49ers Talk: A San Francisco 49ers Podcast

In a season marked by setbacks and adversity, the 49ers rose to the occasion in spectacular fashion. President of football operations/general manager John Lynch and coach Kyle Shanahan echoed those sentiments in their end-of-season press conference Wednesday, touching on player health, offseason roster construction and the team's season-long resilience. On this episode of "49ers Talk," co-hosts Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan look back San Francisco's unexpected run and break down some of the most memorable moments, including their picks for the 49ers' best game, most outstanding play and team MVP. Later, the duo look ahead to its promising young roster, how the 49ers' brass will add to it this offseason and how some of the team's injured stars recovery timetables shape up for next season.
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(0:00) Divisional playoff loss bittersweet end to successful season
(2:00) Shanahan proud that 49ers never lost two games in a row this season
(4:00) 49ers were successful in many ways despite off-script season
(8:00) Maiocco, JLC pick 49ers 'bests' of the season
(21:00) 49ers' searching for fifth defensive coordinator in five years
(30:00) Who will replace Robert Saleh as DC?
(33:00) Lynch declares Brandon Aiyuk has played last game as 49er
(35:00) Will the 49ers re-sign Jauan Jennings?
(37:00) 49ers not turning 'blind eye' to electrical substation injury theory
(38:00) Recovery timetables for San Francisco's injured stars

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The 49ers endured a brutal start to their NFC divisional-round matchup against the Seahawks on Saturday at Lumen Field, a kickoff return for a touchdown on the first play. Even in a season with a touch of destiny, a comeback wasn't in the cards for San Francisco in Seattle's 41-6 rout. On this episode of "49ers Talk," co-hosts Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss how San Francisco held its heads high in defeat and how the team can use this season as a springboard for success next season. The duo also breaks down quarterback Brock Purdy's season and how the mutual investment he and the 49ers organization made in each other can benefit through his prime. Finally, Matt and Jennifer provide an early look at the 49ers' pending free agents, the biggest of which might just be defensive coordinator Robert Saleh.
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(1:00) 49ers play catch up from start vs. Seahawks
(3:00) 49ers didn’t look heartbroken; Did they process loss sooner than final score?
(5:00) The 49ers' fan base allowed themselves to dream big after win vs. Eagles
(11:00) How can the 49ers use this season as a springboard for success?
(18:00) Reviewing Brock Purdy’s season, his future as 49ers QB
(23:00) Looking ahead to NFL free agency
(30:00) Is Robert Saleh the 49ers' biggest potential free agent?
(31:00) Discussing Shanahan's possible succession plan for Saleh

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“49ers Talk” hosts Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan preview San Francisco’s playoff matchup against the Seattle Seahawks. Matt also speaks with Greg Papa to break down key matchups for the pivotal NFC Divisional Round clash and discuss how playing Seattle Week 18 could be an advantage for San Francisco.
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(1:53) Matt, JLC preview 49ers-Seahawks NFC Divisional Round game
(6:32) Matt shares his five 49ers players to watch on Saturday
(12:52) Maiocco, Papa discuss how playing Seahawks Week 18 could be an advantage for 49ers
(15:09) Papa discusses 49ers fielding a different team going into divisional round
(23:50) Papa shares Seahawks' biggest advantages on offense and what adjustments 49ers will need to make
(33:25) Papa breaks down how Seattle’s defense was designed to counter San Francisco's offense
(38:40) Matt, JLC discuss possibility of Greg Papa returning to broadcast booth and Fred Warner to the field should the 49ers win
(39:54) Matt details Robert Saleh’s candidacy for several head coaching jobs around the league

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When 49ers rookie cornerback Upton Stout was selected in the third round of the 2025 NFL draft, his first phone call with the organization went viral. He showed a charisma and passion in that first interaction that has carried over onto the field. Stout will start at nickel Saturday vs. the Seahawks in the NFC divisional round of the NFL playoffs, a far cry from the hills of Western Kentucky where he started making a name for himself. On this episode of "49ers Talk," Matt Maiocco sits down with the determined rookie to reflect on what motivates him to be successful, his biggest adjustment since becoming a professional and what a return of Fred Warner would mean to this team and special season. Matt also joins co-host Jennifer Lee Chan to discuss the news that Fred Warner was officially ruled out for Saturday's playoff game, as well as injury updates on WR Ricky Pearsall's status and other limited players. The duo discuss the impact Warner's presence at practice has had on the team this week, and how Seahawks QB (and former 49ers backup) Sam Darnold's lack of success in big games will follow him throughout his career unless he can turn it around; an apparent oblique injury won't help that cause.
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(0:00) Discussion around Fred Warner being ruled out for the divisional round of the NFL playoffs
(4:00) Even though he’s not going to play, he’s going to travel with the team to Seattle -- why Warner being there will positively affect the team
(8:00) How Pearsall looks on the practice field, if he plays he won’t be 100%, not until his PCL is more healed
(10:00) The 49ers are the biggest underdog (+7) of all the divisional playoff games this weekend, they like being in this position
(15:00) Upton Stout Interview
(20:00) What gave Stout confidence to compete at this level, what did he learn at Western Kentucky to help him achieve that
(23:00) How Stout has been quieting doubters his whole career, motivated to earn respect of the league
(36:00) Sam Darnold’s lack of past success in the playoffs will follow him throughout his career unless he starts winning in big games

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Two bitter rivals will play each other for a third time this season when the 49ers and Seahawks clash on Saturday at Lumen Field in the NFC divisional round. With the season series split at one win apiece, its anyone's game to impose their will. On this episode of "49ers Talk," co-hosts Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss the storylines surrounding this storied rivalry and what San Francisco must do to compete with such a formidable opponent in Seattle. The duo details what linebacker Fred Warner's return to practice means to the team, and provides injury updates with a close eye on receiver Ricky Pearsall, who also returned in limited fashion. Matt then sits down with Jauan Jennings' high school coach, Philip Shadowens, to learn what makes the wideout such a unique and enigmatic talent that has endeared himself to the 49ers Faithful.
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(0:00) How Fred Warner has looked in practice with window officially open
(5:00) Defense, offense already feeding off energy Warner brings to practice field
(8:00) 49ers injury updates on Ricky Pearsall, Ji'Ayir Brown
(10:00) Discussing 49ers' unsung playoff heroes
(21:00) Philip Shadowens interview
(28:00) Shadowens details Jennings' fearless playing style
(30:00) Why Jennings thrives in clutch moments
(33:00) Jennings, Kyle Shanahan share mutual respect with shared toughness
(35:00) Breaking down Brock Purdy's success playing in Seattle
(38:00) What is key to 49ers' offensive success vs. Seahawks?

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