Trey Lance's flawless second half keeps 49ers in control of playoff destiny

On the 49ers Talk podcast, Matt Maiocco and Laura Britt break down Trey Lance's performance in San Francisco's crucial win over the Texans. The 21-year-old rookie overcame early mistakes to throw a pair of 2nd half TDs in the 49ers' 23-7 win setting up a pivotal regular-season finale against the Rams.

1:17 - 3:00 The season is coming down to the wire and the 49ers have a chance at the playoffs, but scenarios across the league change the stakes

3:01 - 4:49 Trey Lance’s performance, the interception, a hard first half, an exciting second half, and a breakdown of his key plays

4:50 - 8:43 What’s going to happen vs. L.A. Rams? How Jimmy G’s injury could impact the game, bring Trey Lance to the starting spot, Shanahan says he’ll go with Jimmy if he’s completely healthy

8:45 - 10:17 Patience is key with the Jimmy G and Trey Lance situation, especially on Twitter and with stat lines

10:19 - 14:40 Stat breakdown - Trey Lance, 49ers wanted to keep gameplay basic vs. Texans

14:49 - 19:45 Trey Lance’s issues on the field vs. strengths in practice, Shanahan wants to win games but next season may be Lance’s rookie season as far as game-time experience, development

20:11 - 24:20 Elijah Mitchell, Deebo Samuel, George Kittle, Brandon Aiyuk step up to help Lance to this win, Mitchell is now the all-time 49ers rookie rushing leader

24:22 - 26:22 The offense wasn’t the only factor in this win, defense did its share of heavy lifting holding Texans to 7 points

26:47 - 27:23 Trey Lance’s targeting compared to Jimmy G, Deebo Samuel’s 45-yard touchdown pass was great play design, execution

29:01 - 30:11 Ambry Thomas’ development showed

32:45 - 34:47 Trey Lance was decisive in 2nd half, escaped pocket, kept eyes downfield, solidified the “decision-maker” development

34:48 - 40:45 Maiocco’s report card

40:46 - 41:19 Looking forward to the L.A. Rams matchup