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2026
Gold Diggers: Jimmy G.'s horrid deep passing + ...
Michelle Magdziuk and Rob "Stats" Guerrera react to a tweet about Jimmy Garoppolo's terrible deep passing and Michelle ranks the top ten fantasy QBs for 2022. Michelle is one show away from eating mayo (1:30) Jimmy G. was very bad in one key area last year that will improve with Lance (5:28) The meanest thing Michelle has ever said to Stats (13:08) Top Ten Fantasy QBs of 2022 #10 - Dak Prescott (16:05) #9 - Tom Brady (19:04) #8 - Joe Burrow (21:34) #7 - Lamar Jackson (24:42) #6 - Trey Lance (27:34) #5 - Patrick Mahomes (31:33) #4 - Kyler Murray (33:53) #3 - Justin Herbert (36:57) #2 - Jalen Hurts (40:35) #1 - Josh Allen (43:11) Where does Matt Stafford fall on the list? (44:58) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
52 min
2027
Gold Standard: Take It or Leave It performance ...
Rob "Stats" Guerrera is back from vacation and he and Levin Black lay out their take-it-or-leave-it numbers for Trey Lance, Deebo Samuel, Brandon Aiyuk, George Kittle, and more! What the hell is the idea for today's show? (4:48) Trey Lance touchdowns in 2022: 31 (5:34) Would you take 3,500 passing yards this year for Lance? (10:16) How much will a healthy finger improve Trey's passing? (13:30) How confident are you that Trey can start at least 16 games? (18:23) Would you sign for 12 interceptions thrown by Lance? (20:13) What are reasonable expectations for Deebo this year? (24:18) How much will Jennings' role increase in 2022? (28:05) Does Deebo reach 10 total TDs this year? (30:29) Is this the season Brandon Aiyuk breaks out? (33:06) How much does Kittle's receiving total change with Trey under center? (34:44) Yards by the 49ers' leading rusher this year: 900 (41:42) Why Stats wouldn't sign for 17 Nick Bosa sacks right now (47:23) Can the defense repeat their top ten performance in points allowed this year? (50:01) Can Charvarius Ward do something no 49ers CB has done in a decade? (57:52) Would you sign for 10 wins right now? (1:04:53) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
74 min
2028
Why doesn't Zach Wilson get that Trey Lance sha...
Rob "Stats" Guerrera sits down with Evan Roberts of WFAN in New York to discuss why people don't question Zach Wilson the way they question Trey Lance? How long does it take to decide if a QB can play? (1:05) What is the biggest takeaway from Wilson's rookie year? (4:36) Are Jets fan optimistic or pessimistic about Wilson's future? (6:24) Evan's issues with Robert Saleh (8:54) Is Robert Saleh on the hot seat this year? (10:52) What's his reaction to Trey Lance from outside the 49ers bubble (12:06) Would you trade Wilson for Trey Lance straight up? (13:38) Did you think Deebo Samuel was going to be a Jet (17:20) Would you rather have Mac Jones than Lance or Wilson? (22:48) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
26 min
2029
Is Kyle Shanahan a top 10 coach with PFF's Kevi...
Rob "Stats" Guerrera sits down with Pro Football Focus's Kevin Cole to discuss why Cole doesn't have Kyle Shanahan in his top ten NFL head coaches. - Why isn't Shanahan a top 10 coach? (1:00) - Kyle Shanahan the coach is better than Kyle Shanahan the GM (2:55) - Why Kevin says Jimmy G. isn't as bad as we think (6:21) - Jimmy's strength isn't affected by Kyle Shanahan (8:28) - Why do almost all players like Kyle? (11:21) - Will Shanahan get more aggressive on 4th down with Trey Lance? (13:20) - Are we sure the 49ers actually want to be a run-first team? (17:20) - What would Shanahan have to do to change Kevin's mind (21:08) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
25 min
2030
Oscar Aparicio of the Better Rivals Podcast joi...
Rob "Stats" Guerrera sits down with Oscar Aparicio of the Better Rivals podcast to discuss the 2022 49ers. Our paths were destined to cross at some point (1:00) How to learn Xs and Os (4:31) Did he ever hesitate to criticize a player? (6:38) Why can't we tell if Jaquiski Tartt is any good? (10:41) Can Talanoa Hufanga be a starting safety? (12:33) What is DeMeco Ryans' plan of attack in year two? (15:29) The biggest difference between Robert Saleh and DeMeco Ryans (18:04) Does Trey Lance have any problems that can't get better with reps? (19:29) What does Lance have to do to be a successful QB this year? (22:42) Is Brandon Aiyuk going to break out this year? (24:08) How will the offense be different under Trey Lance? (26:42) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
31 min
2031
The Shanaplan: Jimmy G. to the Seahawks? + 2022...
Kyle Posey and Akash Anavarathan discuss the possibility that Seattle might be the only Jimmy landing spot left, and the weird report about Trey Lance's spirals looking so much better. Plus, the guys hand out their 2022 superlatives. Baker Mayfield could be going to the Panthers (1:24) Which team will Garoppolo be on in August? (3:35) Are we buying the report about Trey Lance's throws being "tighter"? (6:04) George Kittle tells Kevin Hart he wants two bye weeks (9:00) 2022 Superlatives Most underrated 49er? (12:11) Best player on the team (18:54) Key new addition (23:20) Surprise (26:53) Who will take a leap this year? (30:50) Who is in a prove-it year? (35:55) US Open predictions (41:02) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
44 min
2032
49ers in Five: NFL execs say Lance will struggl...
ESPN.com polled NFL execs to rank the 2nd year quarterbacks - and they put Trey Lance in second to last! What the hell is going on? Plus, Richard Sherman gets a new job. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
7 min
2033
Oh Hey There! Introducing Jason Aponte + Is Dee...
Leo Luna and new co-host Jason Aponte give you their big takeaways from mandatory minicamp. Who is Jason Aponte? (:41) Thanks to Javi Vega for everything (3:01) What does Trey Lance sticking around this week mean? (5:37) Isn't it refreshing to see a QB put in extra work? (12:24) Why Deebo may have shown up for minicamp - beyond avoiding fines (14:13) No Love: Who is not getting talked about enough? (26:18) Parallels between the Golden State Warriors and the 49ers (34:30) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
39 min
2034
49ers in Five: Will Trey Lance make another lea...
NBC Bay Area's report about Trey Lance staying for more practice has us wondering: Will he make another giant leap forward like last year? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
7 min
2035
49ers in Five: Three teams wanted Frank Gore la...
Frank Gore's career is officially over, but he could have made a return to the NFL last season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
6 min
2036
Gold Diggers: Why Trey Lance is a top 10 fantas...
Michelle Magdziuk and Rob "Stats" Guerrera discuss Kyle Shanahan's standing among head coaches and where Trey Lance will be as a fantasy QB in 2022. Michelle backs out of mayo bet this week (:36) PFF's ridiculous list of the top ten coaches (7:24) Michelle's top 10 head coaches (12:54) What if Trey Lance is as good as all the 49ers are saying? (23:56) Why Michelle is convinced Trey Lance will be a top ten fantasy QB (25:38) Michelle's predictions for players that will have a career year in 2022 (27:39) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
35 min
2037
49ers in Five: Is Kyle Shanahan a top 10 coach ...
Kevin Cole of Pro Football Focus says Kyle Shanahan isn't one of the ten best coaches in the NFL. I disagree. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
9 min
2038
Gold Standard: Does Cooper Kupp's deal make Dee...
Rob "Stats" Guerrera and Levin Black give you the hot takes and the cold truth about everything happening with the 49ers. Cooper Kupp gets the bag... does that affect Deebo's deal? (4:04) Is Jimmy Garoppolo still being on the team holding up Deebo's deal? (9:36) Nick Bosa's hilarious response when asked about his contract (13:09) An encouraging comment about Drake Jackson (19:06) Why Stats is totally on board with young 49ers getting mentored (22:40) The Trey Lance narrative has completely flipped (24:48) Where Rob worries about Trey's throwing motion (27:11) Trent Williams thinks Aaron Banks is ready for a big jump (35:05) One Trey Lance take that must be retired by people (40:41) A bold prediction about Sean McVay's Rams tenure (42:16) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
50 min
2039
49ers in Five: Nick Bosa not worried about cont...
Nick Bosa hit the podium and gave us updates on contract talks with the team and his early evaluation of top draft pick Drake Jackson. Plus, add DeMeco Ryans to the list of people praising Trey Lance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
6 min
2040
The Shanaplan: Is Shanahan sending a message to...
Kyle Posey and Akash Anavarathan react to what was said on Tuesday and try and rate the depth of the 49ers by looking at 14 key questions. Kyle Shanahan attends Warriors game... does he ever change clothes? (2:010 How much do OTAs/minicamp practices matter? (4:16) The Dee Ford era will be over soon (5:45) Danny Gray is already hurt - should we be worried about a speedster with a hamstring injury? (7:58) Shanahan praises Jennings - was he sending a message to the other WRs? (14:31) 14 questions to figure out how deep your team is (19:31) Is Nate Sudfeld a capable backup? (20:21) Who is the 49ers' swing tackle? (22:45) Is there a RB2 capable of having a 100 yard game? (25:53) Is Ross Dwelley good enough as a TE2? (28:07) Is there a backup WR that can be effective as a starter if someone goes down? (29:29) Do the 49ers have a situational pass rushing specialist? (31:03) Is there a rotational defensive tackle capable of filling in a starter? (32:02) Who is the 49ers' nickel defensive back? (33:18) Which DB will be the dime corner? (35:26) Is there a backup safety that can start in a pinch? (36:59) Do we have confidence in Ray-Ray McCloud as a returner that can contribute? (38:28) Who is the special teams LB that can start on the inside in a pinch? (39:48) Would you continue to root for the 49ers if you knew they'd never win another Super Bowl? (40:39) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
45 min
2041
49ers in Five: Trey Lance is being mentored by ...
Kyle Shanahan, Trey Lance, and Trent Williams all spoke yesterday at mandatory minicamp. Hear the most interesting quotes about Trey's relationship with Steve Young, why he isn't overhauling his throwing motion, and why Trent thinks Aaron Banks is ready to make a big jump in year two. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
9 min
2042
Oh, Hey There! Deebo & Bosa are in the building...
Javier Vega and Leo Luna discuss the latest news from mandatory minicamp, including the status of extensions with Deebo Samuel and Nick Bosa. Deebo Samuel is attending minicamp, what does that mean for his long term status (3:43) How does Aaron Donald's contract extension impact Nick Bosa? (10:13) When should the 49ers pay Bosa, now or later? (16:49) Will Jimmy Garoppolo set foot in the 49ers' facility again? (19:23) Did the 49ers treat Jimmy well? (25:03) Why the offensive line might not be an issue for SF (32:26) How Frank Gore did something for Leo he'll never forget (43:03) Gore's retirement marks the end of an great 49ers era (46:17) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
53 min
2043
49ers in Five: Jimmy Garoppolo excused from man...
The 49ers moved minicamp up a week (for some reason). Jimmy Garoppolo was excused, and that's good for everyone involved. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
6 min
2044
49ers in Five: When did John Lynch turn down Am...
When did 49ers GM John Lynch know he wasn't going to return to TV? He told the story over the weekend. Plus, there's one long-term futures bet you can make on a 49er right now that could win you a nice chunk of change. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
8 min
2045
Gold Diggers: Frank Gore retires + Who the hell...
Michelle Magdziuk and Rob "Stats" Guerrera react to the retirements of Frank Gore and Alex Mack, and wonder if John Lynch gave us a clue about Deebo's long term future with the 49ers this week. Frank Gore retires with the Niners and will be beloved forever (6:56) Why Gore will walk into the Pro Football Hall of Fame (9:50) Alex Mack says goodbye, do the Niners now have a problem at center? (11:50) The top free agent option to replace Alex Mack (18:25) Why John Lynch gave Stats agita about Deebo (20:19) How Daniel Brunskill may just have Aaron Donald's number (30:12) Proof Stats is the most unathletic person of all-time (32:12) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
41 min
2046
49ers in Five: Frank Gore and Alex Mack retire
The legend Frank Gore finally hangs it up, and Alex Mack walks away, too, but not before helping the team one final time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
6 min
2047
Gold Standard: Which 3 games would you guarante...
Rob "Stats" Guerrera and Levin Black give you the hot takes and cold truth about everything happening with the 49ers. Levin is already salty back from vacation (:20) How Levin's vacation was almost ruined by bikers (4:16) If you could guarantee 3 wins this year, which games would you pick? (9:18) The one easy game that could turn into a must-win (12:34) Does beating Russell Wilson matter anymore? (16:45) How much does beating the Raiders matter to 49ers fans? (17:20) How embarrassing would it be to lose to Justin Fields Week 1? (19:57) Do the 49ers need to win 4 of their first 6 games? (22:36) One way the schedule works in Trey Lance's favor (23:18) Are the 49ers built to withstand injuries this year? (26:06) Do the 49ers need an upgrade at backup QB? (27:45) One weird fact about 49ers history and the backup QB (28:59) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
32 min
2048
49ers in Five: Coaches and players agree, Trey ...
Coaches and teammates all have good things to say about the 49ers quarterback of the future in the second week of OTAs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
8 min
2049
The Shanaplan: Can the 49ers go on a Warriors-l...
Kyle Posey and Rob "Stats" Guerrera look at two big topics: First, which year was more flukey: 2019 or 2020? Then, can the 49ers have a period of sustained success like the Warriors are on right now? Which season was the fluke: 2019 or 2020? (:52) Why last year's season changes our view of 2019 and 2020 (7:49) Can the 49ers go on a run like the Warriors? (11:48) How often do teams make 6 of 8 conference title games? (15:30) What would Shanahan's legacy be if the 49ers could pull that off? (16:52) How good would Trey Lance have to be to get to 6 of 8 title games? (19:00) Chris Simms ranks Jimmy Garoppolo as the 20th best QB (23:31) The 49ers have two things you need to dominate a conference for a half-decade (24:53) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
37 min
2050
49ers in Five: Chris Simms says Jimmy Garoppolo...
Chris Simms put Jimmy Garoppolo 11 spots ahead of Trey Lance on his Top 40 Quarterback Countdown, but he also explained why he would absolutely start Trey from day one this year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
9 min