let down against Atlanta. What holds Kyle back as a play caller? And is the defense ultimately to blame for the loss? Then Joe McAtee from Turf Show Times joins to discuss whether the Rams will play spoiler to first-seed hopes.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, we bask in the glory of a thrilling 49ers win in New Orleans. How was this win different from any other we’ve seen this season? What allowed the offense to click as well as it did? And where did things break down defensively? All that, plus Goodwin's future, Kittle’s historic season, and previewing the Falcons.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

An offensive explosion by the 49ers and Saints in the game of the year Recapping a wild one in New Orleans. Kyle and Rich start by poking fun at the Seahawks. From there, the two talk about the defensive lapses by the Niners, and how much of it was a surprise. That's followed by the outstanding day from the 49ers offense and how impressive Shanahan was on the day. Here's how the rest of the podcast shaped up: Questionable calls Turning points of the game Has Tevin Coleman been phased out of the offense? Injuries Plays of the game Importance of the bye Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, David returns to break down the little things that cost the 49ers their second tough game of the season. How did the 49ers defend the zone read? Were the end of the halves really mis-managed? And did we learn anything new about the 49ers after this game? All that, plus Seth Galina returns to preview the Saints, playoff seeding, and choice routes.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

No, the sky isn’t falling. If anything, the 20-17 loss to the Ravens should give you more faith in San Francisco. Kyle welcomes back Rich Madrid start out with the obvious: the coaching blunders. Here’s how the podcast goes: Coaching errors to end each half Penalties Mostert’s career day How the defense did against Lamar How Garoppolo fared against the blitz, and did his turnover cost the 49ers the game? Saleh’s second-half adjustments Fourth downs The turning point of the game Player of the game Go Vikings! Quick thoughts on next week’s matchup against the Saints Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, Rich Madrid joins to revel in an absolute steamrolling of the Packers on Sunday night. Which players are emerging as playmakers on offense? Who played better: Ahkello Witherspoon or Emmanuel Moseley? And will the 49ers defense be able to slow down perhaps the best overall team in Baltimore? All that, plus Fred Warner’s career day, the return of the Tampa 2, and 3 safety looks.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, Rich Madrid from Niners Nation joins to discuss another thriller against Arizona. Why was the Cardinals plan so effective? Do Garoppolo’s interceptions define him? And how did Shanahan dig the offense out in the second half? All that, plus defending the zone read, is Aaron Rodgers still good?, and a whole lot of Mesh.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this Cardinals post-game edition of Scarlet Jimmies, Kyle welcomes Balake Murphy from Revenge of the birds to recap a thrilling win. Discussion points: Refs/Penalties Jimmy G/Kyler Why a comeback isn’t always a good thing Shanahan’s in-game adjustments One play that changed the game Positional battle that one the game Player of the game Prediction to end the season Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, Thomas Frank Carr from Pro Football Focus joins to examine a pivotal game where the 49ers offense repeatedly came up short. How good is this defense? How is Garoppolo putting the ball in harms way? And will the 49ers right the ship against Arizona? All that, plus a Neumann-infused run down, aggression checks, and men made of Deloreans.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, the 49ers break from the script for a win over the Cardinals on Thursday Night Football. What was different about this win compared to the others? Where did the Cardinals find success against a pass defense that had been lights out? And how was Jimmy Garoppolo able to pick up the slack? All that, plus what Emmanuel Sanders does for San Francisco’s passing game, the ups and downs of the injury roller coaster, and previewing an important divisional match-up against the Seahawks.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The 49ers improved to 8-0 after holding off the Cardinals 28-25. Blake Murphy of Revenge of the Birds is the special guest where he joins Kyle Posey to discuss: One play that changed the game Four stats that won the 49ers the game Two positional battles that made a difference One coaching decision we agreed/disagreed with MVP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, former NFL corner Eric Crocker joins to discuss the dismantling of the Carolina Panthers. And former tight end Ed Smith joins to preview the Thursday night game against Arizona. How did the 49ers tear through a good defense? Is it time to worry about Jimmy Garoppolo? And will the improved Cardinals present much resistance in the desert? All that plus a nod to the Wing-T, E-Man the He-Man, and all the keys.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kyle is joined by Billy Marshall from Cat Scratch Reader to discuss the 49ers dismantling of the Panthers. Here's how the conversation goes: 49ers fast start Interceptions by both quarterbacks Shanahan's genius The Panthers being over-aggressive on defense Nick Bosa defensive player of the year? How to use Tevin Coleman 101 The difference in how each team handled adversity 4 stats Player of the game Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On the 300th episode of the Better Rivals podcast, David returns to discuss the Emmanuel Sanders trade. Denton Day of the Pig Pen podcast returns to review how the 49ers were forced into Washington’s strength. And Billy Marshall from Cat Scratch Reader previews one of the 49ers toughest tests of the season. All that plus squirrels, Toledo, and debunking Kyle Allen.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals Podcast, Oscar welcomes quarterback’s coach and Joe Burrow lover Seth Galina to discuss the 49ers defensive dominance of the Rams. Why were the Rams so successful on their first drive? How did the 49ers adjust? And should you be worried about a mediocre offensive performance? All that plus a spin on spotlight players, Jalen Ramsey the Ram, and Denton Day of the Pig Pen podcast to preview the week 7 soon-to-be win versus the Redskins. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The 49ers are 5-0. This team isn’t squeaking by their opponents. They’re burying them. The final score was 20-7, but it sure felt like it lead was more than that. Rich joins Kyle in the latest episode of Scarlet Jimmies, where the discussion starts out talking about the Rams opening drive, and figuring what adjustments did the 49ers make from there. Here is how the rest of the podcast went: -When will the Rams realize Jared Goff isn’t the answer? -Dante Pettis and his key catches -The second-level players on the 49ers defense -George Kittle: Good at football -Shanahan coaching circles around Wade Phillips Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, it's the fourth straight Win Wednesday to start a season for the first time since 1990! How did the run game and a dominant defensive effort fuel a blowout win over the Browns? What can the 49ers do to overcome the losses of Mike McGlinchey and Kyle Juszczyk? And will the Rams be the team that finally forces the 49ers out of the favorable game script they've enjoyed for the first month? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this bonus episode of Scarlet Jimmies, Kyle interviews 49ers great Jerry Rice. They discuss the strong opening to the season, the biggest difference in the game today, and Jerry's love of Jimmy Garoppolo.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, Brian Peacock of the Locked on 49ers podcast joins Oscar to preview the Monday night showdown against the dangerous Cleveland Browns. Can the 49ers secondary overcome their depth issues? How will the 49ers stop the RPO? And will Myles Garrett kill Jimmy Garoppolo? All that plus wide receiver utilization, punter overreactions, and a bar fight.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, Oscar welcomes Jeff Deeny, an analyst at Pro Football Focus and a fellow 49ers fan, to break down the 49ers third straight win to open the season. How exactly did the defense stone wall the Steelers? Was this Jimmy Garoppolo’s best game as a 49er? And does this hot start change the season’s outlook? All that, plus Witherspoon’s injury, punter updates, and BMW’s in the backfield. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How would you describe that game? A beautiful disaster? I think so. Rich and Kyle recap the San Francisco 49ers win over the Steelers and talk about who is the player of the game. One thing you are going to hear a lot about is "the 49ers played a backup quarterback and that's why they won." You know who else did? The Seahawks. How did that work out? We discuss how the Steelers offensive line is very good, and how the Niners defensive line had their way all game. The pressure numbers will be fun to see. Rich said that Nick Bosa was in the backfield every other play. It sure felt like it. They also discuss Jimmy Garoppolo's game, and how he played so much better than the box score indicates. His feel and poise in the pocket on Sunday were as good as it gets. They also talk about how the wide receivers need to be more consistent if the 49ers offense is going to take the next step. They can't wait to see how Kyle Shanahan plans on using Jalen Hurd. 3-0 headed into the bye week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices