49ers Talk with Matt Maiocco

Former 49ers player Aldon Smith joins Matt Maiocco to look back at his NFL career, how he has matured since his early days in San Francisco and his planned offseason work with rookies in the Jaguars and Raiders organizations. Then, Matt and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss the pressure on the 49ers’ roster and the impact the rookies can make next season. (1:26) 49ers select eight players in 2024 NFL Draft (6:48) Williams on Smith’s greatness on the field (13:30) Smith on how he was as a football player (19:36) Smith details his growth over the years (25:08) Smith on his work helping NFL rookies (29:30) Smith shares how much he looks back at his career (39:01) Recapping the Aldon Smith interview (51:09) How much pressure is on the 49ers' roster? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down all the selections the 49ers made in the 2024 NFL Draft, how each player brings unique skills to help the team next season and which positions they will add more depth. Plus, Matt and Jennifer look at what is next for the 49ers as the offseason progresses. (1:26) 49ers add depth at skill positions in draft (6:48) Maiocco shares his opinion of the 49ers’ draft (13:30) What is the most interesting pick? (19:36) Biggest surprises of the draft (24:08) 49ers sign a number of undrafted free agents (29:30) What is next for the 49ers? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan are joined by first-round draft pick Ricky Pearsall to discuss the skills he brings to the 49ers' offense, what he learned from being Brandon Aiyuk’s college teammate and his history with Brock Purdy. Plus, Matt and Jennifer break down what Renardo Green and Dominick Puni add to the roster, and preview the final day of the 2024 NFL Draft. (1:26) Day 2 passes with no Aiyuk or Deebo Samuel trade (6:48) How will Pearsall help against man coverage? (13:50) Pearsall shares his belief in being a first-round talent (16:30) Pearsall shares his history with Purdy (22:36) What will Green bring to the defense? (27:08) How Puni’s versatility will help O-line (44:30) Previewing NFL draft Day 3 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down the 49ers picking Florida wide receiver Ricky Pearsall in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft, what this could mean for Brandon Aiyuk and Deebo Samuel's futures, and which positions the 49ers will target on Day 2. (1:26) 49ers pick Florida WR Pearsall No. 31 overall (6:48) How much will Pearsall play next season? (13:50) Will Aiyuk be traded? (20:30) Breaking down the first round (26:36) Positions to target in the second and third rounds See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down 49ers GM John Lynch ‘s comments on the ongoing Brandon Aiyuk contract negotiations, the team’s biggest needs heading into the draft and which prospects to watch. (1:46) Lynch touches on Aiyuk contract negotiations (9:48) Examining the 49ers' receiver corps (18:50) Warner shows excitement over Sorensen hiring (26:30) What is the 49ers' draft philosophy? (28:36) Is nickel back the 49ers' biggest need? (39:08) Under-the-radar prospects (44:30) Possible 49ers roster cuts See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down what Trent Taylor’s return means for the 49ers’ offense and special teams, which wide receiver and offensive line prospects fit the team's needs best and what other positions of need are in next week’s draft. (1:46) 49ers reunite with former WR Trent Taylor (8:48) What is the 49ers' secret to their fifth-round success? (18:50) Best wide receiver draft fits for the 49ers (23:30) Possible O-line draft targets (28:36) Which position will the 49ers select in the first round? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down the latest surrounding Brandon Aiyuk and his contract negotiations with the 49ers, positions the team could target with the No. 31 pick in the 2024 NFL Draft and what move could take their defense to the next level. (1:46) Aiyuk unfollows the 49ers on social media (8:48) Could the 49rs draft a WR early in the draft? (18:50) What happens next with Aiyuk? (26:30) Possible positions the 49ers could target in the first round (36:36) Have the 49ers changed their roster philosophy? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan are joined by Pro Football Hall of Fame wide receiver Terrell Owens to discuss his NFL draft process, the amount of 49ers ties in this year’s draft and the talents his son, Terique, brings to the table. Plus, Matt and Jennifer answer some fan questions and look at the latest updates surrounding Brandon Aiyuk. (1:46) 49ers host local pro day at Levi's Stadium (8:48) Looking back at the 2021 NFL Draft (13:50) Latest updates on Aiyuk negotiations (24:30) Should offensive holding be a five-yard penalty? (30:36) Owens on his son’s NFL potential See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan are joined by Senior Bowl executive director Jim Nagy to break down some prospects who would be perfect 49ers fits, why the nickel back position is underrated, and which middle-round tight ends could be a perfect combo with George Kittle. (1:46) Warner, Samuel threw out first pitches at Giants game (8:48) Which 49ers deserve a contract extension? (12:50) Prediction for the 2024 NFL Draft (25:30) Nagy on potential O-line fits (33:36) Nagy breaks down possible wide receiver fits (39:08) Nagy outlines value tight ends in the draft (48:30) Analyzing the future of the 49ers’ O-line See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down the 49ers’ roster needs after missing out on tight end Brock Wright, some NFL Draft targets to fill roster depth and why the Stefon Diggs trade increases the likelihood San Francisco keeps Brandon Aiyuk around for the foreseeable future. (1:46) Lions match 49ers' offer sheet for Wright (8:48) Possible TE draft targets (13:50) Is cornerback the biggest roster need moving forward? (19:30) how does the Diggs trade impact the Aiyuk situation? (26:36) Analyzing the Purdy-Aiyuk connection See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan are joined by ESPN’s Field Yates to break down the positions of need he sees for the 49ers entering the NFL Draft, some possible value selections in the later rounds and what he sees as San Francisco’s checklist to get back to the Super Bowl next season. (1:46) Offseason moves on as Annual League Meeting ends (8:48) Breaking down the Armstead-49ers split (14:50) 49ers sign Wright to offer sheet (22:30) Yates shares the best receiving RB in the draft (27:36) How does Luke McCaffrey compare to Christian? (35:50) Yates on the 49ers' third round targets (39:08 ) Checklist for the 49ers moving forward See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down the NFL's new kickoff rules, Brandon Aiyuk's importance for Brock Purdy's growth and how Purdy can continue to improve this offseason. (1:46) NFL changes kickoff rules for 2024 season (7:48) Why the 49ers voted against the new kickoff rules? (14:50) How important is Aiyuk to Purdy’s growth? (20:30) York on the 49ers’ Super Bowl drought (24:36) Where can Purdy improve this offseason? (30:50) When will Hufanga return from injury? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down John Lynch’s comments on the 49ers’ contract negotiations with Brandon Aiyuk, the unique skills Brandon Staley will bring to San Francisco's defense and the details surrounding the bookkeeping error that cost the 49ers a fifth-round draft pick. (1:46) Kittle, Ward underwent offseason surgeries (7:48) Lynch denies trade rumors surrounding Aiyuk (13:50) Lynch explains the 49ers’ financial error (21:30) What will Staley bring to the 49ers? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down the positions of need for the 49ers as free agency continues, why the NFL draft has slowed down free agency and some possible free-agent targets for the 49ers to fill out roster depth. Plus, Matt and Jennifer discuss the Joshua Dobbs addition. (1:46) 49ers docked draft pick after payroll accounting issue (7:48) Floyd signing becomes official (14:50) Young expected to sign with Saints (19:30) Positions 49ers need to address (24:36) Possible free-agent targets (29:50) 49ers, Dobbs agree to one-year deal See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down if the 49ers have improved after their recent free-agency moves, how Jon Feliciano’s return to San Francisco creates flexibility for the team moving forward and why the restructured contracts of Fred Warner and George Kittle will have an impact for years to come. (1:46) Armstead agrees to terms with Jacksonville (7:48) Donald announces retirement from NFL (14:50) What Feliciano’s return means for the 49ers (21:30) Have the 49ers improved their defensive line? (29:36) What is the 49ers' biggest roster hole? (37:50) Areas 49ers can use cap space moving forward See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down how the 49ers' free-agent additions will fill specific roles on the defensive line, the significance of Arik Armstead's post-June 1 release designation and why Kyle Juszczyk sticking with San Francisco is so important. (1:46) 49ers designate Armstead as post-June 1 release (7:48) Juszczyk agrees to restructured deal with 49ers (14:50) Looking at 49ers personnel behind the scenes (18:30) How will the 49ers' free-agent additions fit in? (22:36) 49ers, Givens agree to one-year contract See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down how the 49ers' defensive line is starting to take form after their recent contract agreements, the next positions the 49ers need to target in free agency and what the future holds for Kyle Juszczyk. (1:46) Deebo changes from No. 19 to No. 1 next season (8:48) 49ers add Gross-Matos, Elliott to bolster defensive line (16:50) Expectations for Floyd next season (20:30) Positions of need moving forward (29:36) What does the future hold for Juszczyk? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss Leonard Floyd's reported contract agreement with the 49ers, what Arik Armstead's impending departure means for the team's remaining veterans and other free-agency moves across the NFL. (1:46) 49ers reportedly agree to terms with Leonard Floyd (8:48) Armstead set to be waived by 49ers (16:50) 49ers place second-round tender on Jennings (20:30) What comes next for the 49ers? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan preview the upcoming start of NFL free agency for the 49ers, which players on the roster are the best candidates for a contract extension and the possibility Joey Bosa could end up in San Francisco to team up with his brother on the defensive line. Plus, former GM Rick Spielman stops by to discuss how he sees Brandon Aiyuk contract negotiations playing out and why Brock Purdy’s third season will determine the value of his next deal. (1:46) 49ers gear up for NFL free agency (8:48) What to make of the McKivitz extension (13:00) How will the Aiyuk negotiations play out? (19:00) Could Joey Bosa join Nick on the 49ers? (25:36) Positions to keep an eye on in the draft (33:50) Will Darnold return next season? (39:08) Spielman on the NFL Scouting Combine's importance (42:30) Spielman weighs in on Aiyuk’s possible contract (46:30) Spielman predicts what Purdy’s next contract could be See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan are joined by Pro Football Talk’s Mike Florio to discuss the state of the 49ers, Kyle Shanahan’s growing reputation and what he expects to happen with Brandon Aiyuk. Then, NFL Network’s Charles Davis stops by to share his sleeper NFL draft prospects and when the 49ers should target their positions of need. Plus, is it possible San Francisco trades away one of its veterans? (1:46) Recapping the NFL Scouting Combine (9:48) 49ers decline to use franchise tag (15:00) Which free agents will the 49ers re-sign? (23:51) Florio on founding PFT (28:36) Florio discusses the state of the 49ers (34:04) Could the 49ers part with a big-name veteran? (43:50) Davis shares his sleeper draft prospects (47:08) Davis breaks down O-line qualities for the 49ers See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.