The Gold Standard: San Francisco 49ers Podcast Network

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

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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? 

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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

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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. 

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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!

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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. 

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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. 

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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? 

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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?

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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?

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