49ers Talk: A San Francisco 49ers Podcast

49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan was back on the sidelines this weekend, coaching in the Fanatics Flag Football Classic held at BMO Stadium in Los Angeles. The event served as a showcase for flag football's inclusion in the 2028 Summer Olympics Games. Following the showcase, NBC Sports Bay Area's Jennifer Lee Chan got an exclusive 1-on-1 interview with Shanahan to discuss his participation in the exhibition and most importantly his views on San Francisco's offseason business since the beginning of the new league year. Matt Maiocco then joins Jennifer to break down flag football, Shanahan's comments and where the 49ers stand roster-wise a month out from the 2026 NFL Draft. Later, former Panthers linebacker, Luke Kuechly shares his insights on former teammate and current 49ers RB Christian McCaffrey and former opponent in new 49ers WR Mike Evans.

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(1:00) Reaction to the Fanatics Flag Football Classic

(2:00) Showcase bringing awareness to flag football; which will included in 2028 Summer Olympics

(13:45) Shanahan on Mike Evans joining the 49ers

(14:45) Shanahan on how special Dre Greenlaw’s return is

(15:30) Shanahan on the latest with the Trent Williams contract negotiations

(17:00) Taking Inventory of 49ers Offseason Activity

(22:00) The potential Joey Bosa still joins Nick

(34:00) Curious Jauan Jennings is still unsigned

(40:00) Luke Kuechly on former teammate CMC, opponent Mike Evans

 

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The 49ers are not exercising left tackle Trent Williams' option bonus, per recent reports. All public-facing signs from San Francisco have signaled eventually coming to a reworked deal, but so far this offseason, those efforts haven't come to fruition. On this episode of 49ers Talk, Matt Maiocco breaks down what declining Trent Williams' option bonus means and how it affects their negotiations with their star offensive lineman moving forward. Later, Jennifer Lee Chan catches up with 49ers fullback Kyle Juszczyk from the Fanatics Flag Football Classic, where he joins other NFL stars and coach Kyle Shanahan at the same stadium that will host the event for the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles.

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(1:00) 49ers decline Trent Williams' option bonus

(2:00) Breaking down how declining option affects 49ers' cap

(10:00) Roster placeholders, draft prospects that could fill LT now and in the future

(17:00) 49ers get much-needed leadership at WR group

(20:00) 2026 Fanatics Flag Football Classic

(30:00) Kyle Juszczyk interview

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The 49ers didn't flash the most money in NFL free agency, but they certainly have been one of the more active teams. On this episode of "49ers Talk," co-hosts Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss how Mike Evans and Christian Kirk's addition into San Francisco's new-look wide-receivers room will impact the offense, especially Brock Purdy and Christian McCaffrey. The duo then touch upon Jauan Jennings' quiet market so far, new left-footed punter in Corliss Waitman, and the very realistic possibility that Joey Bosa could join his brother Nick on a defensive line in desperate need of another EDGE.

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(1:00) Free agency in full swing

(5:00) Free-agent moves geared toward winning now

(8:00) What Kirk brings to 49ers' offense

(12:00) Breaking down 49ers' new-look WR room

(16:00) Jauan Jennings news has been quiet

(22:00) 49ers add veteran punter Corliss Waitman

(27:00) Could Joey Bosa join brother Nick on 49ers' D-line?

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San Francisco brought a familiar face back to their locker room Thursday in a move to bolster their linebacking corps, with fan-favorite Dre Greenlaw reuniting with his close friend and teammate Fred Warner on the 49ers' defense. On this episode of "49ers Talk," co-hosts Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss why Greenlaw's return after one season in Denver makes sense and what kind of impact he'll have. The duo also discuss the trade for defensive tackle Osa Odighizuwa and how he fills a much-needed interior presence on San Francisco's struggling D-line. Matt and Jennifer also recap Mike Evans' first press conference with the Bay Area media and how he knew San Francisco was the right destination for him.

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(1:00) 49ers agree to terms with Dre Greenlaw

(7:00) Bryce Huff announces his retirement

(11:00) Reacting to trade for DT Osa Odighizuwa

(15:00) Mike Evans talks with the local Bay Area media for the first time

(23:00) Where the 49ers stand with Brandon Aiyuk

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The 49ers hit on critical roster targets early in free agency this week, acquiring one of the most consistent and productive receivers in the league in Mike Evans. They also beefed up their offensive line depth in free agency, traded for Cowboys defensive tackle Osa Odighizuwa, locked-in talented tight end Jake Tonges and secured the long-term services of kicker Eddy Piñeiro. On this episode of "49ers Talk," co-hosts Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss how the Evans addition immediately improves San Francisco's wide-receiver room, as well as where Brandon Aiyuk and Mac Jones will end the offseason. With a few intriguing names still on the market, Matt and Jennifer mull over bringing back former 49ers players Deebo Samuel or Dre Greenlaw, and if uniting the Bosa brothers is in the cards.

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(1:00) Reaction to 49ers agreeing to contract with Mike Evans

(4:00) Why Evans immediately upgrades WR room

(9:00) 49ers expected to release Brandon Aiyuk

(16:00) Update on Trent Williams contract negotiations

(31:00) Is Mac Jones destined to stay a 49er this season?

(38:00) Three names still on the market that have ties to the 49ers

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