Striking Gold: A 49ers Pod

KJ recaps the 49ers 14-9 loss to the Bears where SF played competitively but had two boneheaded mistakes that did them end. Ultimately, this loss was good and keeps SF is position to pick No. 3 overall in the draft. KJ discusses Marquise Goodwin's role with the team for 2019, grades the season overall as a C+ and envisions what Earl Thomas and Josh Allen would look like on this defense.bluewirepods.com 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.

KJ discusses DeForest Buckner's Pro Bowl snub, the pros and cons of trading Nick Mullens, Solomon Thomas' best game of his career, lightly previewing the Week 16 matchup vs. Chicago and then sampling 10 minutes of Blue Wire's new 49ers podcast Candlestick Chronicles.Listen to more podcasts like this: bluewirepods.com 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.

KJ explains why he's not thrilled about beating Seattle, but also remains sympathetic to the 49ers fan base who has been starved for wins. Losing draft position puts a ton of pressure on John Lynch to deliver the goods this offseason. KJ recaps a pretty entertaining game that saw strong performances from Nick Mullens, Dante Pettis, DeForest Buckner and the defense in general.Listen to more podcasts like this: bluewirepods.com 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.

KJ is joined by good friend and former 49ers team reporter Taylor Price to discuss some of the funnier off the field storylines about the team this year including Arik Armstead's Twitter tirade against local reporter Ryan Sakamoto, Grant Cohn's coverage of the team, Kyle Shanahan's use of f-bombs, Jimmy G's partnership with Bose and then some football talk about Solomon Thomas and the offseason.Listen to more podcasts like this: bluewirepods.com 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.

KJ recaps the 49ers 20-14 win over the Denver Broncos. SF keeps it's pace for the No. 1 overall pick thanks to the Raiders win, George Kittle is officially a superstar tight end, Dante Pettis scores another touchdown, the defense stepped up. Great Sunday all around for the 49ers.Listen to more podcasts like this: bluewirepods.com 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.

KJ is joined by Sacramento Bee writer Chris Biderman for a wide-ranging 49ers discussions about whether the team has faced enough scrutiny for their record, Robert Saleh's job status, alterations to the front office, KJ's offseason predictions of Josh Allen (edge rusher) and Earl Thomas and some contract decisions looming about Arik Armstead, DeForest Buckner and Jerick McKinnon. Listen to more sports content like this: bluewirepods.com 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.

KJ recaps the 49ers 43-16 loss to Seattle. Robert Saleh is officially on the hot seat, but if the 49ers fire him, who is the replacement? If Saleh is kept, signing Earl Thomas signs like priority number one. KJ argues Kyle Shanahan should be spend the rest of December coaching defense to see how Saleh is performing. Dante Pettis, Nick Mullens and DeForest Buckner were bright spots.Listen to more podcasts like this: bluewirepods.com 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.

KJ dishes out his thoughts on the Redskins signing Reuben Foster including how Dan Snyder was probably more involved than you think and that the risk really isn't worth the rewards for Washington. KJ presents other 49ers topics including the matchup with Seattle, Nick Mullens and Solomon Thomas. Redskins reporter Craig Hoffman joins the pod.Listen to more podcasts like this: bluewirepods.com 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.

KJ gives his thoughts on the 49ers cutting Reuben Foster: SF made a big mistake drafting him and there will be repercussions felt across the defense and entire franchise for the mistake. KJ also recaps the game, whether or not to go back to C.J. Beathard and why losing out really is SF's best outcome for the 2018 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.

KJ is joined by 49ers blogger Dylan DeSimone where the two discuss San Francisco's 2-8 record, John Lynch's trade attempt for Khalil Mack, Robert Saleh's uncertain future, George Kittle, Ahkello Witherspoon, Nick Mullens/C.J. Beathard, Solomon Thomas, Fred Warner, Reuben Foster, Mike McGlinchey the wide receivers and Jimmy GaroppoloListen to more podcasts like this: bluewirepods.com 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.

KJ makes three main points: Kyle + John Lynch's toughest conversation is about the future of the defense, a potential name the 49ers could add to the front office to shake things up and the key stat of the season -36 point differential in 10 games. Roto World's Evan Silva joins KJ for a big picture discussion of the future in SF.Listen to more podcasts like this: bluewirepods.com 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.

KJ recaps the 49ers' 27-23 fourth quarter MNF loss to the Giants. KJ makes his points: What's the difference between 2-8 and 3-7? Nick Mullens experiment is going well, Breida and Kittle are mini stars, Richard Sherman has been a beast. The not-so bright spots: Ahkello Witherspoon, pass rush, end of game mangement.Follow KJ on Twitter: @Mr_KevinJonesListen to more podcasts like this: bluewirepods.com 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.

KJ discusses what QB Nick Mullens did on film, why the wave he's brought to the team is important, why he's most likely getting at least three starts even if he bombs, Mike McGlinchey's success, how to get Dante Pettis snaps, Dekoda Watson and some stats that may surprise you about SF's O and D.Follow KJ on Twitter: @Mr_KevinJonesListen to more podcasts like this bluewirepods.com 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.

KJ recaps the 49ers 34-3 blowout win over the Raiders, Nick Mullen's special night, why he should be the starter for the foreseeable future, whether Kyle Shanahan paired down the playbook and if that should continue, plus lots of other anecdotes and clowning on the Raiders. Follow KJ on Twitter: @Mr_KevinJonesListen to more podcasts like this bluewirepods.com 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.

KJ joined Ted Nguyen's Raiders Blue Wire Podcast, Coffee House Stunt. The two discuss the current turmoil in San Francisco and Oakland, whether it's better to win or tank, some matchups to watch on the field and what 2019 will bring for both of these franchisesFollow KJ and Ted on Twitter: @Mr_Kevin Jones @FB_FilmAnalysisbluewirepods.com 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.

KJ reviews the 49ers latest loss to the Cardinals, dropping the team's record to 1-7. KJ's theories: SF shouldn't be this bad without Jimmy G, Kyle's teams have a reputation for not being finishers, C.J. Beathard looks like a Kyle draft mistake. KJ also organizes the roster into 7 drawers: First-Wave Failures, Misjudged Baalke Holdovers, Players We're Unsure Of, Core Pieces, Solid Baalke Holdovers, Solid Role Players.Follow KJ on Twitter: @Mr_KevinJonesListen to more sports podcasts like thisbluewirepods.com 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.

KJ is joined by Adam Caplan where the conversation ranges from San Francisco's flaws on defense, to Kyle and John Lynch's control over personnel, what happens the rest of 2018, and what will 2019 look like?Follow KJ on Twitter: @mr_kevinjonesListen to more sports podcasts like thisbluewirepods.com 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.

KJ delves into the latest 49ers loss, a 39-10 drubbing from the LA Rams. All the weak spots are analyzed: Turnovers, wide receivers, CJ Beathard, Jaquiski Tartt, the d-line, Reuben Foster's struggles. KJ now believes winning isn't worth it: SF should be going for the No. 1 overall pick 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.

KJ dives into The Shanaplan: Building a high-powered offense predicated off the running game. Part of that plan is coming to fruition this season. KJ wonders why the 49ers aren't playing Solomon Thomas/Ahkello Witherspoon in a lost season and who is more to blame on defense: Robert Saleh or the personnel?Follow KJ on Twitter: @Mr_KevinJonesListen to more sports podcasts like thisbluewirepods.com 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.

Moments after the 33-30 loss to the Packers, KJ dives right into the game detailing Kyle's brilliant play-calling, not-so brilliant game management, highs & lows on defense, standout players, CJ Beathard trade bait, glimpse into 2019 and was this the 49ers best overall performance all season?Follow KJ on Twitter: @Mr_KevinJonesFor more local sports podcasting like this www.bluewirepods.com 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.

KJ is joined by USA Today Group's Rob Lowder to discuss a variety of 49ers topics: Kyle Shanahan, George Kittle, cornerback situation, C.J. Beathard's future, SF's defensive scheme and much more.Follow KJ on Twitter: @Mr_KevinJonesListen to more sports podcasts like thiswww.bluewirepods.com 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.

KJ gives out a harsh critique of the 49ers latest loss to the Arizona. KJ analyzes Kyle Shanahan and John Lynch, the flawed approach of focusing the roster on o-line, the injuries and whether or not the 49ers can turn it around this season.Follow KJ on Twitter: @mr_kevinjonesFind more local sports podcasts like thisbluewirepods.com 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.

KJ assesses every single unit on the 49ers and gives them a letter grade based off of expectations. KJ also compares and contrasts the 49ers and Cardinals organizations, and while both teams are rebuilding, SF is in a much better place structurally than AZ. Follow KJ on Twitter: @Mr_KevinJonesListen to more local sports podcastsbluewirepods.com 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.

KJ breaks down SF's 29-27 loss to the LA Chargers including C.J. Beathard's performance, the encouraging parts of the game, the issues with the defense and some wrong personnel decisions coming to the forefront.Follow KJ on Twitter: @Mr_KevinJonesListen to other local sports podcasts like thiswww.bluewirepods.com 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.

KJ analyzes what's next for the 49ers without Jimmy Garoppolo. The fan base is split: 3-13 for a better draft pick or 7-9 to overachieve and develop the roster some? KJ also points out flaws in SF's defensive scheme and why this is Kyle Shanahan's toughest coaching job yet.Follow KJ on Twitter: @Mr_KevinJonesListen to other local sports podcasts like thiswww.bluewirepods.com 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.

KJ delivers a somber podcast analyzing what comes next after the Jimmy Garoppolo injury for the rebuild, for Kyle + John Lynch, for C.J. Beathard and for the rest of this football team.Follow KJ on Twitter: @Mr_KevinJonesListen to more local sports podcasts like thisBlueWirePods.com 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.

KJ previews 49ers-Chiefs. KC is a buzz-saw right now and this is one of the harder matchups on the schedule. Everything will have to go right for SF to have a chance. Watch for adjustments with Adrian Colbert and Kyle's play-calling.Follow KJ on Twitter: @Mr_KevinJonesListen to more local sports podcasts like thisBlueWirePods.com 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.

KJ breaks down Jimmy Garoppolo, second cornerback, Kyle's play calling and why this little scare from the Lions might actually be a good thing for the 49ers locker room.Follow KJ on Twitter: @Mr_KevinJonesListen to more local sports podcasts like this BlueWirePods.com 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.

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KJ breaks down Kyle Shanahan's August philosophy, upwards trends in August (Alfred Morris, Solomon Thomas, O-Line, WRs) and downwards trends (SAM linebacker, QBs who can extend plays, busted coverages, drops, and the red zone). Stay tuned for a big podcasting announcement next week. Rate, subscribe and share the KJ podcast with a friend. Follow him on Twitter @Mr_KevinJones 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.

KJ is joined by former 49ers defensive lineman and newest NBC Sports Bay Area analyst Ian Williams. The two talk about San Francisco's defensive line, Arik Armstead's up and down career, Richard Sherman, Reuben Foster, Jimmy Garoppolo and trading for Khalil Mack. Make sure to rate, subscribe and share the KJ Podcast to fellow 49ers fans. Follow KJ on Twitter: @Mr_KevinJones 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.

KJ highlights Jimmy Garoppolo, running game concerns, themes emerging on defense and then projects his 53-man roster with a couple of tough cuts on defense. Follow KJ on Twitter: @Mr_KevinJones and please rate, subscibe and share this podcast with your friends 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.

KJ recaps the 49ers' 24-21 win over Dallas. The injury bug bites Malcolm Smith, George Kittle, Solomon Thomas and Matt Breida. The good things: D-Line, and Richie James. The not-so good: C.J. Beathard and Jimmie Ward. 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.

KJ previews players to watch for the 49ers: Julian Taylor, Malcolm Smith, Dante Pettis, Richie James vs. Aaron Burbridge, Joe Williams vs. Raheem Mostert and also why the 49ers were put in a weird spot with Richard Sherman's injury. Please rate and subscribe to the KJ Podcast for all the latest San Francisco 49er analysis 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.

KJ recaps the first four days of 49ers training camp. Dante Pettis' emergence could shift some roles on offense, Matt Breida needs more carries not less, the defense is collecting a bunch of mini stars and how a Week 1 win at Minnesota will keep the momentum rolling. Follow KJ on Twitter @Mr_KevinJones and share this podcast with a friend 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.

KJ hosts solo and spins forward the news of the day: Richard Sherman is officially cleared, collects his $2 million check and will now bring a heightened sense and competitive vibe to training camp. Kyle Shanahan was smart to call out the "expectations" elephant in the room and Jimmy G really could struggle some in training camp -- just as he did with the Patriots. Please subscribe to the KJ Podcast for two weekly episodes of San Francisco 49ers analysis Twitter: @Mr_KevinJones 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.

Niners Wire writer Chris Biderman joins the KJ Pod for in-depth analysis on Joe Williams, inside linebackers, Dante Pettis, pass rush, running game, Ahkello Witherspoon and some sleepers to watch during 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.

-KJ is joined by Ted Nguyen of The Athletic -Weaknesses for Jimmy G and Derek Carr to correct -What to expect from Jon Gruden Year 1 -Deck stacked against Robert Saleh? -What type of player can Dante Pettis be in the future -Matt Stafford, Kirk Cousins, Cam Newton or Jimmy Garoppolo? 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.

-One of KJ's sports media uncles Andre Knott joins the pod -How hated is the Bay Area in Cleveland? -LeBron to LA is a business decisions -- what will that business look like 10 years from now? -Cleveland seems to be handling LeBron leaving pretty well -Will LeBron ever win a title again? -Quick thoughts on Baker Mayfield, Hue Jackson and the Browns 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.

-John Middlekauf, former Eagles scout, 95.7 The Game host and podcaster for the Colin Cowherd Network, joins KJ -49ers storylines: Jimmy G, Year 2 leaps, pass rush, Richard Sherman -Future of sports media -Twitter strategies -What will sports gambling look like five years from 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.

-Jimmy Garoppolo struggles in June can help this football team -O-Line the red zone weapon? -Roster is better, doesn't make things easier -Kittle top Year 2 breakout player? -Taylor's injury a little concerning -Witherspoon has a strong spring -KJ's working on a new content project 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.

-Jimmy Garoppolo shreds the secondary -SF is easing in Reuben Foster -Body transformations typically don't matter -More Jimmy G talk -NFL players will likely strike in 2021 -Shifting our prespective on Solomon Thomas 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.

-KJ podcast live from NYC -Reuben Foster cleared of domestic violence charges -NFL's national anthem policy a disaster -Jed York -New throwback jerseys -OTAs observations 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.

-Longtime NFL Insider Adam Caplan joins the KJ Podcast -Whipping around the NFC: 49ers, Rams, Eagles, Packers, Seahawks, Vikings, and then KJ's former teams the Redskins and Browns -Caplan thinks Jerick McKinnon could have 70 receptions for the 49ers -Caplan wonders if there are underlying issues why the Chiefs traded Marcus Peters to LA -KJ picks the Packers as his NFC Super Bowl team 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.

-Big takeaway: Only one impact player on D? Fred Warner might be the best pick -Getting a little cute with the late round picks -Dante Pettis has star potential -A player-by-player breakdown 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.

-KJ doesn't love the pick, but doesn't hate it either -49ers left some potential defensive studs on the board -Trust Kyle Shanahan's evaluation of OL -KJ has always said Trent Brown is not an ideal fit for Shanahan's O -SF has to focus on defense in 2nd and 3rd round 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.

-Roquan Smith the 49ers - safe and smart pick -Browns take Darnold and Chubb -Patriots trade up for Josh Allen -Seahawks sadly land Harold Landry -Combing through some 49ers news and nuggets 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.