Striking Gold: A 49ers Pod

49ers NFL Draft Crossover: Striking Gold and Candlestick Chronicles

23 Apr 2024

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Rob teams up with Chris and Kyle of Candlestick Chronicles to break down the options for the 49ers at Pick 31 of the 2024 NFL Draft. The Striking Gold...

49ers Top 30 mock NFL Draft with John Chapman

22 Apr 2024

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We're just days away from the 2024 NFL Draft. Rob is joined again by John Chapman of the 49ers Rush podcast to create a 7-round mock draft in which ev...

49ers draft breakdown with Kyle Posey

19 Apr 2024

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The NFL Draft is one week away. Niners Nation's Kyle Posey joins Rob to take one last look at prospects across the board that have a chance at a promi...

The Athletic's Matt Barrows joins to talk 49ers, NFL Draft

16 Apr 2024

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Long-time 49ers beat writer Matt Barrows of The Athletic joins Rob to break down recent 49ers news and offers insight into the team's approach to the ...

49ers NFL Draft scenarios with John Chapman

11 Apr 2024

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Rob is joined by John Chapman of 49ers Rush to break down the different approaches the 49ers can take to their first-round pick in the NFL Draft and t...

49ers offensive line breakdown with Brad Graham

09 Apr 2024

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Rob is joined by Brad Graham of TheSFNiners to talk offensive lineman, the 49ers' offensive line and incoming offensive line prospects in the NFL Draf...

Analyzing 49ers' first-round mock drafts

05 Apr 2024

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Rob breaks down a handful of mock NFL Drafts from the scouting community and the players paired with the 49ers in the first round. The Striking Gold p...

Analyzing 49ers' draft needs, more on Brandon Aiyuk

02 Apr 2024

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The 49ers' attempt to sign a veteran tight end away from the Lions, more from Brandon Aiyuk and Rob takes a quick look at the 49ers' current draft nee...

Was Arik Armstead "disrespected" by 49ers?

29 Mar 2024

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New details emerged from former 49ers defensive lineman Arik Armstead on his departure from the team after being asked to take a pay cut. Rob breaks i...

Brandon Aiyuk rumors, 49ers free agent expectations

25 Mar 2024

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The Brandon Aiyuk rumors have persisted, the 49ers' star receiver entering into the last year of his contract. Rob breaks down the situation, as well ...

49ers rumor rundown and roster reload

19 Mar 2024

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Alliteration! The 49ers have remained active in free agency and have also been the subject of some headlines and rumors through the first week of the ...

49ers' free agency so far

15 Mar 2024

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The 49ers have had an active free agency so far, with some surprising signings, trades and cuts. Rob breaks down the news, rumors, losses, gains and t...

49ers to sign veteran pass rusher Leonard Floyd

12 Mar 2024

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The 49ers made quick work of free agency, reportedly agreeing to a two-year deal with Bills defensive end Leonard Floyd to rush the passer opposite Ni...

Breaking: 49ers to release DL Arik Armstead as free agency begins

11 Mar 2024

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Free agency and the start of the 2024 league year are upon us. Can the 49ers make a splash again like they have in previous years. Rob thinks there's ...

49ers hire new defensive coordinator and assistant head coach

04 Mar 2024

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The 49ers have found their new defensive coordinator, promoting defensive passing game/nickelbacks coach Nick Sorenson to the role after two years wit...

49ers Offseason Primer

27 Feb 2024

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The 49ers are now tasked with putting their Super Bowl loss behind them to prepare for a critical offseason with a chance for another deep postseason ...

49ers' Super Bowl aftermath, defensive coordinator search

20 Feb 2024

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Sifting through the wreckage that is the 49ers after their tough overtime loss to the Chiefs in the Super Bowl. Rob also breaks down defensive coordin...

49ers suffer heartbreaking Super Bowl loss to Chiefs

12 Feb 2024

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It was a back and forth Super Bowl that saw Kyle Shanahan's 49ers allow Andy Reid's Chiefs to stay within striking distance for too long, Patrick Maho...

Super Bowl Crossover: Striking Gold and Candlestick Chronicles

09 Feb 2024

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BlueWire’s 49ers podcasts combine forces, Rob joining Chris Biderman and Kyle Madson of Candlestick Chronicles for one final collaboration before th...

Talking 49ers vs Chiefs with Kyle Posey

08 Feb 2024

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The 49ers might be favored in Vegas, but the NFL world expects the Chiefs to beat the 49ers in the Super Bowl. Rob does too, but maybe KP of Niners Na...

49ers need to sharpen up against Chiefs

02 Feb 2024

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A lot has been said about how this year's Chiefs team differs than that of the last time the 49ers faced them in Super Bowl 54. While this is true, it...

After historic comeback, 49ers now Super Bowl bound

29 Jan 2024

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The 49ers orchestrated the largest halftime comeback in Championship game history against the Lions, scoring 27 unanswered to beat Detroit 34-31 and p...

49ers vs Lions NFC Championship Preview with Kyle Posey

26 Jan 2024

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The 49ers are days away from their fourth NFC Championship matchup in five years against the Lions at Levi's Stadium. Rob is joined by KP of Niners Na...

49ers host Lions in NFC Championship

22 Jan 2024

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The stage is set. The 49ers will host the Lions for the NFC Championship on Sunday at Levi's Stadium. Rob briefly breaks down the matchup, how the AFC...

49ers survive Packers, NFC Championship bound

21 Jan 2024

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The 49ers didn't play their best brand of football on Saturday, but they found a way to get it done against a very game Green Bay Packers, culminating...

49ers vs Packers playoff preview

18 Jan 2024

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Rob is joined by Kyle Posey of Niners Nation to break down the 49ers' divisional matchup against the Packers, led by a surging, young quarterback, Jor...

49ers prep for Packers while Cowboys, Eagles implode

16 Jan 2024

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The No. 1 seed 49ers recovered and watched from Santa Clara while two of their biggest rivals this season, the Cowboys and Eagles, went down in flames...

Recovering 49ers prepare for playoffs

12 Jan 2024

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The 49ers are already benefitting from the bye week afforded to the No. 1 seed, with several key players getting much needed rest or recovery from inj...

Kicker questions return in 49ers' Week 18 loss

08 Jan 2024

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The 49ers and Rams played a glorified preseason game in Week 18, with a bevy of starters on both teams either sitting on the bench, or playing limited...

49ers lead NFL in Pro Bowl selections

05 Jan 2024

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Having claimed the No. 1 seed and a first-round bye in the playoffs, the 49ers now face the good problem of deciding how much is too much for their be...

49ers officially the NFC's No. 1 seed

01 Jan 2024

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The 49ers got it done on a short week on the road against the Commanders, 27-10. The bigger win took place in Philadelphia, the Cardinals shocking the...

49ers' playoff run starts now

29 Dec 2023

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The 49ers will be looking to bounce back against the lowly Commanders after a disappointing home loss to the Ravens on Christmas night. With the No. 1...

Ravens bully 49ers on Christmas

26 Dec 2023

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The 49ers were handled by the Ravens on Christmas night in their 33-19 loss at Levi's Stadium. QB Brock Purdy threw four interceptions and likely surr...

49ers vs Ravens: Rock and a Hard Place

22 Dec 2023

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The 49ers return to Levi's Stadium on Christmas Day to face a Ravens team bearing gifts very similar to their own. Rob breaks down the matchup and the...

Brock Purdy manages 49ers to 45 points

18 Dec 2023

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The 49ers faced the threat of a letdown game against the Cardinals, and while the defense struggled more than we're used to, the offense didn't seem t...

49ers control their own playoff destiny

11 Dec 2023

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It wasn't pretty, but the 49ers found a way to beat the Seahawks again 28-16. moving to 10-3 on the season. They were also given an early Holiday gift...

49ers can't afford to slip against Seahawks

08 Dec 2023

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The 49ers are one game behind in the race for the No. 1 seed. With the Eagles slated to play the Cowboys on the road this week, San Francisco can't af...

49ers make a statement, dominate Eagles

04 Dec 2023

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The rematch wasn't much of a fight at Lincoln Financial Field. The 49ers spotted the Eagles six points and then never took their foot off the gas, sco...

The rematch: 49ers vs Eagles

01 Dec 2023

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The rematch we've all waited for. The 49ers travel East for an NFC Championship do-over against the 10-1 Eagles that have again proven the class of th...

49ers serve up Seahawks for Thanksgiving

24 Nov 2023

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The 49ers traveled North on a short week to face their division rival Seahawks on Thanksgiving night. Rob breaks down a convincing win for Kyle Shanah...

49ers should handle the Seahawks

22 Nov 2023

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Coming off their second straight win against the Bucs, the 49ers travel on a short week to play the Seahawks in Seattle on Thanksgiving - a matchup th...

Brock Purdy perfect, 49ers best Bucs

20 Nov 2023

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The 49ers beat the Buccaneers in an imperfect game for everyone but quarterback Brock Purdy, who threw for a perfect passer rating for the first time ...

Can 49ers stay hot against Bucs?

17 Nov 2023

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The 49ers got right against the Jaguars, stomping out their 5-game win streak with a convincing 34-3 win in Jacksonville, similar to how they bested t...

49ers get right, dominate Jaguars

13 Nov 2023

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The 49ers were back to their old ways on Sunday, destroying the Jaguars 34-3 in Jacksonville. Rob gives his thoughts after an impressive with for San ...

49ers must get back on track against Jaguars

10 Nov 2023

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The 49ers, with Super Bowl aspirations, have lost three straight and now face one of the NFL's best in the Jaguars. Rob breaks down the matchup and wh...

The 49ers So Far

06 Nov 2023

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Rob presents his takeaways from the 49ers' season so far - one that saw a 5-0 team at the peak of their powers endure a three-game losing streak, putt...

Breaking: DE Chase Young to the 49ers

01 Nov 2023

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The 49ers made waves before the trade deadline, trading for Washington pass rusher Chase Young. The former No. 2 overall pick is headed to San Francis...

The 49ers' wheels have fallen off

30 Oct 2023

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Three straight losses for the 49ers, who fell to Bengals 31-17 at Levi's Stadium on Sunday. Neither the offense or defensive side of the ball had a le...

Brock Purdy's status uncertain vs Bengals

27 Oct 2023

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Quarterback Brock Purdy suffered a concussion in the 49ers' loss to the Vikings, placing his status into question for the team's home matchup against ...

Brock Purdy, 49ers defense embarrassed on Primetime

24 Oct 2023

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The 49ers, hoping to rebound after a rough loss to the Browns, looked worse for wear on Monday against the Vikings. The defense was torched through th...

Will 49ers rebound against Vikings?

20 Oct 2023

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After a rough loss to the Browns, the 49ers look to return to their winning ways as they travel East again to face the 2-4 Vikings, led by quarterback...

49ers fall apart against Browns

16 Oct 2023

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The 49ers struggled in all phases of the game on Sunday against a stubborn Browns team, culminating in a missed game-winner for rookie kicker Jake Moo...

A stubborn Browns defense awaits 49ers

13 Oct 2023

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Rob is joined by Kyle Posey of Niners Nation to talk Cowboys, Brock Purdy, Prize Picks and the impending matchup against a dominant Browns defense. Th...

49ers humble Cowboys on Primetime

09 Oct 2023

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The 49ers remain undefeated after a 42-10 primetime beatdown of the Cowboys at Levi's Stadium. From start to finish, on offense, defense and special t...

It's 49ers vs Cowboys: Enough said

06 Oct 2023

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It's one of the NFL's marquee matchups this regular season and one of the most storied rivalries in football: 49ers vs Cowboys. Rob breaks down it dow...

49ers remain undefeated, beating the Birds

02 Oct 2023

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The 49ers are one of two teams that remain undefeated, beating the Cardinals 35-16 to move to 4-0 on the season. Rob breaks down standout performances...

49ers prepare for sneaky Cardinals

29 Sep 2023

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The 49ers shouldn't be overlooking the Cardinals, a team Kyle Shanahan admitted could easily be 3-0. Coming off a surprising with over the Cowboys, th...

49ers dismantle Giants on Primetime

22 Sep 2023

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The 49ers won their home opener in convincing fashion, beating the Giants 30-12 in a game that more one-sided than the score suggest. Rob breaks down ...

Talking 49ers vs. Giants on Thursday at Levi's

20 Sep 2023

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The 49ers return to Levi's Stadium for their home opener on Thursday to face the Giants. The 49ers are coming off a surprisingly challenging matchup a...

49ers outlast Rams, lead NFC West

18 Sep 2023

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The 49ers traveled to Los Angeles for a divisional matchup against the Rams. It was a back and forth affair that saw the 49ers turn up the heat in the...

Brock Purdy's legit, Rams Breakdown

15 Sep 2023

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The NFL world has begun to take notice of 49ers QB Brock Purdy, and they're right to do so. Rob breaks down why that's the case, and how the 49ers sta...

49ers crush Steelers in Pittsburgh

11 Sep 2023

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The 49ers made a statement on Sunday against the Steelers. Kyle Shanahan's offense and new coordinator Steve Wilks' defense fired on all cylinders to ...

Nick Bosa got paid, 49ers vs Steelers breakdown

08 Sep 2023

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There's a lot to unpack from Nick Bosa's massive, record-breaking new contract with the 49ers, including some moves the team made to brace the salary ...

Episode 300: Eric Crocker joins to talk life, 49ers, Steelers and more

07 Sep 2023

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*Recorded before Nick Bosa deal*We're joined by Eric Crocker of the Locked on 49ers Podcast (and more) to talk about his journey back to the Golden St...

49ers' initial 53-man breakdown

30 Aug 2023

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The dark day is upon us. It's that time of the offseason where nearly 40 players get the news that they're no longer a member of an NFL franchise. Let...

49ers and Trey Lance part ways

26 Aug 2023

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The Trey Lance saga has come to a close, the 49ers sending their former third-overall pick to the Dallas Cowboys in exchange for a 2024 fourth-rounder...

Is this the end of the Trey Lance saga?

24 Aug 2023

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The 49ers again found themselves in the headlines on Wednesday when news broke that veteran QB Sam Darnold was being named Brock Purdy's backup over f...

Brock's back, 49ers QBs shine in preseason win

20 Aug 2023

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The 49ers made their preseason debut at Levi's Stadium on Sunday, beating the Broncos 21-20 thanks to fourth quarter heroics led by quarterback Trey L...

Quarterback rant and some players to watch

18 Aug 2023

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The quarterback talking points have gotten out of and Rob has some thoughts. He also takes a look at the players and positions to watch as the 49ers p...

49ers Struggle In Preseason Opener

14 Aug 2023

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With every starter on the sidelines, the 49ers struggled from top to bottom Sunday against the Raiders, losing 34-7 in their preseason opener. We got ...

On Location for 49ers' First Padded Practice

31 Jul 2023

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The 49ers brought out the pads on Monday and it didn't take long for tempers to flare. Rob was on-site at the Levi's Stadium practice field to see the...

Brock Purdy Returns to 49ers Training Camp

28 Jul 2023

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49ers training camp is in full swing, with QB Brock Purdy making his first official return to practice since his elbow injury in the NFC Championship ...

49ers Report for Training Camp

26 Jul 2023

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The entire 49ers roster (well, almost) has entered the building, reporting for the team's 2023 training camp. General manager John Lynch and head coac...

Tight End and Offensive Line

21 Jul 2023

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Our 49ers roster breakdown continues with the driving force of the offense, the tight ends and offensive line. It's George Kittle and everyone else, a...

49ers Roster Breakdown: Wide Receivers

14 Jul 2023

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Rob is back in the saddle with another roster breakdown, this time working through the 49ers' loaded group of pass-catchers and how they'll stack up i...

Brock Purdy just another Jimmy Garoppolo?

23 Jun 2023

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The 49ers can't escape quarterback talk, so we might as well embrace it. NFL film analyst Alex Rollins on YouTube created an interesting discussion on...

49ers Roster Breakdown: Backfield

16 Jun 2023

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We're in the doldrums of the NFL offseason as we count down the days before the start of NFL training camp. It's the perfect time to start breaking do...

Minicamp Ministories

09 Jun 2023

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The 49ers wrapped up mandatory minicamp, the last team activity before training camp in late July. Rob breaks down the storylines that emerged from th...

Embracing Alternate QB Realities

26 May 2023

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Organized Team Activities have begun for the 49ers, and after hearing from 49ers quarterbacks Brock Purdy, Trey Lance and Sam Darnold, Rob takes this ...

Predicting the 49ers' 2023 record

12 May 2023

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The 2023 season in all its glory was officially unveiled to the masses on Sunday, revealing all 17 weeks of the 49ers' 2023 schedule. Rob breaks down ...

Kyle Posey helps break down 49ers' draft class

05 May 2023

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Niners Nation's Kyle Posey joins the show to talk in-depth about the 49ers' draft class and how they fit into a crowded roster.  Learn more about you...

The 49ers' 2023 Draft Class

30 Apr 2023

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That's it. The 2023 NFL Draft is over, the 49ers coming away nine players to bolster a roster with playoff expectations. Rob breaks down every pick an...

The 49ers' Three Third-Rounders

29 Apr 2023

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The 49ers finally got to pick a player in the 2023 NFL Draft - three of them to be precise, all late in the third-round. Rob breaks down all the detai...

Trey Lance Trade Rumors, Mock Draft Roundup

21 Apr 2023

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The 2023 NFL Draft is quickly approaching for the 49ers. Of course, we couldn't have a draft without quarterback rumors, Trey Lance being the talk to ...

Ranking the 49ers' NFL Draft Needs

07 Apr 2023

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It's April, and the 2023 NFL Draft is quickly approaching. The 49ers don't have any first- and second-round picks, but that hasn't stopped them from g...

The 49ers' Never Ending Quarterback Story

31 Mar 2023

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Both GM John Lynch and head coach Kyle Shanahan spoke at the NFL Owner's Meetings, shedding further light on the 49ers' quarterback situation that is ...

State of the 49ers Roster

24 Mar 2023

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The first wave of free agency has subsided and it's time to take stock of the 49ers' additions, subtractions, and how they've impacted both the roster...

49ers Making Moves In Free Agency

16 Mar 2023

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The 49ers made a surprise splash, adding a premier player to an already stacked defense. Rob breaks down the additions and the losses as the team atte...

The Lamar Jackson Talk

10 Mar 2023

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Lamar Jackson is the flavor of the week, and the 49ers are no exception. Is it a possibility? Rob talks through the harsh reality of what it would tak...

John Lynch Outlines 49ers' Offseason Challenges

03 Mar 2023

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49ers general manager John Lynch spoke at the NFL Scouting Combine and to NBC Sports' Matt Maiocco, setting the stage for a challenging offseason ahea...

Trey Lance Update, 49ers News Roundup

17 Feb 2023

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The 49ers add a familiar name to their offense staff, Trey Lance talks arm fatigue, important dates and free agency losses. Rob breaks down all the la...

49ers News: Steve Wilks, Brock Purdy and More

09 Feb 2023

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The 49ers have a new defensive coordinator, Brock Purdy's injury gains clarity, Trey Lance talks about his upcoming offseason and more. Learn more abo...

49ers Review: Press Conference, Quarterbacks and More

03 Feb 2023

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It's been less than a week - but feels much longer - since the 49ers' meltdown against the Eagles in the NFC Championship. The show must go on, as Rob...

49ers Season Ends In Frustration, Heartbreak

30 Jan 2023

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The 49ers' season comes to a close with a disappointing loss to the Eagles in Philadelphia. Third-string turned starter, Brock Purdy, left the game in...

49ers vs Eagles Breakdown with Kyle Posey

27 Jan 2023

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Niners Nation's Kyle Posey joins Rob again to talk NFC Championship, with the 49ers traveling to Philadelphia to face the No. 1 seed Eagles with a tri...

49ers Advance to NFC Championship

23 Jan 2023

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The 49ers authored another chapter into their historic rivalry with the Cowboys, stifling Dallas enroute to a 19-12 win, earning their way to the NFC ...

49ers, Cowboys Deep Dive with Kyle Posey

20 Jan 2023

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Niners Nation's Kyle Posey joins Rob to take a deeper look into the roster matchups between the 49ers and Cowboys as they prepared for their divisiona...

Playoffs?! 49ers Dominate Seahawks

15 Jan 2023

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The Seahawks kept it interesting until the 49ers were given an excuse to dominate, crushing their division rival 41-23 in the first round of the playo...

49ers vs Seahawks with Kyle Posey

13 Jan 2023

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Rob is joined by Kyle Posey of Niners Nation to preview the 49ers' playoff matchup against the Seahawks. The divisional rivalry, 49ers playmakers, Bro...

Playoffs! 49ers vs. Seahawks: Round 3

10 Jan 2023

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The 49ers wrapped up the regular season with a 38-13 win over the Cardinals, and now turn their attention towards the playoffs. A 6-0 sweep of the div...