
254. Jimmy Garoppolo discusses trade to 49ers, Week 7 showdown against the Patriots
On this episode of 49ers Talk, Matt Maiocco and Laura Britt are joined by 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo to discuss his time playing with Tom Brady, the lessons he learned with the Patriots and the surprise trade to the 49ers. Then, NBC Sports Bay Area 49ers analyst Takeo Spikes predicts New England’s game plan against George Kittle and how the 49ers' defense could slow down Patriots quarterback Cam Newton(1:25) 49ers face Patriots in Week 7 showdown (6:20) Can 49ers overcome lingering injuries? (13:37) Garoppolo discusses his time with the Patriots (15:40) Garoppolo shares what it was like to be around Brady (18:53) Garoppolo reveals the feeling of winning a Super Bowl (22:46) Garoppolo details his near-death experience (29:28) Expectations for Week 7(35:07) How will Patriots defend Garoppolo? (39:46) Can Belichick slow down Kittle? (43:09) Will 49ers defense slow down Newton?
22 Loka 202044min

253. Reasons for optimism after the 49ers’ win over Rams
On this episode of 49ers Talk, Matt Maiocco and Laura Britt discuss the 49ers’ Week 6 victory over the Rams and how the team can build off this win moving forward. NBC Sports Bay Area 49ers analyst Ian Williams joins the show to detail the impressive showing from the offensive line and the key to the defensive effort before ending the podcast previewing San Francisco’s Week 7 matchup against Jimmy Garoppolo’s former team, the New England Patriots. (1:13) 49ers bounce back against Rams (8:05) Verrett reemerging as star with 49ers (13:40) How did 49ers’ offensive line slow Aaron Donald? (19:47) Importance of a fast start for 49ers(25:11) Moseley return key for 49ers’ defense (28:15) 49ers face New England in Week 7 (32:29) How will Patriots defend Garoppolo?
19 Loka 202036min

252. Michele Tafoya discusses 49ers’ playoff chances, Week 6 showdown against the Rams
On this episode of 49ers Talk, Matt Maiocco and Laura Britt are joined by Sunday Night Football’s Michele Tafoya to discuss the current state of the 49ers, including how major injuries have derailed their season and if they still have a chance to make the playoffs. Then, former 49ers linebacker and NBC Sports Bay Area analyst Takeo Spikes breaks down the 49ers' Week 6 matchup against the Rams and what coordinator Robert Saleh and the defense need to do to regain their dominant form. (3:30) Can Shanahan get 49ers back on track this weekend? (8:21) Tafoya on covering NFL this season(10:15) Tafoya details the 49ers' main problem(13:50) Tafoya expresses the reasons for the 49ers’ slow start (17:35) Tafoya shares her opinion on the 49ers’ playoff chances (23:05) Will 49ers make the playoffs this season? (27:50) Lessons learned from the 49ers‘ injuries (31:08) Spikes discusses if Garoppolo should have played against the Dolphins (37:49) How should 49ers deal with Aaron Donald? (42:32) Spikes details how Saleh should prepare for Rams
15 Loka 202046min

251. Jimmy Garoppolo benched; Dolphins dominate 49ers
On this episode of 49ers Talk, Matt Maiocco and Laura Britt discuss the 49ers' disappointing Week 5 loss to the Miami Dolphins, including San Francisco's offensive struggles and if it was the right decision to start Jimmy Garoppolo at quarterback. 49ers analyst Donte Whitner also details the problems on the defense, including why Ahkello Witherspoon didn’t start against the Dolphins and how much blame Robert Saleh deserves for the loss.(1:01) 49ers dominated by Dolphins(4:12) Beathard replaced struggling Garoppolo for the second half(8:43 ) Should Garoppolo have started against the Dolphins?(12:54) Why didn’t Witherspoon start over Allen?(15:45) Whitner reveals why Saleh deserves some blame(18:40) How can 49ers bounce back against Rams?(21:15) Whitner discusses why the 49ers still can make the playoffs (25:41) What do 49ers need to improve on moving forward?
12 Loka 202028min

250. Can the 49ers beat the Dolphins despite uncertainty at quarterback?
On this episode of 49ers Talk, Matt Maiocco and Laura Britt discuss who will be behind center against the Dolphins, the 49ers' wrath of injuries and how COVID-19 is affecting the NFL. Plus, former 49ers linebacker and NBC Sports Bay Area analyst Takeo Spikes joins the show to explain the 49ers’ need to improve the offensive line and what it will take to get the offense back on track.(3:26) Who will play quarterback against the Dolphins? (6:40) Expectations for wide receivers going forward(10:15) Can 49ers overcome wrath of injuries? (14:45) Spikes explains why the 49ers can slow Miami’s offense (20:58) Spikes on how the 49ers offense can get back on track (24:25) Spikes discusses the need for improvement on the offensive line (31:58) Is Aiyuk a star in the making? (34:50) NFL sees influx in COVID-19 cases(41:25) 49ers relying on practice squad players
8 Loka 202048min

249. 49ers' comeback bid falls short against Eagles
On this episode of 49ers Talk, Matt Maiocco is joined by former 49ers quarterback and current NBC Sports Bay Area analyst Jeff Garcia to break down the 49ers’ loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, George Kittle’s dominant return and the question marks surrounding the quarterback position. Plus, 49ers defensive end Dion Jordan joins the show to discuss his football history, the reasons he loves San Francisco and how he can help the 49ers going forward. (1:20) 49ers drop to 2-2 on the season (4:37) Are Mullens’ struggles a reason for concern? (10:55) Kittle’s return a good sign for 49ers (17:43) Jordan explains why San Francisco is special to him (22:03) Jordan details his early career struggles (25:53) Jordan discusses his sobriety and maturity (30:03) Should 49ers be worried about the defensive line? (33:50) Dolphins head to Levi's Stadium next Sunday (37:32) Takeaways from 49ers' first 4 games
5 Loka 202040min

248. Cris Collinsworth discusses 49ers vs. Eagles, strength of NFC West
On this episode of 49ers Talk, Matt Maiocco is joined by NBC’s "Sunday Night Football" analyst Cris Collinsworth to discuss the latest news in the NFL, including some recent positive COVID-19 tests and how the NFL will hand these situations going forward. Plus, they preview this week’s "Sunday Night Football" game between the 49ers and the Eagles and detail the strength of the NFC West. (5:10) NFL experiencing positive COVID-19 tests (8:26) Eagles vs. 49ers preview (10:55) Collinsworth discusses 49ers' roster depth (15:51) Can Wentz bounce back against the 49ers defense? (18:00) Things to look for on "Sunday Night Football"
3 Loka 202019min

247. Tony Dungy discusses 49ers' depth, Nick Mullens’ performance
On this episode of 49ers Talk, Matt Maiocco and Laura Britt discuss some injury updates for George Kittle and Deebo Samuel, and examine the job Kyle Shanahan has done despite some key injuries. Then, NBC Sports Bay Area’s Takeo Spikes joins Matt to detail what the 49ers should expect this weekend from the Eagles and Carson Wentz. Plus, Football Night in America’s Tony Dungy stops by to break down the 49ers' roster depth and how the team can improve moving forward. (2:10) Kittle, Samuel return to practice(6:46) Mullens looking impressive for 49ers (11:55) Spikes reveals the importance of Kyle Shanahan(16:51) Spikes details what 49ers should expect from Wentz (21:20) Can Verett establish himself on the 49ers defense? (31:20) Dungy expresses the importance of roster depth (38:15) Dungy shares his thoughts on Nick Mullens
1 Loka 202043min