The San Francisco 49ers held their final practice Wednesday in Santa Clara ahead of their international flight that evening to Melbourne, Australia. For the first time all offseason, star defensive end Nick Bosa and tight end George Kittle were present and fully participating together. On "49ers Talk," Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss how the pair of veteran superstars can navigate the long journey down under with a clean bill of health. Later, quarterback Brock Purdy opens up to Matt about his maturation as a leader, a family-man, and his excitement for the upcoming season.

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(0:00) Last 49ers practice in Santa Clara before departing for Australia
(2:00) Nick Bosa and George Kittle return to full practice
(6:00) Keys to adjusting to the time change: a custom flight plan for every player
(10:00) 49ers current health situation
(20:00) Brock Purdy exclusive 1-on-1 interview
(36:00) Breaking down Brock Purdy's NFL impact since being drafted as Mr. Irrelevant

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It's roster cutdown day, and the San Francisco 49ers had to make some tough decisions as they whittled their squad down from 90 to 53 players. On this episode of "49ers Talk," Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan provide in-depth analysis of the 49ers' initial 53-man roster and what these decisions mean for the upcoming season.
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(0:00) Initial 53-man roster takeaways
(5:00) Injured/Reserve candidates
(15:00) Breaking down offensive roster construction
(25:00) Breaking down defensive roster construction
(35:00) Big-picture roster discussion

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The 49ers wrapped up their preseason with a 18-12 touchdown-less win over the Las Vegas Raiders Thursday at Allegiant Stadium. Next up is the difficult task of finalizing the 53-man roster by Sunday afternoon. On "49ers Talk,' Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss which position-group competitions remain and any late risers who could challenge for a roster spot with injuries undoubtedly playing a major role in final decisions.
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(2:00) Kyle Shanahan/John Lynch have big roster decisions ahead
(6:00) Biggest camp competition remains at left guard
(9:00) With Dominick Puni still in concussion protocol will he even travel to Australia?
(17:00) The race to be CMC’s backup is wide-open between Kaelon Black, Jordan James
(37:00) Welcome Kylen Mills as the new host of 49ers Pre/Postgame shows on NBC Sports Bay Area

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On this episode of "49ers Talk," Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss the fallout after San Francisco's principal owner, Jed York, entered no-contest pleas on two misdemeanor charges Monday morning in Ohio. Could this offseason turmoil leak into the 49ers' on-field results? Then, the duo welcomes legendary broadcaster Greg Papa on the return of "Ask Papa" as NBC Sports Bay Area unveils its new studio and game day team. Later, 49ers offensive lineman Enrique Cruz Jr. rounds out the episode in the final installment of "Meet the Rookies."

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(0:00) 49ers owner Jed York arrested
(7:00) Will York arrest bring consequences to 49ers organization?
(13:00) NBC Sports Bay Area announces new studio, game day team
(16:00) Welcoming Greg Papa back to 'Ask Papa' segment
(37:00) Meet the Rookies: Enrique Cruz Jr.

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The 49ers received a major roster boost ahead of their preseason finale, as star tight end George Kittle was activated off the PUP list and running back Christian McCaffrey rejoined the fray after speculation about his "tightness." On "49ers Talk," Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss just how important the return of both of these veterans is, and if Kittle could very well play Week 1 in Australia. Later, we hear from versatile rookie linebacker Jaden Dugger, who sits down with Matt on the seventh edition of Meet the Rookies.
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(0:00) Kittle, CMC, return to practice gives locker room boost
(7:00) Does Kittle have a chance to play in Week 1?
(11:00) 49ers had feisty practice Sunday; Purdy and Warner went at it
(18:00) 49ers injury updates
(21:00) Meet the Rookies: Jaden Dugger

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Despite an uneven week of practice leading up to Thursday's game in Los Angeles, the 49ers responded with an emphatic 41-17 thumping of the Chargers at "Levi's South" in their second preseason game. Rookies De'Zhaun Stribling, Kaelon Black and Romello Height made impressive early plays that set the tone for the rest of the matchup. Players on the bubble to make the 53-man roster -- notably Jacob Cowing -- also stepped up with some highlights later on, particularly on special teams. On "49ers Talk," Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss how the 49ers bounced back from their bumpy joint practice earlier in the week to beat Jim Harbaugh and the Chargers.
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(0:00) Uneven Tuesday practice fueled strong preseason response
(2:00) Stribling, Black flash as rookies shine early
(5:00) Training camp battles beginning to sort themselves out
(9:00) RB1 and RB2 are set, but RB3 is wide open
(20:00) Is it time for Lynch and Shanahan to get their draft evaluation credit for this class?
(28:00) 49ers' sneaky depth complements top-end talent

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On "49ers Talk," Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss how the 49ers were challenged on both sides of the ball in their joint practice with the Los Angeles Chargers on Tuesday in El Segundo. As Justin Herbert found holes in San Francisco's secondary, Brock Purdy and the 49ers' offense seemed disjointed. On a positive note, coach Kyle Shanahan eased contract concerns about Christian McCaffrey, and rookie Kaelon Black returned to the backfield. Later, Jennifer sits down with cornerback Ephesians Prysock in the sixth edition of Meet the Rookies.

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(1:00) 49ers will move to a new practice facility soon
(2:00) Substation will remain conversation topic
(6:30) 49ers' secondary couldn’t stop Justin Herbert despite improvements
(11:00) Kyle Shanahan quiets CMC speculation
(14:00) Why 49ers' rash of injuries aren't as bad as they seem
(19:00) Jim Harbaugh, 49ers organization share mutual admiration
(31:00) 49ers, Chargers bring professional atmosphere to joint practice
(35:00) Meet the Rookies: Ephesians Prysock

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Ahead of Week 2 of San Francisco's preseason, star tight end George Kittle took to the podium to update reporters on his recovery from a torn right Achilles tendon suffered during last season's NFL playoffs. Kittle remains confident he won't start the season on the PUP list and stated he could be back for the 49ers' regular-season opener in Australia. On "49ers Talk," Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss Kittle's progress and look forward to San Francisco's second preseason game against Jim Harbaugh and the Los Angeles Chargers. Later, Matt sits down with rookie Carver Willis in the fifth edition of Meet the Rookies.

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(1:00) Upcoming joint practices, preseason game vs. Jim Harbaugh and the Chargers
(7:00) Updates on star TE George Kittle's rehab progress and likelihood he plays in Week 1
(14:00) Other training camp injury updates
(19:00) Early 53-man roster projection
(23:00) Camp battle for starting left guard is a three-horse race
(27:00) Enrique Cruz Jr.'s size and athleticism could make for intriguing LT stash, much like the Eagles did with Jordan Mailata
(30:00) Meet the Rookies Interview: Carver Willis

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