Your go-to source for all things San Francisco 49ers podcasts. We'll have long-form shows, 49ers in Five, daily updates, shorts and more! A member of the Fans First Sports Network.
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
2302
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
2303
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
2304
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
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
2306
Better Rivals Ep. 321: Best fits for the 49ers ...
On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, we kick off our 2020 draft preview by diving in to a historically good WR class. What do the 49ers look for at the wide receiver position? Who are the best options for the 49ers if they take a WR with the 13th overall pick? And if they choose to wait, who are the best fits later in the first round? All that, plus what we would do if we were the 49ers, ketchup on coffee, and some April Fools fun.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
60 min
2307
Better Rivals Ep. 320: Mailbag with a Side of L...
On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, we break open the mailbag to answer your most pressing offseason questions. Are the 49ers setup for long-term success or have they gone all-in on a short-term run? How would we approach San Francisco’s two first round picks? And do we see a shake-up coming in the NFC West next season? All that, plus late free agency moves, quarantine updates, and a special (return) guest.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
68 min
2308
Better Rivals Ep. 319: (Almost) Keeping the Ban...
On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, the new league year has arrived and the 49ers have been busy! What has been the team’s strategy for this offseason? Which move stands out as a clear exception to that strategy? And what do we expect to see from the 49ers over the rest of the offseason?
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
53 min
2309
Scarlet Jimmies Ep. 14: Reactions to Armstead's...
This week, Kyle welcomes newcomer Jas to recap the first day of free agency for the 49ers. What was supposed to be a quiet day turned out to be the opposite.
Why the 49ers signed Armstead
It wasn't a decision between Armstead and Buckner
The business/personal side of trading Buckner
Replacements for DeFo at defensive tackle
Grading both deals
Versatility the 49ers now have both financially and in the NFL Draft
Austin Hooper, Phillip Dorsett
DeAndre Hopkins in the NFC West
What's next for the 49ers?
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
25 min
2310
Better Rivals Ep. 318: Free Agency Ain’t Free
On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, it's time to preview free agency period that should be much different than years past. How will the 49ers need to adjust their approach? Which positions need to be at the top of San Francisco's wish list? And which positions should they keep an eye on only if a bargain should fall into their lap?
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
61 min
2311
Better Rivals Ep. 317: State of the 49ers roste...
On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, we break out our roster model to take a look at the current state of the 49ers roster as we approach the new league year. How do we go about grouping players into tiers and what do those tiers represent? Which players do we feel like are the core pieces that the 49ers roster is built around? And which positions could use a bit of love this offseason? All that, plus which tier to put Jimmy in (and other players we disagreed on), why McGlinchey fell, and which pending free agents we’d bring back.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Scarlet Jimmies is back! Kyle Posey and Cam Mellor talk about the wide receivers in the draft. From the big names to sleepers. They break down the best wideouts who are deep threats, to the players that are best with the ball in their hands. They finish off with their top-five. If you're a fan of the NFL Draft, this podcast is for you.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
58 min
2313
Better Rivals Ep. 316: The upside of Jimmy Garo...
On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, Kevin Cole (Data Scientist for Pro Football Focus) joins to discuss what predictive statistics tell us about Jimmy Garoppolo’s future. What does a Garoppolo’s performance in 2019 tell us about his future career arc? Are there better options available? Is Jimmy’s age a concern? All that plus Ninja Turtles, cheeseburgers, and a Bayesian outlook on life.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
40 min
2314
Better Rivals Ep. 315: What went wrong for the ...
On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, we get cathartic and try to talk through it after the 49ers’ heartbreaking Super Bowl loss to the Chiefs. How did things go so well for the first three quarters? Where did it all start to fall apart? And what does this loss mean for the team going forward?
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
47 min
2315
SUPER BOWL LIV: Akshay Khanna
RJ Ochoa (Blogging the Boys) & Jeanna Thomas) sit down with GM of Sports at StubHub Akshay Khanna!
Powered by SBNation
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
11 min
2316
SUPER BOWL LIV: Dan Kitts
RJ Ochoa (Blogging the Boys) & Jeanna Thomas (The Falcoholic) are joined by Dan Kitts, the flyover pilot for the Super Bowl!
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
14 min
2317
SUPER BOWL LIV: Keith Ismael
RJ Ochoa (Blogging the Boys) & Jeanna Thomas (The Falcoholic) sit down with NFL draft prospect and lifelong 49ers fan Keith Ismael (center, San Diego State)!
Powered by SBNation
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
15 min
2318
Better Rivals BONUS: NextGen Stats with John Po...
John Pollard from Zebra technologies, the company behind NextGen Stats, joins to detail a a few numbers to watch ahead of Super Bowl LIV.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
22 min
2319
SUPER BOWL LIV: Cynthia Frelund
RJ Ochoa (Blogging the Boys), John Gennaro (SBNation) & Jeanna Thomas (The Falcoholic) sit down with NFL data science expert Cynthia Frelund to talk Super Bowl, analytics, college football, the draft and more!
Powered by SBNation
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
18 min
2320
SUPER BOWL LIV: Todd Fuhrman
RJ Ochoa (Blogging the Boys) & Jeanna Thomas (The Falcoholic) sit down with gambling expert Todd Fuhrman of the Bet the Board Pod to give advice on how to approach placing your bets on the Super Bowl and more!
Powered by SBNation
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
12 min
2321
SUPER BOWL LIV: Joe Theismann
RJ Ochoa (Blogging the Boys) and Jeanna Thomas (The Falcoholic) are joined by the legendary Joe Theismann to talk about the upcoming Super Bowl, his relationship with the big game, and more!
Powered by SBNation
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
14 min
2322
SB Nation Super Bowl LIV Roundtable - Day 2
Join RJ Ochoa (Blogging the Boys), Jeanna Thomas (The Falcoholic), Kyle Posey (Niners Nation), and Pete Sweeney (Arrowhead Pride) break down the Super Bowl in day 2 of their roundtable discussion!
Powered by SBNation
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
11 min
2323
SUPER BOWL LIV: Dr. Jen Welter
RJ Ochoa (Blogging the Boys) & Jeanna Thomas (The Falcoholic) sit down with Dr. Jen Welter, the first female NFL coach, to talk about everything from shoes to Madden to her time in the league and what she's up to now!
Powered by SBNation
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
16 min
2324
Better Rivals Ep. 314: Super Bowl Preview – The...
On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, it's a Super Bowl preview! Who are the Chefs? Will the 49ers offense be able to keep up and put points on the board? And what can the 49ers do defensively to have any hope of slowing down Mahomes & Co.? All that, plus some key stats, ideal game scripts, and a lightning round.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
64 min
2325
SB Nation Super Bowl LIV Roundtable - Day 1
Join RJ Ochoa (Blogging the Boys), Jeanna Thomas (The Falcoholic), Kyle Posey (Niners Nation), and Pete Sweeney (Arrowhead Pride) as they tackle the main storylines during Day 1 of the Super Bowl Radio Row!
Powered by SBNation
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices