With the 2025 NFL Draft now a month away and the number of roster losses vastly outweighing the gains, the 49ers now are more reliant than ever on the success of their rookies. San Francisco has pivoted to a less familiar offseason strategy that hinges on getting this draft class 'right.' Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss if the 49ers can compliment their proven core with impactful youth from this draft and extend their championship window. The duo also discuss which players on both lines of scrimmage make sense for the 49ers in the first round and beyond? Also, Matt and Jennifer take a not-too-early look at the 49ers' players scheduled to hit free agency in 2026 as their needs don't just stop with the 2025 season.

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(3:15) 49ers have typically drafted a year in advance, this season they are drafting for 'now'
(7:00) This can't be a ‘reach’ draft, 49ers must prioritize the best player available
(13:25) People talk about the high-profile draft misses during the John Lynch era, but he's found many gems in his tenure
(18:00) Did drafting Brock Purdy save John Lynch and Kyle Shanahan’s jobs?
(22:00) Looking ahead at 49ers' scheduled free agents for 2026

After either releasing or losing over 15 players in free agency, 49ers general manager John Lynch addressed media from Stanford's Pro Day on Wednesday to reiterate San Francisco has an offseason "plan" in motion. Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan dissect what the 49ers' actual strategy is, from purging overpriced, underperforming veterans to loading up on affordable, younger talent in the 2025 NFL Draft. The 49ers' 11 draft picks are tied for the most, and they'll need to hit on a majority of them to replenish the roster depth they lost. Matt and Jennifer wonder how thin the margins are for the 49ers to pull this plan off.

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(1:15) Lynch reiterates 49ers do have "plan" despite mass free-agency departures
(4:15) Assessing Lynch's plan now that roster is worse off than at 6-11 season's end
(6:00) Why releases of Leonard Floyd, Maliek Collins were so puzzling
(7:15) How moves foreshadow 49ers paying Purdy, Kittle and eventually Warner
(11:55) Listing two areas where 49ers' roster actually has improved
(20:00) Jennifer and Matt agree 49ers must bolster D-line in draft
(30:00) Can Jake Moody come back from down year?

On “49ers Talk,” hosts Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss Kyle Juszczyk’s return to the 49ers, break down Jordan Mason’s trade to the Minnesota Vikings, and explain why San Francisco is poised to have a big impact in the 2025 NFL Draft in an otherwise quiet free agency for the red and gold.

(1:28) - Kyle Juszczyk returns to 49ers

(4:50) - Jordan Mason traded to Minnesota

(11:39) - San Francisco's running back depth chart

(15:30) - How Mason's trade affects the 49ers' 2025 Draft intentions

(20:13) - Matt Maiocco's 4.0 Mock Draft and free agency around the NFL

(21:27) - Why the 49ers haven't filled their needs in free agency

(28:35) - Assessing the 49ers' picks in 2025 NFL Draft

(32:15) - Matt Maiocco's predictions for top picks in 2025 NFL Draft

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss the 49ers' recent free agency moves... or lack there of, as well as the addition of Mac Jones and how he may fit with the San Francisco  four years after it was rumored the team was going to draft him No. 3 overall in the 2021 NFL Draft. Then Jennifer Lee Chan sits down with Connor Rogers and the two do a deep dive into Robert Saleh's turbulent times with the New York Jets and what the 49ers might expect this time around with their defensive coordinator.

(01:30) - 49ers add Mac Jones... four years after speculation of San Francisco drafting him
(08:00) - John Lynch tempered fans expectations this offseason as 49ers have not been as active as they'd hoped
(09:45) - Seven 49ers defensive starters are gone from the Super Bowl LVIII team two seasons ago
(12:30) - Connor Rogers pulls the curtain back on what happened with Robert Saleh and the New York Jets
(17:00) - Would 49er fans be happy if San Francisco gave Dre Greenlaw the same contract the Denver Broncos did?
(23:00) - 49ers still have seven players making $15 million a year or more with Brock Purdy's contract looming

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss the 49ers' recent moves since the NFL's legal tampering period officially began Monday, why San Francisco decided to release nine-time Pro Bowl fullback and team captain Kyle Juszczyk and how the team can fill out the rest of its roster.

1:30 – Fans unhappy with losing favorite players

2:30 – Recapping recent moves, releasing Kyle Juszczyk

4:30 – Was it the right time to refresh and get younger instead of rebuilding?

7:00 – Breaking down who will make up the defensive line,

9:10 – Team isn’t doing this because of money problems now, doing it because of future cap concerns

11:00 – Breaking down additions to the roster

12:00 – Expectations for Luke Farrell, Richie Grant, Luke Gifford

16:15 – Difficult decisions with veterans

20:30 – Are 49ers setting up the Brock Purdy contract?

22:30 – Reactions to Dre Greenlaw leaving

24:30 – Offensive roster break down

30:00 – Possible options for backup QB

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss the biggest departure the 49ers saw on the opening day of NFL free agency, Dre Greenlaw. The names kept piling up throughout the day, though, as San Francisco bid adieu to OT Jaylon Moore, RB Elijah Mitchell, DB Talanoa Hufanga, OL Aaron Banks, QB Joshua Dobbs, CB Charvarius Ward and FB Kyle Juszczyk. Matt and Jennifer discuss the impact of these free agents signing elsewhere, most expected, but with a few surprises. The day wasn’t full of departures, however, as they retained backup RB Patrick Taylor Jr. and reportedly signed TE Luke Farrell. Matt and Jennifer discuss the state of the roster and and what the 49ers' next moves should be following a busy day of movement.

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(1:00) Reacting to Dre Greenlaw move to Denver
(3:00) This is the one major free agent that the 49ers will really feel they lost, fanbase and team will really feel his absence
(7:30) 49ers OL signing for other significant teams and for significant numbers, maybe the 49ers OL wasn’t as bad as perceived
(14:00) Kyle Shanahan’s scheme and Forester’s coaching tend to cover up OL deficiencies, two can be the same
(16:00) Is Luke Farrell’s signing a precursor to Kyle Juszczyk's future with the team

On the eve of NFL free agency, Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss the churning news cycle surrounding the 49ers. Needing a reboot on both sides of the ball, will marquee defensive end Joey Bosa join his brother Nick in the trenches for the first and maybe last opportunity to play together professionally? Also, Matt and Jennifer discuss what other moves the 49ers can make to bolster their depth as a handful of their important players are set to test free agency. Lastly, Jennifer offers an update on the Brock Purdy contract extension negotiations as she and Matt discuss how both Purdy's agent and the 49ers tackle such a massive contract.

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(1:00) NFL free agency news coming in quickly with new league year starting this week
(3:00) Very real possibility that Joey Bosa plays with his brother after release from the Chargers
(6:00) Hargrave on his way out and signs point to 49ers trading or releasing Maliek Collins
(15:30) Jets free agents that would fit with the 49ers due to Salah, Boyer ties
(19:15) JLC - No movement on Purdy extension so far, Purdy's agent first big contract, wants to get it right
(25:00) You can’t profess that you want Purdy for the long term and then lowball him, it sends the wrong message to the locker room

Matt Maiocco sits down with "Check The Mic" co-host Steve Palazzolo, formerly of PFF, to break down where the 49ers' offensive line actually stacked up against the rest of the NFL. Also, Matt and Steve discuss which analytics could play a role in the Brock Purdy contract extension negotiations and why Kyle Shanahan's system strengthens some of those numbers. Then, Jennifer Lee Chan sits down with NFL Network's Stacey Dales to identify which position group the 49ers could draft with the No. 11 pick -- and their answer might surprise you.

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(1:00) The busiest time of the NFL offseason is now
(3:00) Where does Brandon Aiyuk’s recovery stand?
(4:30) Gauging the 49ers' Davante Adams interest
(33:00) Palazzolo believes Shanahan's scheme makes 49ers' O-line look better
(41:00) How Purdy’s stats could be used in his contract negotiations
(45:00) Can Warren or Loveland take over Kittle's blocking load?

With the scouting combine and Deebo Samuel in the 49ers' rearview mirror, the organization now can move full swing into NFL free agency. San Francisco has work to do preparing for the 2025 NFL Draft as well, so Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan talk with NFL insiders Chris Simms and Omar Ruiz about their roster construction with all eyes on the 49ers' biggest piece of unfinished offseason business -- Brock Purdy's contract extension. Later, Matt and Omar recount an odd podium moment during the Jim Tomsula regime that continues to permeate rooms with laughter.

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(2:45) Reviewing Deebo's memorable time with the organization
(7:30) Why Deebo trade benefits 49ers in several ways
(10:00) NBC NFL analyst Chris Simms on Brock Purdy’s actual "value"
(32:00) NFL Network's Omar Ruiz on San Francisco's national image
(36:00) Purdy negotiations might be most fascinating NFL offseason contract story
(43:00) Ruiz recounts viral Tomsula moment during presser

One of the 49ers' first offseason dominoes fell Saturday with the team's agreement to trade wide receiver Deebo Samuel to the Washington Commanders for a fifth-round draft pick. Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan sit down to discuss the trade's magnitude, which deals away a fan favorite who defined a 49ers era with four NFC Championship Games and two Super Bowl appearances. From standout Senior Bowl performer to All-Pro "wide back," Matt and Jennifer recount some of Samuel's best moments in a 49ers uniform. Later, Matt and Jennifer address the state of the 49ers' wide receivers room and how the team can fill Samuel's void.

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(1:00) Lynch's comments at NFL Scouting Combine foreshadowed trade
(1:30) How Deebo defined this era of the 49ers
(7:00) Reflecting on vintage Deebo moments in a 49ers uniform
(11:00) Deebo was "nails" across 49ers' run of four NFC Championship Games, two Super Bowl appearances
(12:00) Why Commanders are perfect spot for Deebo to land
(17:30) How will 49ers fill Deebo's void?