49ers Talk: A San Francisco 49ers Podcast

On this episode of "49ers Talk," co-hosts Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss the electric atmosphere at Levi's Stadium on Sunday and how San Francisco has proven all season that this iteration of the team is built for prime-time games. Also, the duo discusses how good of a job coach Kyle Shanahan and 49ers GM John Lynch have done keeping the team's competitive window open, as well as how a unique roster and season is capturing the hearts of the 49ers Faithful.--(1:00) SNF was an electric atmosphere between 49ers, Bears(6:00) Why this 49ers team is made for prime time(9:00) 49ers continue trend of backups stepping up in Week 17(14:00) How Kyle Shanahan can make real push for NFL Coach of the Year(18:00) As CMC’s game goes, so go the 49ers(22:00) Why first-round bye is pivotal to 49ers' health(37:00) What makes this 49ers team unique? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

“49ers Talk” host Matt Maiocco provides the latest injury updates before speaking with general manager John Lynch about San Francisco's Week 17 matchup vs. the Chicago Bears. Also, NBC Sports' Cris Collinsworth joins Matt to discuss how Kyle Shanahan has done one of the best coaching efforts he's ever seen.--(1:54) Maiocco details NFC Playoff picture ahead of 49ers-Bears(7:20) Lynch shares what part of Brock Purdy’s 2025 season has caught his eye(9:14) Lynch discusses what made 49ers’ running game click vs. Colts(15:14) Lynch discusses how Kyle Shanahan’s leadership ability has evolved over the years(20:31) Lynch looks ahead to what 49ers’ roster could look like in 2026 and shares how his staff is preparing for that(31:22) Maiocco, Collinsworth discuss 49ers-Bears matchup(31:52) Collinsworth amazed with the coaching job Shanahan has done this injury-plagued season(35:15) Collinsworth discusses 49ers’ young defensive players stepping up in Fred Warner and Nick Bosa’s absence Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

“49ers Talk” hosts Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan preview San Francisco's Week 17 matchup against the Chicago Bears and discuss this week’s Pro Bowl selections before JLC is joined by "Sunday Night Football in America" host and former NFL head coach Tony Dungy to break down key matchups in 49ers-Bears and reflect on the Niners' improbable run to the playoffs this season.--(2:27) Maiocco shares how the 49ers are preparing for the Bears on a short week(8:35) Maiocco, JLC break down current NFC playoff picture(11:28) Maiocco, JLC discuss 49ers’ Pro Bowl selections(24:07) Maiocco talks on 49ers’ encouraging injury news for Ricky Pearsall, George Kittle(29:20) Maiocco, JLC discuss Brock Purdy’s NFC Player of the Week selection after Colts’ game(37:53) Dungy talks on how Christian McCaffrey, 49ers’ offense will attack the Bears’ defense(41:26) Dungy predicts how 49ers-Bears will play out(47:07) Dungy discusses John Lynch’s leadership abilities as GM Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this episode of "49ers Talk," co-hosts Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down the statement San Francisco made against the Colts in prime-time. Also, as the league results aligned in Week 16 in the 49ers' favor, Matt and Jennifer discuss how difficult the final two regular season games against the NFC's top two teams will be. The 49ers will attempt to rally behind their high-octane offense and ride the momentum to the No.1 seed.--(1:00) 49ers' MNF win concludes impactful Week 16(3:00) 49ers' run defense stepped up against Jonathan Taylor(4:30) Philip Rivers had 49ers guessing in first half(15:00) Breaking down how Kyle Shanahan is handling this season(18:00) Can 49ers' defense match their Super Bowl-caliber offense?(20:00) 49ers' locker room believes, but knows the team can improve(23:00) 49ers' final two games against playoff teams will be true test(28:00) 49ers have a ton of momentum heading into final two games Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

“49ers Talk” host Matt Maiocco provides the latest injury updates before speaking with coach Kyle Shanahan about San Francisco's Week 16 matchup vs. the Indianapolis Colts. Also, Greg Papa joins Matt to discuss how the Los Angeles Rams’ Week 16 loss to the Seattle Seahawks opens the door for the 49ers to capture the NFC West and the NFC's No.1 playoff seed.--(1:47) Matt provides latest injury updates(6:29) Kyle Shanahan shares why he’s not worried 49ers control their own destiny(7:55) Shanahan shares his admiration for Colts QB Phillip Rivers(11:14) Shanahan discusses Brock Purdy playing with swagger of late(23:06) Shanahan believes stopping the Colts’ run game will be key for 49ers(26:18) Greg Papa shares encouraging health update on cancer battle(29:00) Papa discusses how Rams’ loss to Seahawks opens door for 49ers to capture No.1 seed(31:17) Matt, Papa debate what 49ers need to improve upon during final stretch(42:23) Matt, Papa discuss why 49ers should not underestimate Rivers Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.