The Gold Standard: San Francisco 49ers Podcast Network

Joey Bosa goes to the Bills + WTF is the Niners plan? The San Francisco 49ers are quickly reaching a point where they literally need to sign guys simply to fill out the roster. We try and break down what their thinking might be at this point. Plus, we react to the Joey Bosa decision (about 53:20 into the show). What are the ramifications for Joey Bosa going to the Bills and leaving the Niners high...

Joey Bosa says no + New WR in SF The San Francisco 49ers will not be pairing the Bosa brothers together in 2025 as he has chosen to sign with the Buffalo Bills. We run through the additions the Niners did make yesterday, including a veteran wide receiver that may solve one of San Francisco's biggest problems last year - if he isn't suspended. One Thing to Read: https://www.nbcsportsbayarea.com/nfl...

The 49ers 2025 rebuilding plan is underway We take a step back to break down the San Francisco 49ers' losses in free agency, and how what they're doing now can ultimately lead to success down the road. Has this regime earned enough trust for you to believe in this process, or are you worried about what's happening? Get delicious meals sent right to your door with Factor: Head to FactorMeals.com/Fa...

Big names leave on day 1 of free agency The San Francisco 49ers saw mainstays on their team depart in free agency yesterday, including Dre Greenlaw, Talanoa Hufanga, Kyle Juszczyk, Aaron Banks, Mooney Ward, Elijah Mitchell, and more. They also made a couple small additions, but clearly have some work to do. One Thing to Read: https://t.co/4paNADvWbH Get delicious meals sent right to your door with...

The 49ers as we knew them are dead The San Francisco 49ers lost Dre Greenlaw, Aaron Banks, Talanoa Hufanga, Mooney Ward, Elijah Mitchell, and more on Monday. The first version of the Shanahan 49ers is officially over. How many of the decisions that were made today will ultimately be good for the team and lead to a rebirth? (Note: Recorded before Kyle Juszczyk was released) Get delicious meals sent...

Overhaul of the DT position continues The San Francisco 49ers are going to move on from Maliek Collins this week, which strips the DT room down to the studs and also sets the stage for some big additions in free agency and the draft. Plus, Dianna Russini disputed a report about the 49ers' initial offer to Brock Purdy, which is good news. One Thing to Read: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6189456/...

The 49ers just neutered Kyle Shanahan The San Francisco 49ers have thrown Kyle Shanahan under the bus. Kyle had all the control for the 49ers - and that is no longer the case. According to a new article by Mike Silver, Paraag Marathe and Jed York are going to make "ruthless" financial decisions. Rob things we could very quickly be headed back to the bad old days of the 49ers under Jed York. CHECK...

Maiocco bullish on Bosa signing + potential cap casualties San Francisco 49ers insider Matt Maiocco says he would be more surprised if a Joey Bosa signing with the 49ers didn't happen at this point. Plus, Matt names some potential players that could be cut by the 49ers before the start of the new league year next week. One Thing to Read: https://www.ninersnation.com/2025/3/6/24379619/49ers-officia...

Does Joey Bosa make sense for the 49ers? We apply the tried and true "3 questions" method to wondering whether Joey Bosa makes sense for the San Francisco 49ers to sign. Plus, how would acquiring Bosa fit with the edict from Jed York to "get younger" this offseason? CHECK OUT UNDERDOG FANTASY: Sign up and deposit for Underdog HERE with promo code GOLDSTANDARD to get up to $1,000 in bonus cash and...

Could we see both Bosas in San Francisco? The Los Angeles Chargers released Joey Bosa yesterday, and speculation ensued that the San Francisco 49ers could sign him and unite him with younger brother Nick Bosa. Should the 49ers do that, and what exactly would they be getting if they signed Bosa the Elder? One Thing to Read: https://t.co/mbLzc8FmkE CHECK OUT UNDERDOG FANTASY: Sign up and deposit for...

Jed York is gaslighting you The San Francisco 49ers are going to lose a lot of players this offseason, according to Adam Schefter. Yet instead of just admitting they don't want to pay people, Jed York is trying to sell this idea that he doesn't have the money to pay them - which simply isn't true. CHECK OUT UNDERDOG FANTASY: Sign up and deposit for Underdog HERE with promo code GOLDSTANDARD to get...

The first Brock Purdy contract offer is in The 49ers have already begun negotiations with Brock Purdy, and they reportedly only offered him $45 million per year. Adam Schefter went on Pat McAfee's show to carry water for the team and pretend like they're in a bad financial situation - they aren't. One Thing to Read: https://t.co/C1STrm2jYj CHECK OUT UNDERDOG FANTASY: Sign up and deposit for Underd...

More Brock Purdy wrangling + Combine fits for the 49ers Adam Schefter just went on the McAfee Show and said the San Francisco 49ers can't go as high on Brock Purdy's contract as he might want because of their "financial situation." What does that mean and is this situation in danger of blowing up? Plus, Jason and Steph tell you which standouts from the Combine are good fits for the 49ers. JOIN OUR...

How the Niners plan to replace Deebo Samuel The San Francisco 49ers have moved on from Deebo Samuel, and Tim Kawakami shared what he's hearing about how they plan to replace his production. Plus, Tim continues to believe that John Lynch will try to trade the 11th pick in the draft in order to acquire a star defensive lineman. One Thing to Read: https://sfstandard.com/2025/03/03/49ers-deebo-samuel-...

Has something changed with Brock Purdy? The tone around the Brock Purdy conversations seems to have shifted with the San Francisco 49ers. John Lynch made sure to mention they might not get a deal done, now Tim Kawkami says they could offer him a shorter term deal. Who does that with a franchise QB? Plus, we react to Deebo Samuel getting traded out of town, and what that means for the offense. CHEC...

John Lynch follows through on his promise The San Francisco 49ers traded Deebo Samuel to the Washington Commanders, just as GM John Lynch said they would at his Wednesday press conference at the Scouting Combine. We examine what the 49ers got from their extension in 2022 and whether it was worth it. Plus hear from Director of Player Personnel Tariq Ahmad on why the team doesn't draft tackles that...

Instant Reaction: 49ers trade Deebo Samuel to the Commanders The San Francisco 49ers have traded Deebo Samuel for a fifth round draft pick. We react to what this means for the salary cap, for the roster, for the locker room, and for the draft. We are officially entering a new era of 49ers football. CHECK OUT UNDERDOG FANTASY: Sign up and deposit for Underdog HERE with promo code GOLDSTANDARD to ge...

Gold Diggers: Are the 49ers split on what to do with the 11th pick? Do Jed York and Kyle Shanahan have different idea on what the 49ers should do with the 11th pick in the draft? With words from John Lynch and reporting from Tim Kawakami, Rob Guerrera lays out the case that there could be a disagreement within the San Francisco 49ers about the best way to use the first round pick. CHECK OUT UNDERD...

Jed York sends a message through John Lynch San Francisco 49ers owner Jed York is sending a message through GM John Lynch and we heard it during Lynch's press conference at the Combine. Plus, get the details on Ben Bartch's new deal with the Niners, which could be a massive steal for the team. One Thing to Read: https://t.co/y0eN4w7v9M One Thing to Watch: https://www.youtube.com/live/OLvT0bc-4IE?s...

Draft fits for the 49ers with Kyle Posey of Niners Nation KP joins the show to break down the most common names associated with the San Francisco 49ers in the NFL Draft. We run through defensive line options, tight end options, and when (if ever) they'd address the offensive line. CHECK OUT UNDERDOG FANTASY: Sign up and deposit for Underdog HERE with promo code GOLDSTANDARD to get up to $1,000 in...

John Lynch talks Brock, CMC, Deebo & More San Francisco 49ers GM John Lynch updated contract talks with Brock Purdy, Christian McCaffrey's health, Deebo Samuel's trade request, and more! Get the lowdown on the future of all of the Niners' biggest free agents in this update! One Thing to Read: https://www.nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/jordan-schultz-verbally-accosted-ian-rapopor...

Gold Standard: John Lynch speaks from the Combine! San Francisco 49ers GM John Lynch updates the status of multiple issues surrounding his team, including the contract negotiations with Brock Purdy, the health of CMC and Brandon Aiyuk, Deebo Samuel's future, and more! Rob Guerrera, Levin Black, and Jason Aponte discuss what Lynch said and what it means from every possible angle. CHECK OUT UNDERDOG...

2025 coaching staff announced The San Francisco 49ers released their official coaching staff yesterday and Brian Griese's name was not on the roster after he decided to step away from the profession. We run through the biggest changes that Kyle Shanahan made. One Thing to Read: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6151503/2025/02/26/nfl-combine-s2-cognition-test-brain/ CHECK OUT UNDERDOG FANTASY: Sign...

Bully Ball: Brian Griese out as 49ers QB coach + Combine News The San Francisco 49ers released their coaching staff and Brian Griese is not on it. We wonder what happened and look over the massive list of changes that the Niners have brought to their staff in 2025. Plus, what do we want to hear from John Lynch tomorrow, and what's the latest news about Deebo Samuel. CHECK OUT UNDERDOG FANTASY: Sig...

New starting left guard secured? The San Francisco 49ers signed guard Ben Bartch to a one year extension through the 2025 season. We take a look at how Bartch played for the 49ers last year, as well as speculate whether he'll be the starting left guard after Aaron Banks leaves in free agency. One Thing to Read: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6150980/2025/02/21/rangers-takeover-san-francisco-49er...