49ers Talk: A San Francisco 49ers Podcast

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan are joined by the GOAT, Jerry Rice, to discuss the time he has spent with Trey Lance, how Lance compares to 49ers greats Joe Montana and Steve Young and the key to success for the 49ers' wide receivers. (2:15) Will Rice’s records ever be broken? (11:25) What happens to Garoppolo if they can’t trade him? (18:36) Should Garoppolo ask for his release? (26:07) Rice o...

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan are joined by former Pro Bowl quarterback Robert Griffin III to discuss what comes next for Jimmy Garoppolo, how Trey Lance signals a change in coaching philosophy for Kyle Shanahan and the Super Bowl potential he sees in Lance. (2:15) What does Mayfield trade mean for Garoppolo? (11:25) Who is better: Mayfield or Garoppolo? (18:36) RG3 on what’s next for Garoppo...

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan analyze which 49ers are primed to have a breakout 2022 season, what the future holds for Jimmy Garoppolo and why the newest contract for Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin is a good benchmark for Deebo Samuel's potential extension with San Francisco. (4:45) Who can step up on the defensive line? (11:25) How will McGlinchey perform when he returns? (17:36) Wh...

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss the likely outcomes for both the Jimmy Garoppolo and Deebo Samuel sagas from the offseason, who could potentially be a surprise starter in the secondary and if the 49ers have the correct philosophy with Trey Lance. (1:45) Discussing Edelman’s comments on Garoppolo (6:25) Which teams could be interested in Garoppolo? (15:36) Is the 49ers’ philosophy with L...

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss which position groups are the weakest for the 49ers, how Kyle Shanahan plans to utilize Trey Lance’s running ability and which undrafted free agents could make an impact this season. Plus, Steve Flack joins the show to discuss his work with the Pro Football Hall of Fame and the legacy of Hugh McElhenny (1:15) 49ers start training camp July 26 (6:10) Is of...

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan are joined by former 49ers general manager Scot McCloughan to discuss Frank Gore’s career, the recent draft selections by San Francisco and how he would handle the quarterback situation between Trey Lance and Jimmy Garoppolo. (4:15) JLC discusses her athletic career at USC (12:10) Will the 49ers pull off a big trade? (20:36) McCloughan on Gore’s retirement (25:40...

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss if Jason Verrett’s return from injury makes the secondary a team strength, what to expect from the offensive line with Mike McGlinchey healthy after surgery and how Javon Kinlaw can only be a positive to the defensive line. Plus, how can the 49ers emulate the Warriors’ style of play? (2:15) Who will replace Williams in the secondary? (7:10) Is Verrett the...

Trey Lance enters his second year as the starting quarterback, and his performances will dictate whether or not the 49ers will be successful in 2022. Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan rank the 49ers, besides Lance, who will be counted on the most to step up this season. 5:11 Ranking the 10 most important 49ers 10:20 Can Brandon Aiyuk make the jump to one of the top WRs in the NFC? 13:50 Fred Warn...

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss some areas of concern for the 49ers, including how they will replace Alex Mack, if their special teams will be improved next season and what the 49ers can expect from Javon Kinlaw. Plus, Matt and Jennifer talk about what Lance will need to do next season and why Nick Bosa sees only positives from Drake Jackson. (4:15) Lance to remain in Santa Clara to con...

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down Deebo Samuel’s arrival in Santa Clara for the 49ers’ mandatory minicamp, the limitless potential Trey Lance has shown this offseason and why San Francisco is more likely to extend Deebo this offseason rather than Nick Bosa. (2:15) 49ers end mandatory minicamp after two days (6:10) Deebo returns to Santa Clara, reports for mandatory camp (13:36) How doe...

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down how Trey Lance has developed since his rookie season, what Deebo Samuel's value is to the 49ers and what the future looks like for Jimmy Garoppolo in San Francisco. Plus, Matt and Jennifer discuss who could become the new starting center and what the secondary could look like for Week 1. (2:15) 49ers announce schedule change for minicamp (6:10) What ha...

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down the retirement announcement of center Alex Mack and how that will affect the offensive line, John Lynch’s comments about both Trey Lance and Deebo Samuel and Terrell Owens revealing he will travel to Canton this summer for Bryant Young’s Hall of Fame induction. Plus, Matt and Jennifer discuss Frank Gore’s retirement and what he meant to the 49ers organ...

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down the fantasy potential of Trey Lance, how Deebo Samuel’s role could change this upcoming season and how Brandon Aiyuk’s offseason workouts with Lance could signal a breakout season for the wide receiver. Plus, Matt and Jennifer look at the defense, including Jason Verrett, and what impact he will have post-injury and the depth the 49ers have on the defe...

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss some takeaways from the first week of 49ers’ OTAs, including the ways Trey Lance is becoming the leader in San Francisco, how Brandon Aiyuk is setting himself up for success in 2022 and what comes next for Deebo Samuel. (2:15) Shanahan says he “expects” Garoppolo to be traded (7:10) Has Lance’s arm motion changed? (14:06) Kittle on what he has seen from L...

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss the upcoming start of the 49ers OTAs, if Deebo Samuel will make an appearance and if Trey Lance is ready to carry the workload this offseason. Plus, Matt and Jennifer look ahead to the 49ers' preseason games and predict who could be starters in the secondary. (1:15) 49ers gather for OTAs this week in Santa Clara (7:25) How will the Lance/Garoppolo situati...

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan look at some fan overreactions, including if Trey Lance will have a better career than Patrick Mahomes, if the Deebo Samuel drama will have a negative impact on the team moving forward and how difficult it will be for the 49ers to repeat their 2021 success. (3:15) Recapping 49ers’ Rookie Minicamp (7:25) Is Lance ready to be the starter? (14:40) Are the 49ers buil...

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down the 49ers’ complete regular-season schedule, including visits from Tom Brady and the Bucs and Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs, and discuss which parts of the schedule are the easiest and which are the toughest. Plus, Matt and Jennifer share their predictions for the 49ers' overall record in 2022. (2:15) First impressions of 49ers’ schedule (7:25) 49ers...

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan look at the post-2022 NFL Draft landscape of the NFC West and analyze which teams improved, and which teams took a step back during the offseason. Plus, Matt and Jennifer weigh in on the uncertain future of Jimmy Garoppolo and what to make of the next phase of the Deebo Samuel saga. (3:45) Deebo re-follows the 49ers on Instagram (8:25) What will Deebo’s contract...

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss what 49ers fans should expect from Drake Jackson and Ty Davis-Price during their rookie seasons, if Jason Verrett’s return makes the cornerback position a strength and what happens next for Jimmy Garoppolo and Deebo Samuel. Plus, three-time Super Bowl champion and former LSU running backs coach Kevin Faulk stops by to share why he thinks Davis-Price will...

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan are joined by 49ers general manager John Lynch, assistant general manager Adam Peters and Director of College Scouting Tariq Ahmad to discuss the 49ers' performance in the 2022 NFL Draft and the promise they see in their draft selections. Plus, what comes next with Deebo Samuel and Jimmy Garoppolo? (1:45) 49ers bolster roster in draft (8:48) Lynch on the 49ers’ d...

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan are joined by 49ers general manager John Lynch to recap the second and third rounds of the 2022 NFL Draft, the reported trade offers for Deebo Samuel and preview the final day of the draft. Plus, 49ers second-round pick Drake Jackson joins the show to discuss being drafted by San Francisco, being teammates with Nick Bosa and how ready he is to bring another Super...

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan react to John Lynch’s comments on the 49ers’ intent to not trade Deebo Samuel, the faith San Francisco has in Trey Lance and exercising the fifth-year option on Nick Bosa’s contract. (1:45) Lynch addresses the Deebo trade rumors (7:17) 49ers pick up Bosa’s fifth-year option (11:48) Will both Lance and Garoppolo be on the roster next season? (16:56) Is Mack headed...

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss the potential trade destinations for 49ers All-Pro wide receiver Deebo Samuel, the influence Deebo has on the 2022 NFL Draft and some wide receiver targets San Francisco could draft this year. Plus, Steve Palazzolo from Pro Football Focus joins the show to weigh in on Trey Lance’s skill set, Deebo’s potential contract and the future of the 49ers. (1:55) W...

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan react to Deebo Samuel requesting a trade from the 49ers and break down what this means for San Francisco moving forward. (1:16) Deebo has requested trade from 49ers (8:01) Is Deebo’s usage the reason for the trade request? (13:48) Would the 49ers use Deebo differently next season? (24:10) What teams could trade for Deebo? (30:10) How does Deebo want to be used on...

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan look ahead to the 2022 NFL Draft and break down some potential draft targets for the defensive line and safety positions. Plus, Matt and Jennifer weigh in on Alex Mack’s uncertain future and Deebo Samuel’s latest update from his social media. (2:56) 49ers add to defensive line depth with Turay signing (8:01) How much credit should Kocurek get? (14:48) Potential e...