The Gold Standard: San Francisco 49ers Podcast Network

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.

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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. 

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On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, it’s the 12th Win Wednesday (or Monday) of the season after another thrilling 49ers victory. What was the Rams plan on offense and why was it effective? How did the 49ers adjust defensively? And how did San Francisco’s passing game come up big late to get them the win? All that, plus Matt Breida goes snapless, we find the limits of Daniel Brunskill, and previewing the biggest game of the season. 

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Kyle and Rich are back with another episode of Scarlett Jimmies as they recap the 49ers 34-31 win over the Rams. In this episode, they fielded a series of questions, from what happened to Matt Breida's playing time to should the defense bench Ahkello Witherspoon. The two also discuss the magnitude of Week 17, and what it means for the franchise.

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On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, data scientist and host of the PFF Forecast George Chahouri joins to discuss Kyle Shanahan’s decision making after the let down against Atlanta. What holds Kyle back as a play caller? And is the defense ultimately to blame for the loss? Then Joe McAtee from Turf Show Times joins to discuss whether the Rams will play spoiler to first-seed hopes. 

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On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, we bask in the glory of a thrilling 49ers win in New Orleans. How was this win different from any other we’ve seen this season? What allowed the offense to click as well as it did? And where did things break down defensively? All that, plus Goodwin's future, Kittle’s historic season, and previewing the Falcons. 

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An offensive explosion by the 49ers and Saints in the game of the year

Recapping a wild one in New Orleans. Kyle and Rich start by poking fun at the Seahawks. From there, the two talk about the defensive lapses by the Niners, and how much of it was a surprise. That's followed by the outstanding day from the 49ers offense and how impressive Shanahan was on the day. Here's how the rest of the podcast shaped up:

Questionable calls

Turning points of the game

Has Tevin Coleman been phased out of the offense?

Injuries

Plays of the game

Importance of the bye

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On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, David returns to break down the little things that cost the 49ers their second tough game of the season. How did the 49ers defend the zone read? Were the end of the halves really mis-managed? And did we learn anything new about the 49ers after this game? All that, plus Seth Galina returns to preview the Saints, playoff seeding, and choice routes. 

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No, the sky isn’t falling. If anything, the 20-17 loss to the Ravens should give you more faith in San Francisco. Kyle welcomes back Rich Madrid start out with the obvious: the coaching blunders. Here’s how the podcast goes:

Coaching errors to end each half

Penalties

Mostert’s career day

How the defense did against Lamar

How Garoppolo fared against the blitz, and did his turnover cost the 49ers the game?

Saleh’s second-half adjustments

Fourth downs

The turning point of the game

Player of the game

Go Vikings!

Quick thoughts on next week’s matchup against the Saints

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On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, Rich Madrid joins to revel in an absolute steamrolling of the Packers on Sunday night. Which players are emerging as playmakers on offense? Who played better: Ahkello Witherspoon or Emmanuel Moseley? And will the 49ers defense be able to slow down perhaps the best overall team in Baltimore? All that, plus Fred Warner’s career day, the return of the Tampa 2, and 3 safety looks. 

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