On "49ers Talk," NBC Sports Bay Area's Matt Maiocco sits down with former 49ers defensive coordinator and current Tennessee Titans coach Robert Saleh at the American Century Classic golf Tournament in South Lake Tahoe. Saleh discusses what most impressed him about Kyle Shanahan and the 49ers organization during his second-stint, his belief in their young defensive playmakers and how he'll build a cohesive program after becoming a head coach again. Also, Jennifer Lee Chan links up with Matt to review the impending purchase of the division rival Seattle Seahawks by former 49ers minority owners, the Kholsa family.

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(6:00) CMC hires a new trainer for this season
(10:00) Robert Saleh interview
(14:00) What Saleh will remember most from second 49ers stint
(18:00) How Saleh will form cohesive program with Titans
(22:00) Reacting to Saleh's take on development of 49ers' young defensive core

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Kyle Juszczyk joins "49ers Talk" from the American Century Championship celebrity golf tournament in Lake Tahoe to share his impressions of the rookie class, provide an update on George Kittle’s recovery and look ahead to training camp. Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan also discuss whether the 49ers can finally reduce Christian McCaffrey’s workload and how rookie running back Kaelon Black could play a key role in the backfield this season.

(05:00) - Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift wedding details surface
(07:00) - Why Christian McCaffrey still wants to play every offensive snap
(09:30) - The 49ers have had challenges finding true McCaffrey backup
(11:00) - How backup running backs have limited Kyle Shanahan's offense
(12:00) - Kaelon Black vs. Jordan James for RB2 job
(20:00) - McCaffrey's new training regimen at age 30
(21:30) - Should 49ers preserve veteran stars for playoff push?
(25:00) - Kyle Juszczyk joins the show from ACC celebrity golf tournament
(29:00) - Juszczyk teaches at Tight End University
(31:00) - Juszczyk reacts to Kelce-Swift wedding
(32:00) - Juszczyk's glowing review of rookie Kaelon Black
(33:00) - Why McCaffrey is still motivated entering Year 10
(33:30) - Early impressions of rookie receiver De'Zhaun Stribling
(36:30) - What Rams' Myles Garrett addition means for NFC West
(38:00) - Could George Kittle be ready for season opener?

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Jerry Rice joins "49ers Talk" from the American Century Championship celebrity golf tournament in Lake Tahoe to discuss Mike Evans' impact on the 49ers, and why he believes San Francisco's goal should be nothing short of winning the Super Bowl. Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down the 49ers' upcoming training camp, highlighting the team's revamped wide receiver group led by newcomer Mike Evans and intriguing young talents like De'Zhaun Stribling and Jordan Watkins.

(03:00) - The San Francisco 49ers training camp schedule announced
(04:30) - What joint practice with Robert Saleh, Titans means for San Francisco
(09:30) - Why Mike Evans completely changes outlook of 49ers' offense
(11:15) - Breaking down crowded 49ers wide receiver competition heading into training camp
(12:45) - Rookie De'Zhaun Stribling drawing buzz as a potential breakout contributor
(15:00) - Can Jordan Watkins take next step toward meaningful role this season?
(18:15) - Who could win punt, kickoff return jobs in training camp?
(19:45) - Jerry Rice joins the show from the American Century Championship in Tahoe
(22:00) - Steph Curry's greatness impresses even Jerry Rice
(23:30) - Jerry Rice reflects on his place in 49ers history, work ethic that made him the GOAT
(27:30) - Jerry Rice explains why he believes 49ers can win Super Bowl in 2026
(29:00) - Mike Evans could become Brock Purdy's most reliable target
(32:30) - Is it Super Bowl or bust for 49ers?
(36:00) - Comparing the dynasty-era 49ers expectations to today's salary cap NFL
(40:00) - Which young players must emerge as the next generation of 49ers stars?

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On this episode of "49ers Talk," co-hosts Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss the latest developments in the Brandon Aiyuk saga and the excitement of seeing the NFC West shaping up into the best division in the NFL. Then, Matt sits down with NFL analyst and former offensive tackle Andrew Whitworth at the American Century Championship in South Lake Tahoe to discuss the Los Angeles Rams’ busy offseason and why Whitworth believes Trent Williams is the best offensive tackle of all time.

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(3:25) Matt and JLC break down latest news in Brandon Aiyuk saga
(9:52) All 49ers draft picks have signed their contracts and are ready for training camp
(12:55) Excitement around the NFC West and why it should be the toughest division in the NFL
(14:34) Matt and NFL analyst Andrew Whitworth preview the NFC West
(19:16) The challenges of creating a game plan against Myles Garrett and possibly Aaron Donald on the Rams
(21:30) Whitworth breaks down 49ers' approach to building their offensive line
(27:42) Matt and JLC discuss Whitworth's claim that Trent Williams is the best offensive tackle of all time

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Quarterbacks Brock Purdy, Mac Jones and a host of former 49ers signal-callers were on hand for the sixth annual Tight End University to provide reps. Also, Brandon Aiyuk's stalemate with the organization continues, with more social media videos feeding fuel to the fire. On this episode of "49ers Talk," co-hosts Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss how Aiyuk's offseason behavior is descending into new depths, and how the 49ers quarterbacks are developing this offseason.

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(2:00) Brandon Aiyuk’s offseason evolves into the bizarre
(12:30) Why 49ers don’t need to do Aiyuk any favors
(23:00) Is there a winner in Aiyuk-49ers saga?
(31:00) Brock Purdy Interview from TEU
(35:00) Mac Jones Interview from TEU

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George Kittle co-hosts Tight End University for the sixth consecutive summer at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee, giving NFL tight ends an opportunity to train, study film and network. On "49ers Talk," Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss how Tight End University has grown and developed over the last six years. They also assess where the 49ers' star tight end stands in his rehab from an Achilles tear last season and if he's on track to make his season debut in Week 1.

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0:00 Jennifer checks in from Tight End University
5:00 Still processing the the passing of Aldon Smith
7:00 Addressing the Brandon Aiyuk saga that keeps rolling on this offseason
14:00 Updates on George Kittle's rehab progress as he hosts TEU again
21:00 Kittle discusses how TEU has grown in its sixth year
27:00 How Kittle and Juszczyk went from teammates to best friends
32:00 Juszczyk bringing his experience as a fullback to the tight end position
35:00 Juszczyk details how Kittle has approached his rehab and why his positivity has factored into bouncing back

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On this episode of "49ers Talk," co-hosts Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan remember former 49ers pass rusher Aldon Smith, who passed away Saturday at the age of 36. The No. 7 overall pick in the 2011 NFL Draft, Smith burst onto the scene in San Francisco and holds franchise records that still stand to this day. But just as quickly, Smith fell into turmoil that ultimately would limit his on-field production. Matt and Jennifer look back at a beloved player, teammate and person who captured the hearts of fans in his short time with the organization, and honor the memory of not just the player, but the man.

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0:00 Aldon Smith dies at age 36
5:00 Smith wanted to help guide young players, avoid the pitfalls that plagued his career
13:00 What 49ers OL legends Joe Staley, Trent Williams both agreed about Smith
22:00 49ers Mailbag segment
23:00 Where do the 49ers stand with Brandon’s Aiyuk financially?
31:00 Why would Kyle Shanahan play a backup RB this season if he hasn’t done much of it before?

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Following the conclusion of the 49ers' productive and quiet offseason program, Brandon Aiyuk has resurfaced with seemingly disparaging comments aimed at the organization as the standoff between the two parties lingers. On this episode of "49ers Talk," Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss how San Francisco and Aiyuk reached this bizarre juncture and what pathways remain moving forward. Also, Jennifer checks in with Fred Warner at his youth football camp to discuss his reunion with buddy Dre Greenlaw, breakout 49ers rookies and this season's goals for a defense in desperate need of an edge.

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1:00 Brandon Aiyuk's complex, confusing social media videos
7:00 Why Aiyuk still holds animosity over past contract negotiations
12:00 Breaking down where 49ers stand on their issues with Aiyuk
24:00 Behind wide receiver, which 49ers position group is most improved?
30:00 Fred Warner checks in from youth football camp
40:00 Who does Warner think will make defensive leap in 2026?

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