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Stats & Eggs Ep. 4 - More new players added, Kittle on huge new deal
Today's update includes four new additions to the team, George Kittle comparing contract talks to orthodontia, and Javon Kinlaw criticizing his own play early in training camp. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Shanaplan Ep. 1 - Who can the 49ers count on this season?
In the first episode of the podcast, Kyle Posey and Akash Anavarathan discuss Jimmy Garoppolo's improved deep ball, and the need for Dante Pettis to step up after injuries to the receivers. Plus, with so many guys coming back from injury, Kyle and Akash debate which players the team can count on over the long haul this year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Stats & Eggs Ep. 3 - Dante Pettis tries to save his job
Everything you need to know about the 49ers in about five minutes. This episode features a comeback by Dante Pettis, Jimmy Garoppolo's comfort level going into his second full season as a starter, and Robert Saleh on the open competition opposite Richard Sherman at corner. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The 415 Podcast Ep. 1 - What do the 49ers do now that Jalen Hurd is out for the year?
Niner Nate Nelson reacts to the torn ACL of wide receiver Jalen Hurd. How will the team respond with three receivers out for a big chunk of time? Is it fair to expect more out of George Kittle with other weapons going down, and can the team sustain these losses with a softer schedule early in the year? How big is the loss of Jalen Hurd? Can the team ask more out of George Kittle since receivers have gone down? Possible additions to the wide receiver corps How the team's first three opponents allow for a slow start Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Stats & Eggs Ep. 2 - Jalen Hurd done for the year, Dee Ford looks good
Your daily update on everything going on with the 49ers in about five minutes. Today's episode features Kyle Shanahan's reaction to Jalen Hurd being lost for the year, Dee Ford returning to from, and Nick Bosa getting a taste of humble pie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The John Lund Show, Ep. 1 - Five players to watch in camp
KNBR's John Lund gives you his five players to watch as the team holds their first padded practice on Monday. John also offers his training camp philosophies honed by years covering football teams, and lets you hear from Kyle Shanahan, Jerrick McKinnon, Trent Taylor, and more! Five players to watch in training camp Why George Kittle's deal works for both sides The players the 49ers will look to extend now that Kittle's deal is signed Jalen Hurd and other injury updates from training camp Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Stats & Eggs Ep. 1 - McKinnon and Aiyuk impress early in training camp
Your daily update featuring everything going on with the 49ers in about five minutes. Who is standing out in training camp so far? Important injury updates you need to know, and one training camp matchup that could make Nick Bosa even better than last year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
George Kittle and 49ers agree to 5 year, $75 million extension
Rob "Stats" Guerrera reacts to the news that 49ers fans have waited all offseason to hear. How did each side make out in the deal, and what does the contract say about the 49ers organization as whole? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Gold Standard Ep. 1 - Kittle and 49ers still moving slowly on contract
New Niners Nation hosts Rob "Stats” Guerrera and Levin Black react to the latest report about the glacial contract talks between George Kittle and the team, debate whether the 49ers can survive being "the hunted" team this year, and Levin crushes Rob's dreams of Javon Kinlaw dominating from day one. 2:57 - Are the 49ers to blame for not getting a deal done with Kittle? 11:53 - Why the 49ers are built to handle COVID better than other teams 14:34 - Is this the year Jerrick McKinnon finally fulfills all the potential the team thinks he has? 18:47 - Levin slows down the Javon Kinlaw hype train 26:56 - With college football's future uncertain, could the 49ers be more aggressive trading away draft picks during the year? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Niners, Explained Ep. 17: Where do things stand with George Kittle?
Kyle Posey and 49ers Webzone Podcast host Rob Guerrera discuss the status of the George Kittle contract talks, John Lynch's new deal, whether the Niners got outbid for Jamal Adams, and more! :41 - Reacting to Mike Silver's report of a "significant philosophical disconnect" between Kittle and the 49ers 8:47 - John Lynch's contract gets extended through 2024 12:40 - Which 49ers wide receivers will step up in 2020? 20:44 - Did the NFL Top 100 list do right by the 49ers? 36:55 - Why didn't the team trade for Jamal Adams? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Better Rivals: We've moved!
If you're not getting the newest episodes of Better Rivals and you want to, you may need to resubscribe as the show has moved. Listen to this short explainer from Oscar so you can make sure you get the best 49ers podcasts from both them and us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Better Rivals Ep. 331: Is trading for Jamal Adams a good idea? What happens with Mostert? It’s an offseason mailbag!
On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, it’s time for an offseason mailbag! Is trading for Jamal Adams a good idea? Does Raheem Mostert have any leverage? And is there any chance Mike McGlinchey could ultimately see the same fate as DeForest Buckner? All that, plus Trent Taylor’s place in a crowded WR room, our player picks for a fight to the death, and an important pod announcement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Better Rivals Ep. 330: Rewatching the 49ers-Jets 1998 season opener
On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, Rewatch Month rumbles along with a look back at the 1998 season opener against the New York Jets. How does this game hold up over 20 years later? How did Zack Bronson end up playing such a prominent role in the game’s outcome? And how did Garrison Hearst’s iconic 96-yard touchdown run in overtime come together? All that, plus star-studded lineups on both offenses, Steve Young’s performance, and random thoughts from the broadcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Better Rivals Ep. 329: Ian Williams takes a look back at the 2014 win vs the Rams
On this week;s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, Ian Williams (former defensive tackle for the 49ers) takes a look back at a few plays from the 49ers 2014 week 6 win over the St. Louis Rams. What was the 2014 mood after the devastating end of 2013? What was it like playing for Fangio? How much did the veteran DL decide on a play by play basis? All that plus clipping a formation, a lightning round, and Nick Foles vs Austin Davis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Better Rivals Ep. 328: Rewatching the 49ers-Giants 2002 Wild Card game
EOn this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, our rewatch series continues with a look back at the 49ers’ epic comeback win over the Giants in the 2002 Wild Card game. How did the 49ers end up in such a big hole to begin with? Who was the player driving their offense throughout the game? And how did the wild final minutes of the game unfold? All that, plus the aftermath of this game for the 49ers as a franchise and other random thoughts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Better Rivals Ep. 327: Rewatching the 49ers-Saints 2011 NFC Divisional game
On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, we’re hopping in the wayback machine and rewatching the 2011 NFC Divisional Round game against the Saints. Why was this such an emotional game for both sides? What about the Saints approach was slowing down San Francisco’s offense for most of this game? What stood out most from the 49ers performance in this game that we didn’t remember? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Better Rivals Ep. 326: How much is too much for George Kittle? It's a quarantine mailbag!
On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, we open up the mailbag and answer all your quarantine questions. What do we hope the 49ers learn from 2019? Which young players need to break out for the 49ers to be Super Bowl contenders again in 2020? And which player from the 2012 team would make the biggest impact on the 2019 team (and vice versa)? All that, plus mocking the Rams new uniforms, schedule thoughts, and how rich is too rich for George Kittle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Better Rivals Ep. 325: Losing a legend, gaining a Trent, and wrapping the draft
On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, the NFL Draft is officially in the books and it’s the end of an era in San Francisco. Will we see Joe Staley enshrined in Canton one day? How important was the Trent Williams trade for their ability to contend in 2020? And were there any day three picks that caught our eye? All that, plus Patreon scouting reports, notes from Shanahan’s post-draft interview with Tim Kawakami, and one SPARQ’d up UDFA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Niners, Explained Ep. 16: Kudos, John Lynch (with Eric Davis)
Former All-Pro CB Eric Davis joins Kyle as the two recap the 49ers draft. Why the 49ers drafted Kinlaw, and what his impact will be How Lynch "stuck to the script" by building through the trenches It's okay to trade up for a player if it's "your guy" Shanahan's comparison to Brandon Aiyuk What the rest of the receiver room looks like now Is Trent Williams an upgrade over Staley? Breida/Goodwin trades Was it wise to ignore drafting a secondary player? Much, much more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Better Rivals Ep. 324: Big takeaways from the 49ers' selections in the first round
On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, it’s a first round recap! San Francisco entered the day with two selections and made two selections, but a pair of trades meant those picks came at different spots. What were the primary takeaways from the 49ers’ first round? What did we learn about Lynchahan’s approach to roster building? And, perhaps most importantly, did the 49ers draft good players with their picks? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Niners Explained Ep. 15: Ted Nguyen on the 49ers biggest team needs
Kyle is joined by The Athletic's Ted Nguyen to break down the San Francisco 49ers' biggest team needs leading up to the draft. After narrowing down what direction the Niners should head in, the two also discuss: -If the 49ers should be locked in at receiver with the 13th pick -Does it make sense to trade back and add picks in 2021? -Which teams can trade ahead of San Francisco -Which receivers best fit the 49ers? -Peter King's mock draft -The top-five receivers in the draft - Kwon Alexander, Dee Ford, and Jaquiski Tartt reportedly on the trading block Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Better Rivals Ep. 323: The Ringer’s Danny Kelly on the NFL Draft
On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, The Ringer’s Danny Kelly joins us to talk NFL Draft. What is the best-case scenario for the 49ers at No. 13? Who are the best fits if they look to find a DeForest Buckner replacement? And which players fit the profile San Francisco prefers at cornerback either late in the first round or on day two? All that, plus Danny’s favorite scouting terms, the players he most wants to see coached by Shanahan, and his draft crush. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Better Rivals Ep. 322: Finding Staley’s replacement in the first round
On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, our draft preview series continues with a look at the top offensive tackles in the 2020 draft class. Where should OT rank on the list of priorities for the 49ers in this draft? Which players are worth selecting with the 13th pick? And which players are we not buying the hype on as an early first-round prospect? All that, plus uniform shade, thoughts on the NFL’s All-Decade Team, and WE LAUNCHED A PATREON! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Better Rivals Ep. 321: Best fits for the 49ers in a historic WR draft class
On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, we kick off our 2020 draft preview by diving in to a historically good WR class. What do the 49ers look for at the wide receiver position? Who are the best options for the 49ers if they take a WR with the 13th overall pick? And if they choose to wait, who are the best fits later in the first round? All that, plus what we would do if we were the 49ers, ketchup on coffee, and some April Fools fun. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Better Rivals Ep. 320: Mailbag with a Side of Lightning (Round)
On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, we break open the mailbag to answer your most pressing offseason questions. Are the 49ers setup for long-term success or have they gone all-in on a short-term run? How would we approach San Francisco’s two first round picks? And do we see a shake-up coming in the NFC West next season? All that, plus late free agency moves, quarantine updates, and a special (return) guest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Better Rivals Ep. 319: (Almost) Keeping the Band Together
On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, the new league year has arrived and the 49ers have been busy! What has been the team’s strategy for this offseason? Which move stands out as a clear exception to that strategy? And what do we expect to see from the 49ers over the rest of the offseason? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Scarlet Jimmies Ep. 14: Reactions to Armstead's deal, Buckner's trade
This week, Kyle welcomes newcomer Jas to recap the first day of free agency for the 49ers. What was supposed to be a quiet day turned out to be the opposite. Why the 49ers signed Armstead It wasn't a decision between Armstead and Buckner The business/personal side of trading Buckner Replacements for DeFo at defensive tackle Grading both deals Versatility the 49ers now have both financially and in the NFL Draft Austin Hooper, Phillip Dorsett DeAndre Hopkins in the NFC West What's next for the 49ers? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Better Rivals Ep. 318: Free Agency Ain’t Free
On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, it's time to preview free agency period that should be much different than years past. How will the 49ers need to adjust their approach? Which positions need to be at the top of San Francisco's wish list? And which positions should they keep an eye on only if a bargain should fall into their lap? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Better Rivals Ep. 317: State of the 49ers roster entering 2020
On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, we break out our roster model to take a look at the current state of the 49ers roster as we approach the new league year. How do we go about grouping players into tiers and what do those tiers represent? Which players do we feel like are the core pieces that the 49ers roster is built around? And which positions could use a bit of love this offseason? All that, plus which tier to put Jimmy in (and other players we disagreed on), why McGlinchey fell, and which pending free agents we’d bring back. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Scarlet Jimmies Ep. 13: Draft Eligible Wide Receivers with Cam Mellor
Scarlet Jimmies is back! Kyle Posey and Cam Mellor talk about the wide receivers in the draft. From the big names to sleepers. They break down the best wideouts who are deep threats, to the players that are best with the ball in their hands. They finish off with their top-five. If you're a fan of the NFL Draft, this podcast is for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Better Rivals Ep. 316: The upside of Jimmy Garoppolo
On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, Kevin Cole (Data Scientist for Pro Football Focus) joins to discuss what predictive statistics tell us about Jimmy Garoppolo’s future. What does a Garoppolo’s performance in 2019 tell us about his future career arc? Are there better options available? Is Jimmy’s age a concern? All that plus Ninja Turtles, cheeseburgers, and a Bayesian outlook on life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Better Rivals Ep. 315: What went wrong for the 49ers in Super Bowl LIV
On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, we get cathartic and try to talk through it after the 49ers’ heartbreaking Super Bowl loss to the Chiefs. How did things go so well for the first three quarters? Where did it all start to fall apart? And what does this loss mean for the team going forward? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
SUPER BOWL LIV: Akshay Khanna
RJ Ochoa (Blogging the Boys) & Jeanna Thomas) sit down with GM of Sports at StubHub Akshay Khanna! Powered by SBNation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
SUPER BOWL LIV: Dan Kitts
RJ Ochoa (Blogging the Boys) & Jeanna Thomas (The Falcoholic) are joined by Dan Kitts, the flyover pilot for the Super Bowl! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
SUPER BOWL LIV: Keith Ismael
RJ Ochoa (Blogging the Boys) & Jeanna Thomas (The Falcoholic) sit down with NFL draft prospect and lifelong 49ers fan Keith Ismael (center, San Diego State)! Powered by SBNation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Better Rivals BONUS: NextGen Stats with John Pollard
John Pollard from Zebra technologies, the company behind NextGen Stats, joins to detail a a few numbers to watch ahead of Super Bowl LIV. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
SUPER BOWL LIV: Cynthia Frelund
RJ Ochoa (Blogging the Boys), John Gennaro (SBNation) & Jeanna Thomas (The Falcoholic) sit down with NFL data science expert Cynthia Frelund to talk Super Bowl, analytics, college football, the draft and more! Powered by SBNation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
SUPER BOWL LIV: Todd Fuhrman
RJ Ochoa (Blogging the Boys) & Jeanna Thomas (The Falcoholic) sit down with gambling expert Todd Fuhrman of the Bet the Board Pod to give advice on how to approach placing your bets on the Super Bowl and more! Powered by SBNation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
SUPER BOWL LIV: Joe Theismann
RJ Ochoa (Blogging the Boys) and Jeanna Thomas (The Falcoholic) are joined by the legendary Joe Theismann to talk about the upcoming Super Bowl, his relationship with the big game, and more! Powered by SBNation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
SB Nation Super Bowl LIV Roundtable - Day 2
Join RJ Ochoa (Blogging the Boys), Jeanna Thomas (The Falcoholic), Kyle Posey (Niners Nation), and Pete Sweeney (Arrowhead Pride) break down the Super Bowl in day 2 of their roundtable discussion! Powered by SBNation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
SUPER BOWL LIV: Dr. Jen Welter
RJ Ochoa (Blogging the Boys) & Jeanna Thomas (The Falcoholic) sit down with Dr. Jen Welter, the first female NFL coach, to talk about everything from shoes to Madden to her time in the league and what she's up to now! Powered by SBNation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Better Rivals Ep. 314: Super Bowl Preview – The path to victory against the Chiefs
On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, it's a Super Bowl preview! Who are the Chefs? Will the 49ers offense be able to keep up and put points on the board? And what can the 49ers do defensively to have any hope of slowing down Mahomes & Co.? All that, plus some key stats, ideal game scripts, and a lightning round. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
SB Nation Super Bowl LIV Roundtable - Day 1
Join RJ Ochoa (Blogging the Boys), Jeanna Thomas (The Falcoholic), Kyle Posey (Niners Nation), and Pete Sweeney (Arrowhead Pride) as they tackle the main storylines during Day 1 of the Super Bowl Radio Row! Powered by SBNation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
49ers Highlights from Super Bowl LIV Media Night
Listen in as SBNation chats it up with the San Francisco 49ers during Super LIV media night! Players interviewed: Nick Mullens, Levine Toilolo, Ray Smith, Miles Austin, Ben Garland, & Dante Pettis Powered by SBNation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Better Rivals Ep. 313: From Navy SEALs to stolen manhood. A breakdown of the NFC Championship game.
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Scarlet Jimmies Ep. 12: Green Bay preview with Justis Mosqueda
Kyle and Justis preview the NFC Championship between the Niners and Packers. They start out by discussing the played out storylines between the two teams, like Aaron Rodgers growing up a 49ers fan. The discussion then turns to Kyle Shanahan vs. Mike Pettine, and all the matchups between San Francisco's offense and Green Bay's defense. The convo turns to how the 49ers will stop Aaron Rodgers, and any advantages the Packers have, with a whole lot sandwiched in between. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Better Rivals Ep. 312: Suffocating Minnesota on the way to the NFC Championship Game
On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, we recap a suffocating playoff win over the Vikings and get you ready for the conference championship matchup with the Packers. How did the 49ers take away what the Vikings wanted to do on offense? Why was the type of success the 49ers had in the run game unusual for them this season? And will Jimmy be able to keep up with the Packers if Rodgers doesn't have the worst game of his career again? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Better Rivals Ep. 311: Strength on Strength. The Vikings Scouting Report
On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, we preview everything you need to know about the 49ers divisional round matchup against the Vikings. How can the 49ers offense win a strength on strength matchup with the Vikings pass defense? Will the 49ers be willing to attack the clear weak spot of the Minnesota defense? And what do the 49ers need to do to throw Kirk Cousins off his game? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Scarlet Jimmies Ep. 11: Wild Card Wrap Up
Kyle and Rich are back to preview the 49er's upcoming playoff game against the Vikings. The guys discuss the impact of Kwon Alexander's return, where and how much he'll play. From there, they turn to the Vikings and talk about how much of a threat Minnesota poses. They dive into the matchups and how each team will attack each other and end off with a score prediction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Better Rivals Ep. 310: Clinch by an Inch
On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, we recap yet another nail-biting victory for the 49ers as they clinched the NFC West crown and top seed in the playoffs. Who fueled the offensive performance the 49ers need to come away with the win? What changed defensively from the first matchup with Seattle? And what were the key moments in that fateful final drive that allowed San Francisco to pull it out? All that, plus George Kittle’s historic season, a quick glimpse at a season-long change on defense, and early thoughts on playoff scenarios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices