Striking Gold: A 49ers Pod

The 49ers have parted ways with a slew of high profile players since the start of free agency, leaving many to question the plan of GM John Lynch and coach Kyle Shanahan. Rob talks through each departure and why it's not time to panic, but it is fair to wonder, especially in regards to one position group in particular. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Day 2 of free agency has come and gone, for the most part, the 49ers missing out on the chance to add former Chargers DE Joey Bosa to pair with his brother, Nick, on the defense line. Rob discusses why that wasn't necessarily a bad thing (but it isn't great,) as well as the several other players San Francisco added to the roster on Day 2. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

NFL free agency "began" on Monday, giving way to a handful of 49ers players signing with new teams in an expected exodus that seems like a retooling of sorts for Kyle Shanahan's team. Rob breaks down the exits, additions, the projected compensatory picks and names to look for on Day 2 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.

Tim Kawakami of the San Francisco Standard joins Rob on Striking Gold to talk about his insight into the team. Tim talks about the likelihood of former Chargers DE Joey Bosa joining his brother Nick on the 49ers defensive line, as well as the 49ers' new dynamic, where high-priced contracts may be harder to come by. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Several reports indicate the 49ers have shifted their priorities prior to NFL free agency, with John Lynch and Kyle Shanahan focused on shedding big contracts and being more picky about where they spend. Rob discusses the causes, and how the team is at odds with itself after a disappointing season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Breaking news: 49ers WR Deebo Samuel has been traded to the Washington Commanders for a 5th-round pick. Rob breaks down the news, Deebo then vs. Deebo now, the salary cap implications and how it'll affect San Francisco's offense moving forward. Rob also ends with the slowly building news that the 49ers may be willing to move on from their other star receiver - Brandon Aiyuk. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

49ers general manager John Lynch spoke at the NFL Combine. Rob breaks down the main points, as well as details what he believes San Francisco needs to do in order to achieve a successful free agency. 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.

NFL free agency is just a few weeks out, so Rob takes a look at every single player on Pro Football Focus' Top 100 free agents and how they might or might not fit into the 49ers plans. 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.

Free agency is approaching quicky and it won't be long before it's time to talk NFL Draft, so before we dive into both, Rob ranks all of the 49ers position groups, starting with those most in need of reinforcements. 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.

Despite their season ending after Week 17, the 49ers were in the headlines again on Super Bowl Sunday, news breaking that Deebo Samuel had requested yet another trade from San Francisco. Rob talks through the situation and likely end result, also offering his takeaways from the Eagles' Super Bowl victory, and what the 49ers need to do to return to the postseason. 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 Cleveland Browns' star pass rusher, Myles Garrett, has requested a trade and sent the NFL abuzz with possible landing spots. There will be no shortage of options for Garrett, but the 49ers might be in a better position than most teams to trade for the NFL's best defensive player, should John Lynch and Kyle Shanahan elect to engage - which they should. The Striking Gold podcast is presented by Prize Picks. 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 Posey of Niners Nation joins Rob to offer their offseason suggestions to give the 49ers their best chance at returning to the postseason, including new contracts, free agency and draft needs. This episode of Striking Gold is presented by Prize Picks. 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 Shanahan finally found his coordinators, the 49ers announcing the return of Robert Saleh to run the defense and Brant Boyer for special teams. Both are well-regarded and Rob breaks down their outlook and impact for the 49ers. He also reviews every pending free agent from the team and whether they should stay with the 49ers are be ushered into the open market. This episode of Striking Gold is presented by Prize Picks. 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 last 48 hours has been a whirlwind of reality shoe-esque drama for the NFL, with the 49ers watching from the wayside as the Jaguars and Buccaneers influence their hopes for the return of former defensive coordinator Robert Saleh. Rob breaks down the latest news, which includes a new frontrunner for the special teams coordinator position, as well. 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 Shanahan and the 49ers remain dormant in their search for a new defensive and special teams coordinators while the rest of the NFL makes their hires. Rob talks about his reaction the NFL divisional round, as well as how things are shaking out for the 49ers in the hunt for new coaching staff. 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 discourse around social media has seen comparisons between QB Brock Purdy and virtually every other quarterback playing in the NFL postseason. Rob talks about why most of the comparisons are dead in the water, especially in regards to who Purdy should really be likened to. Rob also breaks down what the 49ers could learn from the Rams' playoff win and offers and update on Kyle Shanahan's coordinator search. 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 Shanahan and John Lynch met with media on Wednesday, addressing and confirming reports that they fired special teams coordinator Brian Schneider and demoted defensive coordinator Nick Sorenson. Rob discusses how this decision leaves the 49ers with a tough task of hiring new coordinators, but also opens up the opportunity to improve significantly if they make the right moves, quickly. 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 finally end their disappointing season with a fitting 47-24 loss to the Cardinals, securing the 11th overall pick in this year's draft and setting the stage for a crucial offseason with change expected at all levels. Rob breaks down the future challenges and all of your thoughts from Takeaway Time. The Striking Gold podcast is brought to you by Prize Picks. 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 have reached the last game of a disappointing season that has a fanbase discussing the draft pick ramifications of a win or loss versus the Cardinals on Sunday. Rob talks through Brock Purdy's injury, as well as the ailments for the rest of the team, along with the draft implications of Sunday's result. The Striking Gold podcast is brought to you by Prize Picks. 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.

No one expected the 49ers to beat the Lions, but they gave it one hell of a run anyways, eventually succumbing to their usual demons in the 40-34 loss at Levi's Stadium. Rob breaks down the details and all of your thoughts from Takeaway Time. The Striking Gold podcast is brought to you by Prize Picks. 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 Shanahan spoke with the media on Thursday, highlighting what the expectations were for a team that will miss the playoffs for the first time in four years. Rob talks through injuries, the mentality and the road ahead for the 49ers. The Striking Gold podcast is brought to you by Prize Picks. 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 were officially eliminated from the playoffs today before their embarrassing loss to the Dolphins, which was fitting considering how they played in the game. Rob breaks down the loss and all of your thoughts from Takeaway Time. The Striking Gold podcast is brought to you by Prize Picks. 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 may have torpedoed their playoff chances, but there's still three games to go, and there's players to watch that'll impact their future in San Francisco and in the NFL. Rob talks through who he'll be paying a close eye on, as well gives his thoughts on Brock Purdy's looming offseason extension. The Striking Gold podcast is brought to you by Prize Picks. 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 only managed to score six points to the Rams' 12 in an embarrassing effort that saw star offensive players have forgettable performances. Rob breaks down the loss and all of your thoughts from Takeaway Time. The Striking Gold podcast is brought to you by Prize Picks. 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 got back in the win column against the Bears, throttling Chicago to the tune of 38-13 in a well-rounded performance for Kyle Shanahan's team. Rob breaks down the win and all of your thoughts from Takeaway Time. The Striking Gold podcast is brought to you by Prize Picks. 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 got another first-hand account to the dominance of Josh Allen, who led the Bills to a 35-10 win over Kyle Shanahan's squad in the snow of Buffalo. Rob breaks down the loss and all of your thoughts from Takeaway Time. The Striking Gold podcast is brought to you by Prize Picks. 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 are limping their way through the Thanksgiving holiday with an away game against the Bills looming. Rob breaks down what the team can still be thankful for, as well as what Kyle Shanahan's squad must do in order to have a chance in Buffalo. The Striking Gold podcast is brought to you by Prize Picks. 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 were short-handed against the Packers on Sunday but that didn't stop them from making the usual mistakes that've defined Kyle Shanahan's team this season, falling 38-10 in Green Bay and all but eliminating hope of a playoff berth. Rob breaks down the loss and all of your thoughts from Takeaway Time. The Striking Gold podcast is brought to you by Prize Picks. 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 Posey of Niners Nation joins Rob to break down the 49ers' issues on both sides of the ball, along with what the team needs to do moving forward in order to give themselves a shot at the playoffs. The Striking Gold podcast is brought to you by Prize Picks. 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.

A third divisional loss in which the 49ers were leading in the fourth quarter - a tale as old as the 2024 season. Kyle Shanahan's 49ers fell to the Seahawks 20-17 at Levi's Stadium, putting their postseason hopes in serious jeopardy. Rob breaks down the loss and all of your thoughts from Takeaway Time. The Striking Gold podcast is brought to you by Prize Picks. 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 have backed themselves into yet another corner, facing what's essentially a must-win divisional matchup against the Seahawks on Sunday. Rob talks Deommodore Lenior's new contract, Brock Purdy's standout game against the Bucs and breaks down the current NFC West picture. The Striking Gold podcast is brought to you by Prize Picks. 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.

Breaking down the 49ers special teams mishaps has become a weekly tradition, and while it wasn't San Francisco's only issue on Sunday, Brian Scheider's unit took a front seat with three missed field goals, a muffed punt and a game winner? Rob breaks down the close win and all of your thoughts from Takeaway Time. The Striking Gold podcast is brought to you by Prize Picks. 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.

NBC Sports Bay Area's Matt Maiocco joins Rob to break down the 49ers' roster moves at the trade deadline and the way ahead for a Kyle Shanahan squad team with work to do in hopes of a postseason berth. The Striking Gold podcast is brought to you by Prize Picks. 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 Athletic's Matt Barrows joins Rob to give his thoughts on the 4-4 49ers as they enter into the bye week and the halfway point of the season. The Striking Gold podcast is brought to you by Prize Picks. 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.

Again, the 49ers didn't make it easy on themselves or anyone watching, but Kyle Shanahan and crew survive the Cowboys 30-24 and head into a much-needed bye week with some momentum. Rob breaks down the win and all of your thoughts from Takeaway Time. The Striking Gold podcast is brought to you by Prize Picks. 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 Posey of Niners Nation joins Rob to break down what he saw against the Chiefs and what the 49ers can do moving forward to right the ship, starting with the Cowboys on Sunday night. The Striking Gold podcast is brought to you by Prize Picks. 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 lost to the Chiefs again, with quarterback Brock Purdy at the forefront of a forgettable effort on all sides of the ball for Kyle Shanahan's team. Rob breaks down the loss and all of your thoughts from Takeaway Time. The Striking Gold podcast is brought to you by Prize Picks. 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 were moments, but the 49ers found a way to close this one out, beating the Seahawks 36-24 in Seattle to bring their record back to even at 3-3. Rob breaks down the win and all of your thoughts from Takeaway Time. The Striking Gold podcast is brought to you by Prize Picks. 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.

With shades of the Week 3 divisional meltdown against the Rams, Kyle Shanahan's squad again dropped a 10-point lead in the fourth quarter as the Cardinals outmuscled the 49ers for the win. Rob breaks down the loss and all of your thoughts from Takeaway Time. The Striking Gold podcast is brought to you by Prize Picks. 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, coming off of a necessary win against the Patriots, now face an up-and-down Cardinals team that could give Kyle Shanahan's club problems if they allow it. Rob talks injuries, Brock Purdy's steady ascension and how San Francisco can be successful against Arizona. The Striking Gold podcast is brought to you by Prize Picks. 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 got back in the win column, topping the Patriots 30-13 in the team's return to Levi's Stadium. Rob breaks down San Francisco's win and all of your thoughts from Takeaway Time. The Striking Gold podcast is brought to you by Prize Picks. 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 are in familiar territory as injuries begin to take their tole on Kyle Shanahan's 1-2 team. Rob talks next man up and how San Francisco can hope to weather the storm until some of their key players return. The Striking Gold podcast is brought to you by Prize Picks. 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 fall to 1-2 after an embarrassing divisional loss against the Rams. Due to overwhelming demand, Rob decided to let you all guide the conversation and get straight into Takeaway Time. The Striking Gold podcast is brought to you by Prize Picks. 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 knew they'd be without star RB Christian McCaffrey and WR Deebo Samuel, but a few more starting players appeared on Thursday's injury report that may have a significant impact on Sunday's divisional matchup against the Rams. Rob talks next man up and how San Francisco has (under)performed through two weeks. The Striking Gold podcast is brought to you by Prize Picks. 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 are now 1-1 on the season after an ugly, mistake-filled loss to the Vikings in Minnesota, where they haven't won since 1992, if you hadn't heard. Rob breaks down San Francisco's loss and gets into all of your thoughts from Takeaway Time. The Striking Gold podcast is brought to you by Prize Picks. 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.

As the 49ers prepare for their Week 2 road game against the Vikings, some of the focus has turned towards star running back Christian McCaffrey, who's dealing with an Achilles injury that could prove difficult to shake. Rob talks it over, along with previewing San Francisco's matchup with Minnesota. The Striking Gold podcast is sponsored by PrizePicks. 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 will begin this season in the win column, handling the Jets 32-19 at Levi's Stadium, garbage time points included. Rob breaks down San Francisco's victory and all of your thoughts from Takeaway Time. The Striking Gold podcast is brought to you by Prize Picks. 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.

Week 1 is finally upon us and Rob is here to preview the 49ers' primetime matchup against the Jets at Levi's Stadium. The Striking Gold podcast is brought to you by Prize Picks. 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.

Ricky Pearsall, the 49ers' first-round draft pick in April, survived being shot during an attempted robbery in San Francisco on Saturday. Rob talks through the details on Pearsall's ordeal. He also breaks down the new information on Brandon Aiyuk's new contract. The Striking Gold podcast is brought to you by Prize Picks. 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 Brandon Aiyuk saga is over, the 49ers and their star receiver agreeing to a 4-year, $120-million extension that was the talk of the town for months. Rob's joined by KP of Niners Nation to break it all down. The Striking Gold podcast is brought to you by Prize Picks. 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.