49 Karats Podcast: a 49ers podcast

The 49ers are now 6-3 after a much-needed win over the New York Giants… but it came at a cost. With rookie EDGE Mykel Williams now out for the season, San Francisco did not make any moves at the trade deadline. Steph and Weston discuss!

The 49ers have been busy adding help to their defensive front — but reports suggest they’re still not done. With the NFL trade deadline approaching, San Francisco is reportedly exploring even more defensive line reinforcements to strengthen their pass rush after losing key players to injury. Steph is joined by Wayne to discuss that plus looking ahead at the injury outlook and matchup for the week....

The 49ers’ rough Week 8 loss to the Houston Texans still stings — but it’s time to regroup, assess the damage, and find something positive to build on. Steph is joined by Weston for a therapy-style Monday episode for the Faithful — let’s talk through it together.

The 49ers just put together one of their worst games of the season — a sleepy, sloppy performance in an early body-clock kickoff that led to a shocking loss to the Houston Texans. The defense gave up 26 points to a Texans offense missing two starting receivers, while the offense never found its rhythm.

It’s a matchup full of storylines — Kyle Shanahan vs his former defensive coordinator, DeMeco Ryans. The 49ers head into Week 8 looking to keep momentum going, but Houston brings one of the toughest, fastest defenses in the NFL. Steph is joined by Kyle Posey to discuss the most important matchups that might decide this game.

Despite being without some of their biggest names, several 49ers players stepped up in huge ways and helped San Francisco keep its momentum rolling. Steph and Weston celebrate the win, highlight key performances, and nominate this week’s 49K Player of the Week! Plus, we’ll talk about what this game tells us about the character of this team and how they can keep pushing forward through adversity.

The 49ers just proved how deep and resilient this team really is. Despite missing several key starters, San Francisco found a way to beat the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday Night Football — thanks to a handful of unsung heroes stepping up under the bright lights. Steph gives her instant reaction on the emotional win.

The San Francisco 49ers head into Sunday Night Football dealing with major injury setbacks and a hot Atlanta Falcons team. Steph and Dezi will go through the key injuries, and key matchups that will shape this game.

As trade talks around the league heat up, Steph and Wayne look at the most plausible options for the 49ers based on fit and what Kyle Shanahan and John Lynch are saying 👀 Plus, we discuss Tatum Bethune and his large, new role, and the latest injury updates.

It’s been a tough week for the San Francisco 49ers. Losing Fred Warner is a massive blow on its own. But now, rumors and tension are brewing inside the WR room, adding another layer to the adversity this team faces. Steph and Weston dive into what's being said of the 49ers WRs and the fallout of Warner’s devastating injury, and what it means for the team on and off the field. We'll look to...

After a gut-wrenching Week 6 loss to the Buccaneers, linebacker Fred Warner goes down with a major injury that will sideline him for the rest of the season. This isn’t just a setback — it’s a seismic shift for a 49ers defense that’s already been fighting through adversity.

It’s a heavyweight NFC clash — the 49ers and Buccaneers are both dealing with injuries, but the stakes couldn’t be higher. San Francisco enters Week 6 looking to stay atop the NFC, while Tampa Bay has proven it's a resilient contender. Steph and KP break down the matchups, and Dezi joins us to discuss the key injuries that could shape this game, and what the 49ers need to do to keep control of...

The injury bug just won’t leave the 49ers alone 😩With Pearsall and Jennings still not practicing, and defensive linemen banged up, can Kyle Shanahan will this team to another win? Steph and Wayne break down the latest 49ers injury updates and what adjustments could be coming on both sides of the ball.

The 49ers’ week just went from good to great! After their stunning Thursday Night Football win over the Rams, the rest of the NFC West — and even some NFC rivals — took losses, catapulting San Francisco towards the top of standings. Steph and Weston discuss how this 49ers’ early statement win sets the tone for the rest of the season as we crown a 49K Player of the Week. Plus, we take a look at som...

The San Francisco 49ers pulled off a STUNNING overtime win over the Los Angeles Rams in Week 5, despite being without Brock Purdy, Jauan Jennings, and Ricky Pearsall. Steph breaks down how the 49ers managed to survive and thrive, the key performances that stepped up, and how the defense and offense battled through adversity.

The 49ers face a huge challenge on Thursday Night Football against the Rams, and with injuries piling up and the offense still struggling, this game could get ugly if San Francisco doesn’t clean things up fast. Steph and KP break down the key matchups, what the 49ers must do to avoid a letdown, and whether or not they can bounce back from the mistakes of last week. Plus, we’ll Dezi will join us to...

49ers biggest issues caught up to them in Week 4 vs ther Jags. Steph and Weston discuss the latest injury updates and break down who deserves the most blame—Purdy, drops, special teams? Plus, we TRY to find a silver lining in the loss in this week's 49K Player of the Week.

The 49ers defense battled through adversity, but the offense just couldn’t get out of its own way. Multiple turnovers gave the Jaguars short fields and crushed any chance of finding rhythm. Steph breaks down how the 49ers dropped their first game of the season in Week 4.

Brock Purdy is back under center as the 49ers travel to Jacksonville for a pivotal NFC–AFC showdown. Can San Francisco stay hot without Nick Bosa and keep their perfect record alive? Steph and KP discuss the key matchups and Dezi joins to discuss injuries! 0:00 Intros 1:18 Injury questions with Dezi 9:58 Cautious: Jaguars feisty defense 16:27 A look at Jags offense 19:23 Is Jags offensive line any...

With Nick Bosa lost for the season, the 49ers defense faces its toughest test in years—but the offense might be ready to take over. Steph and Wayne discuss! Sound off in the comments: Can the Niners’ offense keep them in the contender conversation? 0:00 Intro 1:28 Injuries to track 7:00 Roster moves 7:55 John Lynch on exploring a trade 16:47 Keeping the team morale up 17:49 Will Mykel Williams get...

The 49ers improved to 3-0 with a hard-fought win over the Cardinals—but the victory came at a heartbreaking cost. Star pass rusher Nick Bosa has torn his ACL and will miss the rest of the season. Steph and Weston discuss the impact of this loss, the other injuries we're tracking this week, and breakdown the best performances of Week 3's win. 0:00 Intros 1:46 Nick Bosa out for season; impac...

It wasn’t pretty, but it counts as a WIN! The 49ers survive their home opener with a tough, low-scoring win over the Cardinals, taking sole possession of the NFC West. Steph and Drea break down the biggest moments that decided the 49ers' win.

Brock Purdy is "highly unlikely" to start in Week 3, which means Mac Jones gets another start for San Francisco. Here’s what the 49ers need to do to stay rolling against the Arizona Cardinals.

The 49ers head into Week 2 with plenty of questions—and a huge test in New Orleans. Steph and KP are joined by Dezi to cover the latest game-status updates, including injury reports for Brock Purdy, George Kittle, Jauan Jennings and more, then Steph and KP break down the key matchups that will decide Sunday’s showdown.

The 49ers offense is already shifting just one week into the season — with Mac Jones likely stepping in at quarterback for an injured Brock Purdy in Week 2. Steph and Wayne break down how the offense could look different with Jones under center, what Kyle Shanahan might adjust in his playcalling, and whether this helps or hurts San Francisco against Saints.