Candlestick Chronicles: A 49ers Pod

Chris is riding solo and reacts to the San Francisco 49ers' 32-19 win against the New York Jets, why it felt like an old school win different from Kyle Shanahan's typical style, the defense stepping up and looking a little different, what wasn't great (Brandon Aiyuk's end zone drop) and all the offseason discussion feeling like a moot point. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kyle and Chris offer their big takes and predictions heading into the new season, including some on Brock Purdy, Deebo Samuel, the rookie class, the offensive line, the defense and more. Then they offer their thoughts about Monday's opener against the New York Jets and how they think the 49ers will play. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Ricky Pearsall incident, Trent Williams coming back, Brandon Aiyuk speaks, Christian McCaffrey's back at practice and Deebo Samuel restructures in quite the busy news week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kyle and Chris discuss the big breaking news of the day, and perhaps the month of August, that Brandon Aiyuk finally signed a contract extension worth $120 million over four seasons. How we got here, the reporting along the way, why the 49ers need to open their wallets to win a Super Bowl this season, and a lot more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

49ers legend and Hall of Fame linebacker Patrick Willis rejoins Candlestick Chronicles to talk about his experience at the enshrinement, his most memorable conversation, what he does with the gold jacket, his new collectable trading card drop and a lot more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kyle and Chris break down the first version of the San Francisco 49ers' 53-man roster after Kyle Shanahan and John Lynch made their final cuts including thoughts on Elijah Mitchell's injury, surprises at cornerback, linebacker, tight end and defensive line, and what it all means with Brandon Aiyuk and Trent Williams' contract statuses still up in the air! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kyle and Chris break down their 53-man roster projection and the difficult decisions facing Kyle Shanahan and John Lynch ahead of cut-down day on Tuesday following the preseason finale against the Las Vegas Raiders -- how the injury situations could impact things, the tough decisions at receiver, tight end, offensive line, cornerback and linebacker, and a lot more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kyle and Chris break down the interesting things happening to the back end of the San Francisco 49ers' roster ahead of the preseason finale Friday against the Las Vegas Raiders, the battles that could be determined with strong performances, a possible trade candidate, and why the rookie is trending in the right direction early on in the process. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kyle is back to break down the San Francisco 49ers' preseason win over the New Orleans Saints. Who stood out, thoughts on roster battles, Brock Purdy, the other quarterbacks and a lot more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kyle and Chris openly hope the Brandon Aiyuk saga ends while they record, and they discuss why his price shouldn't matter in the short term because of what could happen in the long run, they share quick thoughts on the upcoming preseason game against the New Orleans Saints and a lot more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kyle and Chris break down their thoughts from the San Francisco 49ers preseason opener, the battle to back up Brock Purdy and why Brandon Allen seems to have the edge over Josh Dobbs, the serious lack of pass rush, who stood out for good and bad reasons, joint practices with the Saints being cancelled because of injury, and the big question: are the vibes just bad right now? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kyle and Chris break down why the San Francisco 49ers don't have to trade Brandon Aiyuk, which would be the worst thing the organization has done since Kyle Shanahan and John Lynch were hired. They also preview Saturday's preseason opener against the Tennessee Titans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

There was breaking news after we recorded out podcast episode Monday afternoon from Matt Maiocco, who wrote the 49ers have the framework in place for a trades sending Brandon Aiyuk to either Cleveland or New England. The episode, which was recorded before that breaking news, talked about other Aiyuk thoughts, their takeaways from training camp, and they chat with 49ers beat writer for The Athletic, the great Matt Barrows. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kyle and Chris break down Brandon Aiyuk's dap with John Lynch at Kyle Shanahan during 49ers practice, what it could mean, the likelihood it leads to a new contract, and they discuss Trent Williams' ongoing absence and when his contract situation could be resolved. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kyle and Chris are break to talk about Brock Purdy's interceptions from the first two padded practices, whether or not they matter, the proper context surrounding them, what it means for the defense – and they also discuss the new quarterback contracts around the league and how they could impact Purdy's looming contract discussions, plus more Brandon Aiyuk things with another receiver signing a new deal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kyle and Chris discuss Trent Williams' absence from the start of San Francisco 49ers training camp, why he's holding out, Brandon Aiyuk's hold-in, why it might be smart to abolish the salary cap altogether, and then they preview the team's situation at quarterback with Brock Purdy poised for another big season following some offseason work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kyle and Chris discuss Brandon Aiyuk reporting to the San Francisco 49ers for the start of training camp despite not having a contract, why it's a good sign, why the front office needs to get these deals done sooner, and perhaps consider rethinking the way they approach contracts, starting with Brock Purdy, plus the preview the team's FASCINATING competition at cornerback. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kyle and Chris break down the San Francisco 49ers' running back group ahead of training camp and look at key topics like Christian McCaffrey's availability, the stiff competition among all the backups, why a recent draft pick is a breakout candidate and a lot more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kyle and Chris break down what Brandon Aiyuk's trade demand means for the San Francisco 49ers, why it's similar to what happened with Deebo Samuel in 2022, what it means for first-round draft pick Ricky Pearsall and a lot more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kyle and Chris preview the San Francisco 49ers' safeties ahead of the start of training camp and look at key questions such as: is Malik Mustapha going to break out? How does Talanoa Hufanga's injury impact his start to the season? What's the grade of the group? And a lot more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kyle and Chris break down the San Francisco 49ers' situation at tight end, including Fred Warner and Dre Greenlaw, and preview the position ahead of the start of training camp. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kyle and Chris break down the San Francisco 49ers situation at tight end by offering their takes on the guys behind George Kittle, what Logan Thomas brings to the team, a breakout candidate, the battle for third role and a lot more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kyle and Chris preview the 49ers' defensive and offensive lines ahead of the start of training camp including asking the biggest questions, identifying breakout candidates, looking at the most interesting position battles and a lot more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Asking some key questions ahead of the 49ers season, including: Are we sure Brandon Aiyuk's contract standoff isn't going to impact his regular season? Are we sure the team's defensive line is good enough? Are we sure they don't need to find another safety? And are we sure Kyle Shanahan will still have a run-first approach? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kyle and Chris dive into Brandon Aiyuk's viral Tiktok video which he indicates the San Francisco 49ers don't want him back amid their contract talks. They break down why a deal is still likely to get done, when it's likely to get done, how much money he'll get, and a lot more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kyle and Chris go through Kyle's all-time 49ers 53-man roster. Who starts at quarterback? Do Brock Purdy, Deebo Samuel and Christian McCaffrey have strong cases? What about Roger Craig? Did Richard Sherman make the cut? They go through the names and some notable omissions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kyle Madson and Chris Biderman break down what Christian McCaffrey's new deal with the San Francisco 49ers means, how it relates to Brandon Aiyuk, who is missing mandatory OTAs, Ricky Pearsall reports and a lot more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kyle and Chris break down what the San Francisco 49ers bringing back receiver Jauan Jennings on a new two-year contract means, whether or not it was a good deal, what it means and doesn't mean for the receiver room going forward, Jed York's spending, and a lot more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kyle and Chris are joined by San Francisco 49ers All-Pro linebacker Fred Warner. He talks about being a new father, whether or not the rest disadvantage matters, Brandon Aiyuk, OTAs, the new-look defensive coaching staff, the Super Bowl hangover and a lot more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kyle and Chris break down their initial thoughts from the start of San Francisco 49ers' OTAs, Brandon Aiyuk and Jauan Jennings not being there, the importance of Nick Bosa and Deebo Samuel participating, Brock Purdy's healthy offseason, Christian McCaffrey probably deserving a new contract, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kyle and Chris break down their initial thoughts of the San Francisco 49ers' regular season schedule that was released Wednesday, they pick their favorite games, the toughest stretches, go over rest disparities, the importance of bye week placement and a lot more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kyle and Chris take a look at the San Francisco 49ers' opponents for the 2024 season ahead of their schedule getting released on Wednesday. They go back and forth with a draft of the most interesting games of the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kyle and Chris talk about something ESPN wrote about Brandon Aiyuk being a "loser" following the 2024 NFL Draft, Brock Purdy's contract and why the San Francisco 49ers' 2022 draft class is on the bubble going into training camp. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The 49ers 2024 NFL draft class has been assigned jersey numbers! What does it mean for each player? Chris and Kyle break it down (with actual real analysis sprinkled in). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kyle and Chris break down their takeaways from the 49ers' draft class, why they're optimistic about some picks, how they fit, trends, and how many can become starters in the coming seasons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kyle and Chris break down the San Francisco 49ers' selection of Florida wide receiver Ricky Pearsall with the No. 31 pick in the 2024 NFL draft, how he fits with Kyle Shanahan and Brock Purdy, and what it means for the future of the team's receiving corps. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tej Seth, a data scientist from Sumer Sports, dives into some of the players he likes and dislikes from this year's NFL draft, and why trading back is typically a better move than trading up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kyle and Chris are joined by Striking Gold's Rob Lowder to do three separate first-round mock drafts to find the best prospects for the San Francisco 49ers at pick No. 31. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Danny Kelly of The Ringer joins Kyle and Chris to talk about the prospects the San Francisco 49ers might be considering early in the 2024 NFL draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kyle and Chris break down their thoughts on what DeVonta Smith's new contract extension means for Brandon Aiyuk and why it's a positive development as he looks for a new contract, and they have some more early takes about the 49ers' direction in the NFL draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kyle rolls through each of his picks from a 7-round mock draft for the 49ers, and dives into some of the team-building decisions the 49ers will face in this year's draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kyle Madson and Chris Biderman break down their early thoughts for the San Francisco 49ers and their 31st overall pick in the 2024 NFL draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kyle and Chris are back to talk about Brandon Aiyuk's Instagram post, the NFL banning hip drop tackles, and other news in the 49ers world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kyle is joined by 95.7 the Game's Joe Shasky (listen to the Morning Roast M-F from 6-10AM on 95.7 FM) to talk about the 49ers' future and the reasons for optimism and pessimism about it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kyle discusses the 49ers' punishment for an accounting error, and looks at a couple of the intriguing free agent signings San Francisco made Monday. Use code CANDLESTICK on Prizepicks for a deposit match up to $100 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kyle and Chris break down the 49ers' first week into free agency, whether their week has been good, bad or just okay. They break down their feelings on the additions, the departure of Arik Armstead, Brandon Aiyuk trade "rumors," Eric Kendricks saying thanks but no thanks, and they talk pies.Download Prizepicks and use code CANDLESTICK for a deposit match up to $100 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kyle and Chris break down the opening of the legal tampering for the San Francisco 49ers ahead of the new league year, Arik Armstead's release, and why it hasn't hit the transaction wire just yet, adding Leonard Floyd, Yetur Gross-Matos agreeing during the show, and more! Brought to you by Prize Picks. Use code CANDLESTICK for a deposit match up to $100 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kyle and Chris take a look at the 49ers' roster and break down what positions they should look at during free agency and the upcoming NFL draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kyle and Chris break down the 49ers' decision to hire Nick Sorensen as their new defensive coordinator while also hiring former Chargers head coach Brandon Staley to be an associate head coach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Chris and Kyle discuss the future of the 49ers' WR room and what matters for teams at the NFL combine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.