Kyle Shanahan previews 49ers' Week 18 matchup vs. Arizona Cardinals

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down the 49ers’ mentality headed into their playoff matchup with the Cowboys, why this weekend will be the biggest test Brock Purdy has faced so far and if it is this the biggest game in Levi’s Stadium history. Plus, Greg Papa stops by to break down how Kyle Shanahan can trap Dallas’ defense and shares the one thing Purdy can improve on moving forward.(1:22) 49ers focused on Cowboys matchup this weekend(6:45) How can the defense slow down the Cowboys?(13:25) Papa previews 49ers-Cowboys(20:11) Are the Cowboys’ and 49ers’ defenses similar?(25:16) Is this the biggest game in Levi’s Stadium history?(30:58) What does the future hold for Lance?(34:17) Carthon accepts GM role with Titans

19 Tammi 202336min

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down the upcoming 49ers-Cowboys NFC Divisional Playoff, why fans should consider themselves lucky with the 49ers’ quarterback situation and how San Francisco can slow down Dak Prescott and the Dallas offense.(1:22) 49ers to face Cowboys in NFC Divisional Playoffs (6:45) Do the Eagles have the easier route? (13:25) Purdy’s maturity on display vs. Seahawks (18:31) How should fans feel about the QB depth?(24:16) Is it Purdy’s team moving forward? (30:58) Should fans worry about the secondary?

17 Tammi 202340min

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down the 49ers’ blowout victory over the Seattle Seahawks, if the Johnathan Abram/Deebo Samuel play was the turning point for the 49ers and the historic playoff debut for Brock Purdy.(1:34) 49ers use dominant second half to blow out Seahawks (6:15) Shanahan on Abram’s actions toward Deebo (12:20) Deebo’s impact felt vs. Seahawks (18:30) Looking at the defense’s performance (22:21) How does Purdy’s performance stack up historically? (32:46) Looking back at Purdy becoming the starter (36:20) Depth on defensive line pays off for 49ers (41:01) McCaffrey continues to shine in Shanahan’s offense

15 Tammi 202344min

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan are joined by 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey to discuss how Brock Purdy helped him learn the 49ers’ offense, what his mindset was the past few seasons dealing with injuries and the team’s focus headed into the playoffs.(1:34) 49ers' health improving ahead of game with Seattle(6:15) How important will special teams be in the playoffs?(10:20) McCaffrey on his arrival in San Francisco(14:30) McCaffrey on his first impressions of Purdy(17:21) McCaffrey details what makes the 49ers’ offense stand out(21:46) McCaffrey discusses the 49ers’ focus moving forward(27:20) Explaining McCaffrey’s dynamic skillset(32:40) Is Bosa set to win the DPOY award?

13 Tammi 202333min

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down if it is Super Bowl or bust for the 49ers, why Brock Purdy won't wilt under the pressure of the playoffs and how the secondary can raise their game entering the postseason. Plus, Greg Papa stops by to discuss how San Francisco can attack the Seahawks' defense this weekend and how efficient the offense has been this season.(1:34) 49ers-Seahawks set for wild card showdown(6:15) Is it Super Bowl or bust for the 49ers?(12:20) Are the 49ers now set at quarterback?(20:21) Papa on what stands out from the regular season(28:13) Papa on the continued development of Purdy(33:06) How should the 49ers attack the Seahawks?(42:20) Shanahan on prepping for the playoffs with Purdy

11 Tammi 202353min

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down the 49ers' upcoming Wild Card Weekend matchup with the NFC West rival Seahawks, what the prior games between the teams can teach us for their next game, and how healthy San Francisco is headed into the playoffs. Then, Carlos Ramirez joins the show to discuss how the Christian McCaffrey trade was a turning point in the season and why Brock Purdy should be the NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year.(1:34) 49ers to face Seahawks in NFC wild-card game(10:50) Purdy on how the 49ers can continue to elevate their performance(15:13) How will the 49ers attack the Seahawks?(20:50) Should Purdy be the Offensive Rookie of the Year?(27:37) Did the CMC trade turn around the 49ers' season?(34:20) 49ers' defense bounces back after tough Week 17(42:40) 49ers injury report

9 Tammi 202346min

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss the chances Deebo Samuel suits up against the Arizona Cardinals in Week 18, why the 49ers should rest Christian McCaffrey heading into the playoffs and why they believe Brock Purdy would be Kyle Shanahan’s choice at quarterback even if Trey Lance and Jimmy Garoppolo were healthy. Plus, Greg Papa stops by to break down how the 49ers defense can improve and why he believes Patrick Willis is headed to Canton.(1:34) Discussing the scary scene with Damar Hamlin(9:50) Will Deebo, CMC play vs. Arizona?(15:13) Did the NFL get the Week 18 scheduling right?(24:24) Papa on the defensive struggles vs the Raiders(31:37) Papa on Willis’ 2023 Hall of Fame chances(40:20) Where does the defense need to improve?(47:10) Would Purdy be Shanahan's hand-picked QB?(55:01) Will the 49ers’ go undefeated in the NFC West?

5 Tammi 202358min

Matt Maiocco and Carlos Ramirez discuss Brock Purdy and the 49ers' offense stepping up after the defense struggled against the Raiders, San Francisco's path to the NFC's No. 1 playoff seed, and if Deebo Samuel will make his return next weekend. Plus, Jennifer Lee Chan stops by to weigh in on Mike McGlinchey’s standout game, and provide updates on some injuries.(1:34) 49ers escape Las Vegas with win, move to No. 2 seed in NFC(9:50) Can the 49ers steal the No. 1 seed?(14:13) Purdy shows poise while 49ers face double-digit deficit(22:15) Aiyuk on what Purdy showed against the Raiders(29:50) How can Week 17 help the 49ers moving forward?(37:20) Can McGlinchey continue his solid play?

2 Tammi 202346min