Candlestick Chronicles: A 49ers Pod

Kyle and Chris openly hope the Brandon Aiyuk saga ends while they record, and they discuss why his price shouldn't matter in the short term because of what could happen in the long run, they share quick thoughts on the upcoming preseason game against the New Orleans Saints and a lot more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kyle and Chris break down their thoughts from the San Francisco 49ers preseason opener, the battle to back up Brock Purdy and why Brandon Allen seems to have the edge over Josh Dobbs, the serious lack of pass rush, who stood out for good and bad reasons, joint practices with the Saints being cancelled because of injury, and the big question: are the vibes just bad right now? Learn more about your...

Kyle and Chris break down why the San Francisco 49ers don't have to trade Brandon Aiyuk, which would be the worst thing the organization has done since Kyle Shanahan and John Lynch were hired. They also preview Saturday's preseason opener against the Tennessee Titans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There was breaking news after we recorded out podcast episode Monday afternoon from Matt Maiocco, who wrote the 49ers have the framework in place for a trades sending Brandon Aiyuk to either Cleveland or New England. The episode, which was recorded before that breaking news, talked about other Aiyuk thoughts, their takeaways from training camp, and they chat with 49ers beat writer for The Athletic...

Kyle and Chris break down Brandon Aiyuk's dap with John Lynch at Kyle Shanahan during 49ers practice, what it could mean, the likelihood it leads to a new contract, and they discuss Trent Williams' ongoing absence and when his contract situation could be resolved. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kyle and Chris are break to talk about Brock Purdy's interceptions from the first two padded practices, whether or not they matter, the proper context surrounding them, what it means for the defense – and they also discuss the new quarterback contracts around the league and how they could impact Purdy's looming contract discussions, plus more Brandon Aiyuk things with another receiver signing a ne...

Kyle and Chris discuss Trent Williams' absence from the start of San Francisco 49ers training camp, why he's holding out, Brandon Aiyuk's hold-in, why it might be smart to abolish the salary cap altogether, and then they preview the team's situation at quarterback with Brock Purdy poised for another big season following some offseason work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.co...

Kyle and Chris discuss Brandon Aiyuk reporting to the San Francisco 49ers for the start of training camp despite not having a contract, why it's a good sign, why the front office needs to get these deals done sooner, and perhaps consider rethinking the way they approach contracts, starting with Brock Purdy, plus the preview the team's FASCINATING competition at cornerback. Learn more about your ad...

Kyle and Chris break down the San Francisco 49ers' running back group ahead of training camp and look at key topics like Christian McCaffrey's availability, the stiff competition among all the backups, why a recent draft pick is a breakout candidate and a lot more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kyle and Chris break down what Brandon Aiyuk's trade demand means for the San Francisco 49ers, why it's similar to what happened with Deebo Samuel in 2022, what it means for first-round draft pick Ricky Pearsall and a lot more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kyle and Chris preview the San Francisco 49ers' safeties ahead of the start of training camp and look at key questions such as: is Malik Mustapha going to break out? How does Talanoa Hufanga's injury impact his start to the season? What's the grade of the group? And a lot more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kyle and Chris break down the San Francisco 49ers' situation at tight end, including Fred Warner and Dre Greenlaw, and preview the position ahead of the start of training camp. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kyle and Chris break down the San Francisco 49ers situation at tight end by offering their takes on the guys behind George Kittle, what Logan Thomas brings to the team, a breakout candidate, the battle for third role and a lot more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kyle and Chris preview the 49ers' defensive and offensive lines ahead of the start of training camp including asking the biggest questions, identifying breakout candidates, looking at the most interesting position battles and a lot more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Asking some key questions ahead of the 49ers season, including: Are we sure Brandon Aiyuk's contract standoff isn't going to impact his regular season? Are we sure the team's defensive line is good enough? Are we sure they don't need to find another safety? And are we sure Kyle Shanahan will still have a run-first approach? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kyle and Chris dive into Brandon Aiyuk's viral Tiktok video which he indicates the San Francisco 49ers don't want him back amid their contract talks. They break down why a deal is still likely to get done, when it's likely to get done, how much money he'll get, and a lot more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kyle and Chris go through Kyle's all-time 49ers 53-man roster. Who starts at quarterback? Do Brock Purdy, Deebo Samuel and Christian McCaffrey have strong cases? What about Roger Craig? Did Richard Sherman make the cut? They go through the names and some notable omissions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kyle Madson and Chris Biderman break down what Christian McCaffrey's new deal with the San Francisco 49ers means, how it relates to Brandon Aiyuk, who is missing mandatory OTAs, Ricky Pearsall reports and a lot more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kyle and Chris break down what the San Francisco 49ers bringing back receiver Jauan Jennings on a new two-year contract means, whether or not it was a good deal, what it means and doesn't mean for the receiver room going forward, Jed York's spending, and a lot more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kyle and Chris are joined by San Francisco 49ers All-Pro linebacker Fred Warner. He talks about being a new father, whether or not the rest disadvantage matters, Brandon Aiyuk, OTAs, the new-look defensive coaching staff, the Super Bowl hangover and a lot more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kyle and Chris break down their initial thoughts from the start of San Francisco 49ers' OTAs, Brandon Aiyuk and Jauan Jennings not being there, the importance of Nick Bosa and Deebo Samuel participating, Brock Purdy's healthy offseason, Christian McCaffrey probably deserving a new contract, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kyle and Chris break down their initial thoughts of the San Francisco 49ers' regular season schedule that was released Wednesday, they pick their favorite games, the toughest stretches, go over rest disparities, the importance of bye week placement and a lot more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kyle and Chris take a look at the San Francisco 49ers' opponents for the 2024 season ahead of their schedule getting released on Wednesday. They go back and forth with a draft of the most interesting games of the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kyle and Chris talk about something ESPN wrote about Brandon Aiyuk being a "loser" following the 2024 NFL Draft, Brock Purdy's contract and why the San Francisco 49ers' 2022 draft class is on the bubble going into training camp. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The 49ers 2024 NFL draft class has been assigned jersey numbers! What does it mean for each player? Chris and Kyle break it down (with actual real analysis sprinkled in). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices