171. 49ers: The Vikings are coming

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan are joined by Super Bowl champion Rob Gronkowski to discuss George Kittle’s greatness, if Tom Brady is done playing in the NFL and how impressed he was by Brock Purdy. Then, NFL Network’s Cynthia Frelund stops by to break down why Steve Wilks is perfect hire for the 49ers, and NFL Network's Steve Wyche drops in to explain why the 49ers are the model for hiring and developing minority coaches.(3:12) Should the 49ers have a quarterback competition?(8:45) What’s the extent of Purdy’s injury?(14:16) Gronkowski on why Kittle is the ‘best’ TE in the league(18:45) Gronkowski explains why he believes Brady is done playing football(27:30) Frelund on why Wilks is perfect for the 49ers(32:19) Frelund details the secrets of Purdy’s success(40:01) Wyche on what is next for the 49ers’ QB situation(46:03) Wyche shares his opinion on the CMC trade

10 Helmi 202356min

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan are joined by NFL Network's Ian Rapoport to break down his reporting on Brock Purdy’s surgery date, what that means for the 2023 season and what he envisions the 49ers doings with some of their free agents. Then, Ryan Leaf stops by to shares his take on the quarterback situation in San Francisco, and Raheem Mostert joins the show to show his love to the 49ers fan base.(1:42) Purdy’s reported surgery date revealed(8:45) Rapoport gives more detail on Purdy’s reported surgery date(12:30) Rapoport on possible destinations for Garoppolo(17:16) Rapoport discusses Lance’s future(24:45) Leaf on his first NFL start against Steve Young(30:30) Leaf details Brian Griese's impact on Purdy(34:19) Leaf on where Garoppolo could head in free agency(44:01) Mostert on playing with the Dolphins(51:03) Mostert shares his thoughts on Purdy’s success

9 Helmi 202357min

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan are in Phoenix at Radio Row to break down the 49ers' reported plans to hire Steve Wilks as their new defensive coordinator and what he will bring to the team. Then, we are joined by Dr. David Chao to look at Brock Purdy’s different surgery scenarios and Ross Tucker to explain why he expects the 49ers to remain at the top of the NFC for a long time. Plus, CEO of Mr. Irrelevant Melanie Fitch joins the show to share her stories of Brock Purdy from Mr. Irrelevant Week last year.(1:42) 49ers set to hire Wilks as new defensive coordinator(7:45) What does Wilks bring to the 49ers?(12:30) Dr. Chao on Purdy’s injury timeline(17:16) Dr. Chao describes the differences with UCL injuries(24:45) Tucker on his experience on the 49ers’ sideline(31:30) Tucker on why Brady to the 49ers “never made sense”(42:19) Fitch on what Mr. Irrelevant means(46:01) Fitch shares her favorite memory of Purdy

8 Helmi 202355min

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss some offseason questions the 49ers face, including who will fill the vacated defensive coordinator position, if Brock Purdy and Trey Lance will compete for the starting job and what will happen to some notable 49ers free agents.(1:42) 49ers shift attention to offseason question marks(7:45) Update on 49ers' compensatory picks(17:30) Who will be the 49ers' next defensive coordinator?(27:16) Should Shanahan be criticized for his coaching?(39:45) Will Purdy and Lance compete in training camp?(48:30) How will the OL look next season?(57:19) Is Mitchell’s future bright with the 49ers?

5 Helmi 20231h 3min

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss the latest updates regarding Brock Purdy’s injury and how that influences the 49ers' decisions at quarterback, the likely departure of Jimmy Garoppolo and the various free-agent decisions San Francisco will face this offseason.(1:42) 49ers set with Purdy and Lance at QB position(8:45) Should the 49ers bring in a veteran QB?(16:30) Garoppolo set to move on this offseason(23:16) Does Purdy have the backing of the locker room?(28:45) 49ers announce award winners(35:30) Will Gipson be back next season?(40:19) 49ers face multiple free-agent decisions this offseason

2 Helmi 202345min

Matt Maiocco and Carlos Ramirez break down the 49ers’ injury-riddled loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, the impact of Brock Purdy’s elbow injury and the different avenues the team can go at the quarterback position this offseason. Plus, Jennifer Lee Chan joins the show to discuss how the 49ers move forward after their second consecutive NFC Championship Game loss and why the future is still bright in the Bay Area.(1:42) 49ers fall to Eagles in injury-filled fashion(6:45) How concerned should fans be about Purdy’s injury?(14:30) Should the 49ers target Brady this offseason?(20:16) What to make of controversial Smith catch(28:45) McCaffrey on being a part of the 49ers(35:30) 49ers’ attention turns to offseason priorities(43:16) What is next for the 49ers?

30 Tammi 202348min

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan are joined by Arik Armstead to discuss what makes this 49ers’ season so special to the team, the resilience he has shown fighting through injuries this season and the leadership role he has embraces in the locker room. Plus, Matt joins Eagles Insider Reuben Frank and Dave Zangaro to talk all things NFC Championship and who holds the advantage headed into Sunday.(1:42) 49ers head off to Philadelphia for NFC Championship Game(8:45) Players to watch this Sunday(16:49) Is Warner the Key to slowing Hurts?(21:30) Armstead on how special this season is compared to others(27:16) Armstead on his preparation to contain Hurts(32:38) Keys for 49ers to beat the Eagles(38:34) Who is better: Eagles OL or 49ers DL?(46:20) How important is the speed on the 49ers defense?(56:29) Where can the 49ers attack the Eagles defense?

28 Tammi 20231h 9min

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss the 49ers’ injury report headed toward the NFC Championship Game, what type of performance Brock Purdy needs to seal a San Francisco victory and if Kyle Shanahan has extra pressure on him this weekend. Plus, Greg Papa stops by to share some keys to slowing down Jalen Hurts and the Philadelphia offense and the environment the 49ers will face this Sunday.(1:42) Discussing the Omenihu situation(6:45) Are the Eagles the better team?(13:49) Should the 49ers be concerned about McCaffrey’s injury?(18:11) Will the 49ers be able to contain Hurts?(24:16) Papa details how the 49ers should attack the Eagles’ defense(30:38) Papa on the importance of third-down efficiency(40:34) Kolar shares his first impressions of Purdy(47:20) Kolar on why Purdy has been successful as a rookie

26 Tammi 202357min