218. Kyle Shanahan's extension and answering your 49ers questions
On the latest 49ers Insider Podcast, Matt Maiocco and Laura Britt discuss coach Kyle Shanahan and the 49ers agreeing to a contract extension through the 2025 season and the impact it will have on John Lynch. Plus, Matt and Laura hear from the fans and answer their questions about the 49ers.(1:03) Kyle Shanahan signs extension with 49ers (6:29) What are the chances Colin Kaepernick signs with a NFL team? (12:40) Expectations for Mike McGlinchey this year(15:30) Will NFL have returned buttoned up?(19:14) Is a John Lynch extension next? (23:03) Will 49ers be at an advantage headed into next season?
18 Kesä 202031min
217. Why haven't 49ers signed George Kittle to contract extension?
On the latest 49ers Insider Podcast, Matt Maiocco and Laura Britt break down why the 49ers haven't signed their All-Pro tight end George Kittle to a contract extension. The duo look at some possible reasons why the two sides haven't come to an agreement before wrapping the podcast by discussing Jimmy Garoppolo's thoughts on the offseason, specifically the Tom Brady saga.(3:11) Why hasn’t George Kittle re-signed yet? (8:15) How will salary cap affect Kittle’s potential deal? (14:00) Is Kittle getting more expensive as 49ers wait? (17:02) Jimmy Garoppolo’s thoughts on Tom Brady situation
15 Kesä 202028min
216. Big things expected from these 49ers in 2020
Laura Britt and Matt Maiocco discuss really good players on the 49ers who have to be even better in 2020 for the team to be back as contenders to win the Super Bowl this season.2:45 - Tight end George Kittle was so obvious that Laura left him off her list.4: 20 - Quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo, it's unanimous.10:30 - Wide receiver Deebo Samuel, Matt and Laura agree, can become a star.15:30 - Raheem Mostert and the rest of the running backs should combine to be a force, Laura says.17:40 - Richard Sherman? On the rise? Laura explains.21:55 - Safety Jimmie Ward was solid, but he can be a game-changer this year, Matt believes.23:45 - Nick Bosa . . . of course.26:30 - A healthy Dee Ford should be a force as an edge rusher, Matt says.29:15 - He was good as a rookie, and Laura expects linebacker Dre Greenlaw to be even better.
11 Kesä 202034min
215. Colin Kaepernick, NFL and race with Monte Poole
Monte Poole of NBC Sports Bay Area joins Matt Maiocco and Laura Britt for a frank discussion of Colin Kaepernick, his protest of racial inequality and police brutality, the NFL and how race must be a large part of the discussion in changing the United States of America for the better.1:55 – Matt Maiocco and Monte Poole talk about a piece they wrote at NBCSportsBayArea.com from their experiences.4:00 – Monte talks about Colin Kaepernick’s decision to kneel during the national anthem.5:20 – Monte looks back at how Muhammad Ali was received during his protest.7:50 – Laura Britt was living in Chicago at the time of Kaepernick’s protest. She shares her perspective.9:30 – The protest during the national anthem got a lot of attention. Matt said it was a distraction for those who did not necessarily want to listen to his message.12:30 – Monte says it was never about the flag. It never has been.15:50 – Laura says it seems as if people’s eyes have opened.17:30 – Monte addresses Drew Brees’ comments and talks about the differing experiences of military members based on race.23:00 – Kyle Shanahan talks about why it’s important for him to speak out.27:45 -- Matt, Laura and Monte talk about the 49ers’ role in this issue.39:00 – Matt and Monte agree that the irony is if the NFL tried to silence Kaepernick, it actually made his voice stronger.44:05 – Laura asked Monte about the Declaration of Independence, where it reads “All men are created equal.”48:20 – This is bigger than sports, but sports should be a vehicle that drives change for the better.52:35 – Laura asks, “Why do people care about the color of people’s skin?”
8 Kesä 202056min
214. George Kittle's agent, Jack Bechta
George Kittle's agent, Jack Bechta, gives listeners an inside look into his client and how he views the 49ers' tight end as a "unicorn" when it comes to how he compares to other NFL tight ends.
2 Kesä 202030min
213. Which 49ers returning from injury can make team better in 2020?
On this episode of the 49ers Insider Podcast, Matt Maiocco and Laura Britt discuss the impact injuries have had on the team the past few seasons and look at some injured players from 2019 who could make a big impact in 2020.(3:16) How have injuries affected the last few seasons?(7:41) What lessons were learned from the 2018 season?(12:30) What players can make offense better in 2020(16:28) Can Trent Taylor insert himself in the offense this season?(19:20) What can Jerick McKinnon bring to the offense?(24:50) How can returning players improve the defense?
28 Touko 202036min
212. Which 49ers are facing make-or-break seasons in 2020?
On the latest 49ers Insider Podcast, Matt Maiocco and Laura Britt discuss what 49ers are facing a make-or-break season headed into 2020. Plus, the duo examine what the future holds for the 49ers roster and the faith the team has in Jimmy Garoppolo.(1:13) What is going to happen with the NFL season?(8:25) Players facing pressure headed into 2020(14:50) Who will be the starters in the secondary?(17:47) Expectations for Solomon Thomas next season(23:40) Who will 49ers sign long term?(27:48) How good can Jimmy Garoppolo be?
26 Touko 202035min
211. How can the 49ers defense improve in 2020?
On the latest 49ers Insider Podcast, Matt Maiocco and Laura Britt discuss the recent rule changes in the NFL and how that could affect the 49ers headed into the future. The duo also discuss Robert Saleh and how the already stout defense can be even better next season. (3:00) 49ers players have Zoom meetings with media (8:39) Coaches sending short videos to players on offense (11:02) NFL adopted new rules to help promote diversity (16:40) Is this Robert Saleh's last year with the 49ers? (20:15) What should 49ers expect from Javon Kinlaw next season? (25:00) How will the linebacker position look?
21 Touko 202033min
