Striking Gold: A 49ers Pod

The 49ers had an active day after their 17-13 defeat of the Seahawks in Seattle. Rob breaks down all the latest, including some major injury news, a significant extension and the return of a fan favorite. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's Takeaway Time! Rob breaks down all of your takeaways from San Francisco's gritty 17-13 win over the Seahawks on the road in a hostile Seattle. Brock Purdy's roller coaster, Jake Moody's misses, Christian McCaffrey's touches and Nick Bosa's walkoff; it's all in here! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's here. We're just days away from the 49ers' regular season debut against the Seahawks in Seattle. It's a new season, but we find ourselves in a familiar place as RB Christian McCaffrey's status has come under question. Rob talks us through it, along with the rest of the 49ers roster and how it stacks up against their division rival. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Embattled 49ers receiver Jauan Jennings returned to practice today after a 5-week "recovery" from an early training camp calf injury. Rob breaks down all the angles of Jennings' situation and the outlook for San Francisco's pass catchers moving forward. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The 49ers' 53-man roster was announced on Tuesday and has already undergone some changes. Rob takes a position-by-position look at the roster, including the latest from general manager John Lynch and head coach Kyle Shanahan. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's Takeaway Time! Rob breaks down all of your takeaways from San Francisco's 30-23 win over the Jim Harbaugh-led Chargers in the team's final preseason game at Levi's Stadium. More about K Jake Moody, LB Nick Martin's ascension and players fighting for their spot on the 53-man roster. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We're less than a week from the 49ers' final preseason game and the roster cutdown day that follows. Rob takes a crack at predicting what the team's 53-man roster might look like after Tuesday's deadline - which includes a trade San Francisco made for a receiver on Wednesday. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's Takeaway Time! Rob breaks down all of your takeaways from San Francisco's 22-19 nailbiter over the Raiders in their Week 2 of the preseason at Allegiant Stadium. From Jake Moody to Brock Purdy and Ricky Pearsall's connection, it's all in here! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Raiders hosted the 49ers for a joint practice prior to Saturday's preseason matchup. Rob breaks down the injuries holding the 49ers back and the reports coming off the practice field from Las Vegas. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

49ers football is back! It might not have been pretty, but it's back nonetheless. It's Takeaway Time! and Rob is here to read all of your takeaways from San Francisco's 30-9 loss to the Broncos in their preseason opener at Levi's Stadium. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rob was on the practice field for the 49ers' 12th day of training camp as they hosted the Denver Broncos for a joint practice prior to Saturday's preseason matchup. Rob breaks down the day from 1-on-1 drills to a lengthy team session that saw both the 49ers and Broncos hold the upper hand. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rob was again at Levi's Stadium for the 49ers' 11th practice of training camp where rookie CB Upton Stout continues to make plays and earn praise. Rob breaks down the highlights from today's practice, which included more from WR Ricky Pearsall, QB Brock Purdy, LB Dee Winters and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rob was on hand at t Levi's Stadium for the 49ers' 10th practice of training camp. WR Ricky Pearsall and rookie CB Upton Stout went head to head on a trio of matchups and created exciting plays on either side of the ball. Rob breaks down their battle, roster news and more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rob is on the ground at Levi's Stadium for the 49ers' first padded practice of training camp. It was an exciting practice with plenty of takeaways and a strong spotlight on rookies. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The San Francisco 49ers resumed training camp on Sunday with their second set of three practices. Rob breaks down the return of second-year wideout Ricky Pearsall, some fluctuation at the wide receiver position, as well as the latest roster news. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Training camp has officially begun for the 49ers. Rob breaks down the news from the day, including all of the highlights from team's first practice. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The 49ers are on the cusp of training camp and Rob has 15 questions for the team as they prepare for the 2025 season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

49ers rookie Alfred Collins finally signed his rookie deal, seemingly ending the stalemate between teams and their second-round picks that were seeking fully guaranteed deals. In addition to Collins, Rob breaks down the remaining roster positions at running back, tight end and quarterback. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The 49ers were finally on track to have an offseason without contract drama, but Jauan Jennings had other plans. Rob breaks down the wide receiver's request for a new deal from San Francisco, or the reported trade request that may follow. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Can 49ers receiver Brandon Aiyuk be ready for Week 1? Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area says there's a chance. Rob discusses Aiyuk's comeback and how it'll impact the rest of the receiving roster in the latest training camp position breakdown. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Our 49ers roster breakdown continues, this time moving into the trenches on both sides of the ball. Rob analyzes the two groups, both filled with uncertainty and competition that will shake out during training camp and beyond. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The 49ers roster breakdown continues with linebackers and safeties. Rob breaks down the two groups that are primed for a training camp battle with multiple starting spots up for grabs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We're just weeks away from the 49ers kicking off training camp, so Rob begins his roster breakdown with cornerbacks after leading man Deommodore Lenoir found himself in the wrong kind of spotlight. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

49ers receiver Brandon Aiyuk, in the midst of recovering from a serious knee injury, found his way back into the headlines after a YouTube post laughing at the idea of him being traded. Rob discusses Aiyuk's latest, as well as some of the reactions around the 49ers landscape. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The San Francisco 49ers wrapped up mandatory minicamp and now get some much-needed time away before their next challenge: NFL Training Camp. Rob breaks down all of his unanswered questions for the team that will need answering when the 49ers report back to Santa Clara in late-July. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The 49ers wrapped up their mandatory minicamp on Wednesday. It was the last time the team steps on the field until training camp in late July. Rob gathered up the latest word from practice to break down who has stood out so far this offseason. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Pro Football Focus recently ranked the rosters of all 32 NFL teams and the 49ers may not have been ranked as highly as we've come to think. Rob takes what we need from OTAs and contrasts it with PFF's assessment of San Francisco's current crop of players. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The 49ers are reportedly in the final stages of trading for Eagles pass rusher Bryce Huff, whose last standout season came under Robert Saleh with the Jets, who is now the defensive coordinator in San Francisco. Rob breaks down the move and it's impact on the defensive line, as well as gives his initial reaction the team beginning offseason OTAs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Matt Barrows of The Athletic joins Rob to discuss his detailed insight into the 49ers' draft class after an in-depth interview with 49ers director of player personnel, Tariq Ahmad. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Brock Purdy met with the media today for the first time after signing his new, 5-year, $265 million dollar deal to lead the 49ers for the foreseeable future. Rob breaks down some of his takeaways from the both the press conference and the finer details that have emerged from Purdy's new deal. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jennifer Lee Chan of NBC Sports Bay Area joins Rob to offer her unique insight into LB Fred Warner's extension. The two also discuss QB Brock Purdy's new, record-breaking contract and the 49ers' new approach to the offseason. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's done. The 49ers and quarterback Brock Purdy have agreed with a 5-year, $265 million contract extension that ties him to San Francisco until 2030. Rob breaks down the details and why Purdy is where he belongs on the list of NFL signal callers that have and will be paid top dollar. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The 2025 NFL schedule has been released - and contrary to years past - the 49ers are on the bright side. Rob breaks down the advantages and how the season sets up San Francisco for a possible postseason return. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

New defensive coordinator Robert Saleh and special teams coordinator Brant Boyer spoke with the media this week. Rob discusses what we should expect from the pair based on their new insights, and how they could shape the 49ers on the field moving forward. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How valuable is TE George Kittle to the 49ers? It's a topic Rob discusses after news broke that San Francisco was offered a 2nd-round pick for Kittle prior to his extension. GM John Lynch also provided us with some insight into the draft process and offered a brief update on QB Brock Purdy's looming extension. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kyle Posey of Niners Nation joins Rob to take another look at the 49ers' 11-man class a week after the NFL Draft, sharing their final impressions and how each player fits into San Francisco's plans this season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The 49ers received some unfavorable grades following their 11-person NFL Draft class, with the term "reach" being used as a common reason why. Rob takes a deep into the 49ers' draft habits in regards to "reaching," what it means to select players ahead of their consensus ranking and if it's worked out for John Lynch and Kyle Shanahan. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The NFL Draft has come and gone and the 49ers wrapped up their 11-man class of players today with seven new selections on Day 3. Rob takes a detailed look at all of the Day 3 selections and offers his take on the class as a whole. Did the 49ers get it right? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The 49ers made three picks on Day 2 on the NFL Draft, all on the defensive side of the ball. Rob breaks down the players and how they fit on to Robert Saleh's defense. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The 49ers made their first pick of the 2025 NFL Draft, selecting Georgia defensive end Mykel Williams at 11th overall. Kyle Posey of Niners Nation joins Rob to break down everything about Williams' fit with the 49ers, as well as additional roster needs as they prepare for Day 2 of the NFL Draft. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We're on the eve of the 2025 NFL Draft and it's a BlueWire crossover - Kyle Madson of Candlestick Chronicles and Rob Lowder of Striking Gold combine forces to predict one 49ers pick from each day of the draft. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rob is joined again by John Chapman of the 49ers Rush podcast and YouTube show for their annual tradition - the 49ers Top-30 visits only Mock NFL Draft - where Rob and John are required to pick from the pool of players that have been brought to Santa Clara for an in-person visit. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jake Hutchinson of the Dieter and Hutch Show joins Rob to talk all things NFL Draft, including the prospects he loves and hates that are commonly paired with the 49ers. Jake also touches on his process of creating a Draft Guide, the possibility of trading up and down and his ideal approach to San Francisco's draft strategy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Athletic's Matt Barrows - esteemed 49ers beat writer - joins Rob to take a detailed dive into the team's' NFL Draft plans. The pair discuss Barrows' 2025 draft crush, the team's obvious need along the defensive front and how much is hinging on this 2025 draft class. They even threw in an impromptu 3-round mock draft, because why not?! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

John Chapman of the 49ers Rush Podcast and YouTube show joins Rob for a special mock NFL Draft Battle, where both make all 11 picks for the 49ers to see who comes out on top with the best class. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The NFL Draft is just over two weeks away, and the 49ers might be giving us clues as to their intensions. Rob breaks down the team's Top 30 visits so far and how they may be painting a pictures of the team's priorities heading into the draft. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Niners Nation's Kyle Posey joins Rob to play the role of 49ers GM John Lynch, making all 11 picks in a full 7-round mock NFL Draft that has the team leaning heavily into the trenches. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's April, which means it's NFL Draft month, which also makes it mock draft season. Rob offers his first mock draft of the month utilizing Pro Football Focus' mock draft simulator to make all 11 of the 49ers' draft picks live during the show. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rob is joined by John Chapman of the 49ers Rush podcast and YouTube Show for an NFL Draft crossover episode. The pair put their thoughts together on NFL Draft philosophy and the state of the roster, finishing with a full 7-round mock draft with Rob manning the helm as GM. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We're one month out from the 2025 NFL Draft, which means it's about time we took a look at all of the players that are most commonly associated with the 49ers at Pick 11. Rob breaks down all the prospects and how they'd fit in to a roster that is in need of reinforcements. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.