Candlestick Chronicles: A 49ers Pod

Kyle and Chris break down their thoughts on the 49ers' haul from the 2025 NFL draft, the team not adding to the offensive line until the seventh round, early thoughts on each prospect, what the goals of the draft class should be, Malik Mustapha's injury, George Kittle showing up to OTAs and a lot more.

Kyle and Chris break react to the 49ers picking Georgia defensive end Mykel Williams with the No. 11 pick in the NFL draft. How he fits, why it appears like a strong pick, the upside, the downside, and why the team is likely to continue adding to the defensive front throughout the draft.

It's a crossover episode! Striking Gold's Rob Lowder drops by to talk about one player the San Francisco 49ers will take on each day of the NFL draft. 

Kyle is joined by the Athletic's Matt Barrows to discuss what the 49ers may be looking for in Round 1 of the NFL draft, draft strategy, his 2025 draft crush, the 49ers' Super Bowl window and how the team is approaching Brock Purdy's contract negotiations. 

Kyle and Chris break down the idea of the San Francisco 49ers drafting Texas offensive lineman Kelvin Banks with the No. 11 overall pick in the upcoming NFL draft after he was mocked there by the good folks at ESPN. Why it could work, how it impacts Rounds 2 and 3, and why there might be some precedent for John Lynch and Kyle Shanahan.

Kyle is joined by Luke Easterling of Athlon Sports to talk all things 49ers and the upcoming 2025 NFL draft.

Kyle and Chris break down the idea of trading up in the draft for Penn State tight end Tyler Warren. Spoiler: they don't love the idea and they break down why, the paths they would rather John Lynch and Kyle Shanahan take, and why drafting Warren might be complicated given George Kittle's situation.

After Chris put together a mock draft last week, Kyle took his shot at a three-round mock this week. It included a new pass rusher that's flying under the radar in the first round, a cornerback in the second (too early?), multiple trades, a pick that brings back the running back value conversation, Kyle Shanahan's philosophy on how to replace Trent Williams, and a lot more.

Kyle and Chris go through a full seven-round mock NFL draft simulation for the 49ers that goes heavy in the trenches over their first four picks. They break down the thoughts behind going with an edge rusher 11th overall, then trading back for a tackle, defensive tackle and potential starting guard in the middle of Round 3. Did they solve the roster issues for Kyle Shanahan and John Lynch?

Kyle and Chris discuss if taking Alabama linebacker Jihaad Campbell or South Carolina safety Nick Emmanwori would be terrible for the 49ers with the No. 11 pick in the NFL draft. Conventional wisdom suggests it might not be the best idea, but there are logical reasons they could make sense.

Kyle and Chris discuss why the 49ers could benefit from three quarterbacks going in the top 10 of the NFL draft, the Jordan Mason trade, why the front office might be prioritizing the draft and a lot more.

Kyle and Chris discuss the wild overreaction to the start of free agency for the San Francisco 49ers, and why there's reason to be optimistic about the team despite so many players leaving. First, the show starts with a cold open about Mack Jones signing to become the new backup quarterback, and they also look at how the outgoing free agents will be replaced, and what resources the team could use...

First, Chris opens the podcast with his thoughts on the departures of Dre Greenlaw and Kyle Juszczyk after the news came down Monday evening. Then, Kyle joins the recording from earlier in the afternoon to discuss the start of free agency, the wave of players leaving, and why it might not be as terrible as it seems that so many players are exiting the roster. Finally, Chris offers up six NFL draft...

Kyle and Chris break down the possibility of the 49ers adding Joey Bosa after he was released by the Los Angeles Chargers, and why it could test their new philosophy when it comes to adding aging players that could come at a high price tag. Then they offer early takes about an intriguing draft prospect with the No. 11 overall pick.

Chris Biderman reacts to the San Francisco 49ers trading Deebo Samuel to the Washington Commanders. What it means for Kyle Shanahan's receiving corps, why the dead money is less of an issue than it seems, the team trying to get younger and cheaper, and a lot more.

Kyle and Chris come up with six realistic free agent additions at positions of need for the San Francisco 49ers that might not be the biggest names, but could provide upgrades to the roster. The names including some that are familiar with Robert Saleh, and even a former player the 49ers drafted. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kyle and Chris break down NFL Media draft analyst Daniel Jeremiah's mock draft for the San Francisco 49ers where he pegged Michigan cornerback Will Johnson at pick No. 11. Why a cornerback could make sense despite the team having needs elsewhere, how free agency could impact the line of thinking, the fit and a lot more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kyle and Chris break down the idea of the San Francisco 49ers adding a big name receiver like Davante Adams or Tee Higgins in light of the Deebo Samuel trade news, and they have early thoughts about the 11th overall pick in the upcoming NFL draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kyle and Chris discuss the uncertain future of San Francisco 49ers receiver Deebo Samuel following the news the team is giving him permission to seek a trade, then they dive into team building lessons from the Eagles' win over the Chiefs in the Super Bowl, and what it says about San Francisco's dreams of having another dominant defensive line. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices...

Kyle and Chris break down the idea of the San Francisco 49ers taking a look at Myles Garrett or Cooper Kupp in a trade after they appear to be available with Garrett requesting a trade and Kupp announcing the Rams were looking to move him. Which player would make more sense? Looking at why the 49ers receiving corps complicate a potential Kupp decision, and a lot more. Learn more about your ad choi...

Kyle and Chris react to the breaking news that Robert Saleh is expected to become the San Francisco 49ers' defensive coordinator, assuming he doesn't get a head coaching job elsewhere, amid multiple reports. It comes after the Jaguars appear to have landed Liam Coen following Jacksonville's decision to fire former 49ers GM Trent Baalke. Kyle and Chris make sense of the situation, and break down th...

Kyle and Chris break down the looming possibility of former New York Jets coach Robert Saleh returning to become the 49ers' defensive coordinator -- should he not get a head coaching job -- and what the possibility of Brandon Staley getting the gig, and why it might not be the worst thing in the world. As always, the podcast is sponsored by PrizePicks, Lamb Chops and Cooperage Brewing. Learn more...

Kyle Shanahan and John Lynch addressed some of the key issues facing the San Francisco 49ers in the coming offseason, including finding a new defensive coordinator, Brock Purdy's contract situation, Deebo Samuel's future, the likely release of Javon Hargrave, Trent Williams' return and a lot more. Kyle and Chris discuss the coordinator candidates and a lot more. Learn more about your ad choices. V...

The 49ers made the expected move and fired special teams coach Brian Schneider. Does it signal other major changes coming on special teams like getting rid of former third-round pick Jake Moody at kicker? That, plus what Christian McCaffrey and Brock Purdy said during locker room clean out day, and what it all means heading into the offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices...

Were there any positive takeaways for the 49ers in 2024? The answer is mostly know, but the rookie class did show some things. Kyle and Chris break it all down following San Francisco's loss to the Arizona Cardinals in the regular season finale. They talk about key questions going into the offseason, ways the team needs to improve, and a lot more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastcho...