The Gold Standard: San Francisco 49ers Podcast Network

Aiyuk's future + George Kittle disrespect

San Francisco 49ers insider Matt Maiocco updated Brandon Aiyuk's rehab progress, but Rob and Michelle think that something else might be up. Plus, NFL execs disrespect George Kittle.

- Could Brandon Aiyuk be ready in Week 1? (:47)

- NFL execs put George Kittle at #2 at TE (10:47)

- Brock Purdy says he's elite (23:12)

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Brandon Aiyuk back in Week 1?!

San Francisco 49ers insider Matt Maiocco provided a very interesting update about the potential return of Brandon Aiyuk.

One Thing to Read: Kyle Juszczyk's living funeral

One Thing to Watch: Brock Purdy elevating the system

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Film Breakdown: Do we worry about safety + Brock expertise

JonnyDel helps us break down issues at safety for the 49ers, and why Brock Purdy elevates the system Kyle Shanahan has designed.

- Malik Mustapha looks great (4:02)

- Ji'Ayir Brown was a mixed back in 2024 (17:21)

- What does Jason Pinnock bring to the table (22:06)

- Where Brock Purdy elevates the system (32:30)

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Matt Maiocco spills the beans at safety

San Francisco 49ers insider Matt Maiocco sat down with Jason Pinnock, and may have revealed where he currently lies in the pecking order at safety.

One Thing to Read: Matt Ryan believes in Brock Purdy

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Is everything we know about Brock Purdy wrong?

Bootleg Podcast host Brett Kollman says San Francisco 49ers QB Brock Purdy isn't a system QB, he is the system. Do we agree? Plus, is the Niners' schedule harder than we think?

- Brett Kollmann says Brock Purdy is the 49ers offense (4:13)

- Why Kollman says the 49ers offense is hard on QBs (7:57)

- Is Brent Jones a 49ers legend? (30:23)

- Brock Purdy has the perfect QB motivation (35:47)

- Some 49ers fans need a reality check (48:53)

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What are reasonable expectations for Trent Williams?

San Francisco 49ers LT Trent Williams is still really good, even if he's lost zip off his fastball. What can we expect from him in 2025?

One Thing to Read: 49ers schedule tougher than we think?

One Thing to Watch: Brock Purdy on Bussin with the Boys

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Brock Purdy, Bryce Huff speak + Secondary preview

San Francisco 49ers players are speaking on podcasts, specifically Brock Purdy and Bryce Huff. We react to what they said and wonder what we learned.

- What did we learn from Brock Purdy on Bussin' with the Boys? (1:17)

- What it's like when you know you're out of it (9:41)

- Bryce Huff sits down with Brad Graham (19:07)

- Is the schedule harder than it looks? (33:29)

- Positional breakdown: Should we worry about the secondary? (42:53)

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This is a make or break year for Ji'Ayir Brown

The San Francisco 49ers have a huge need at safety, and Ji'Ayir Brown will have every chance to redeem himself after a shaky second season in 2024.

One Thing to Read: One contract to watch for every team

One Thing to Watch: Jason Pinnock with Maiocco

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Under Review: The CRAZY idea Kyle Shanahan will never try

The San Francisco 49ers have to keep Christian McCaffrey and Trent Williams healthy this year. Rob has a plan to help with that.

- How Kyle Shanahan should treat Trent and CMC (1:35)

- What is your favorite moment in the Lynch/Shanahan era? (24:58)

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49ers in Five: Isaac Guerendo will get his chances in 2025

San Francisco 49ers RB Isaac Guerendo shows flashes of greatness last year but needs to get better at the down-in, down-out part of the job to take the next step.

One Thing to Read: Backup QBs on Brock Purdy

One Thing to Watch: Arik Armstead explains Brock Purdy's greatness

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Renardo Green will get his chance to shine in 2025

San Francisco 49ers CB Renardo Green had a very quiet but solid rookie year last season. This year he's going to have to step up his game and improve in one key area (along with the rest of the defense).

One Thing to Read: CMC's new training method

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Healthy Brandon Aiyuk unlocks this offense

People forget how good San Francisco 49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk was in 2023. If he can come back healthy this year, he and Ricky Pearsall could do real damage.

One Thing to Read: 49ers Hub is back!

One Thing to Watch: Levin's return

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Gold Standard: Who do the 49ers turn to in times of trouble?

Who will the San Francisco 49ers depend on when they need a play (besides Christian McCaffrey)?

- Who is the security blanket for Brock Purdy? (1:49)

- Levin's personal news (15:13)

- The future of the Gold Standard Podcast (16:55)

- Brock Purdy made one big change last season that hurt the offense (18:21)

- Nick Sorensen's defense was shockingly predictable last year (25:18)

- Why 2025 sets up to be good even if the 49ers get hurt...

Mykel Williams is a better pass rusher than you think

San Francisco 49ers first round pick Mykel Williams didn't put up huge pass rushing numbers in college, but he is poised to do much better in the NFL.

One Thing to Read: Warren Sharp Football Preview

One Thing to Watch: Bryce Huff with Brad Graham

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2025 Positional Preview - Tight Ends

Steph Sanchez and Jason Aponte think George Kittle is about to blow up this season! We dive into the TE position, as well as look at a couple of interesting articles that hit the internet recently.

- Frank Gore is the best RB draft value this millennium? (:57)

- Why do 49ers fans still care so much about Deebo? (6:49)

- Jauan Jennings, the ultimate safety blanket (11:15)

- Kyle Shanahan's plan at TE (19:58)

- Why George Kittle could dominate this year (35:29)

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Brock Purdy wasn't nearly as bad as they say last year

San Francisco 49ers QB Brock Purdy had a better year last year than people think - and we can prove it.

One Thing to Read: WR CB Beefs!

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Under Review: How Deommodore Lenoir can learn from his arrest

San Francisco 49ers DB Deommodore Lenoir was arrested on Thursday night for a misdemeanor. How can he learn from that arrest, and which 49ers play would you want to see them reacquire?

- What's happening with Lenoir (:37)

- Which 49ers player do you want to see them bring back? (11:35)

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How will Robert Saleh use Malik Mustapha?

San Francisco 49ers safety Malik Mustpaha is wildly important to the team this season. How will Robert Saleh maximize his talents?

One Thing to Read: One lingering question for each team

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What You Need to Know Going Into 2025

Michelle has been in the lab digging up the most interesting nuggets on the San Francisco 49ers going into this season. We go inside the numbers on Brock Purdy, Christian McCaffrey, George Kittle, Robert Saleh and more.

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What is Jauan Jennings' role in 2025?

San Francisco 49ers WR Jauan Jennings had a career year in 2024. Will he be called upon as much this season - and should he be?

One Thing to Read: QB Ranks by division

One Thing to Watch: Ricky Pearsall breakdown

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Why Ricky Pearsall is the 49ers X-Factor this year

San Francisco 49ers WR Ricky Pearsall carries a tremendous burden on his shoulders in 2025. We highlight where he fell short to start last year, and what it could look like if he makes a leap this year. Plus, Jordan Watkins looks very promising as well.

- The difference between an X and a Z receiver (3:00)

- How big a mental burden 49ers WRs have in this offense (5:24)

- Where Ricky Pearsall struggled last year (11:45)

- What it looks like when...

Nick Bosa will be the best version of himself this year

San Francisco 49ers DE Nick Bosa didn't have his best season last year, but it was still pretty damn good. Here's why he could be much better this season.

One Thing to Read: Winners and Losers of the Offseason

One Thing to Watch: Gronk on Hot Ones

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George Kittle addresses his future

San Francisco 49ers TE George Kittle was a guest on Bussin' with the Boys and addressed how long he'll continue playing, how his body feels, and one player to keep an eye on this preseason.

One Thing to Read: AI coming to the NFL?

One Thing to Watch: Kittle on Bussin' with the Boys

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2025 Positional Preview - Offensive Line

The San Francisco 49ers offensive line takes more heat than any other position group on the team. Is it justified? Plus, Ricky Pearsall had some fascinating things to say to Matt Maiocco.

- Offensive line preview (2:02)

- Ricky Pearsall with Matt Maiocco (43:52)

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Ricky Pearsall ready for bigger role in 2025

San Francisco 49ers WR Ricky Pearsall told Matt Maiocco he's ready to take a big step in his second year with the team. He also took us inside the shooting that changed his life.

One Thing to Read: What we learned from every team's minicamp

One Thing to Watch: The NFL colludes against the players

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What the 49ers can learn from OKC + Aiyuk mad again

What can the San Francisco 49ers learn from the Oklahoma City Thunder after OKC's championship last night? Plus, what is Brandon Aiyuk mad about now?

- Rob's 49ers trauma haunts him again (:10)

- What the 49ers can learn from Sam Presti and the Thunder (3:50)

- Brandon Aiyuk posts angry comment on his YouTube channel (20:36)

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Fred Warner is still at the top of his game

San Francisco 49ers LB Fred Warner might be turning 29 this fall, but he's still just as good as he's ever been - maybe better. We look back at his 2024 season and ahead to what the teams needs from him this year.

One Thing to Read: Baby Fred Warner film breakdown

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PFF Ranks the 49ers roster

Pro Football Focus ranked San Francisco 49ers roster by unit and we disagree with a lot of what they came up with.

- People are getting insane with their rankings (1:13)

- How many NFC teams are better than the 49ers? (16:26)

- How PFF rates the 49ers receiving corps (22:28)

- How good are the 49ers' running backs? (34:02)

- Why the Niners' offensive line isn't as bad as people say (45:05)

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Where Christian McCaffrey helps the 49ers the most

San Francisco 49ers RB Christian McCaffrey looks to be healthy again. If the 49ers want to keep him that way, there's one specific area they need to target to maximize his contribution to this team.

One Thing to Read: George Kittle defends Deebo again

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49ers restructure their front office - sort of

The San Francisco 49ers announced some promotions and hirings in their front office. There was one move made that Rob saw coming after the Brock Purdy contract was announced.

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Deommodore Lenoir will ascend in 2025

San Francisco 49ers DB Deommodore Lenoir was ranked 23rd on PFF's list of the best cornerbacks, and he wasn't happy about it. Rob explains why he's the best ascending player on the 49ers this season.

One Thing to Read: Keyshawn Johnson loves the 49ers

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The 49ers are trying to take the pressure off themselves

San Francisco 49ers TE George Kittle says the team can create their own Super Bowl window. John Lynch says the team is going to take some lumps. Is there a method to their madness?

- George Kittle says the Niners make their own window (1:20)

- This season's success hinges on the red zone (11:33)

- John Lynch says the 49ers will take some lumps (31:58)

- Is the Rafael Devers deal the most shocking Bay Area sports trade? (45:35)

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George Kittle destroys the "Super Bowl window" talk

San Francisco 49ers TE George Kittle doesn't give a crap about whether people think the 49ers can win a Super Bowl this year. He explained on the Rich Eisen Show, and we have the audio.

One Thing to Read: Deep dive on Brant Boyer

One Thing to Watch: Steph makes Terrell Owens mad

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Bully Ball: 2025 Positional Preview - Wide Receivers

The San Francisco 49ers receiving corps is one of the most interesting position groups on the team. Jason Aponte and Steph Sanchez take a deep dive on what to expect this season.

- Reasonable expectations for Ricky Pearsall (2:54)

- Does Kyle Shanahan's offense need a wide back? (7:07)

- Which WRs will make the team? (21:05)

- Who is under more pressure: Robert Saleh or Kris Kocurek? (37:30)

- Who leads the 49ers in receiving this season? (47:29)

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George Kittle will get the targets he deserves in 2025

San Francisco 49ers GM John Lynch explained why the team has gone out of their way this offseason to give George Kittle more oppotunities in the passing game - and it's about damn time.

One Thing to Read: ⁠5 NFC West Questions⁠

One Thing to Watch: ⁠Have the Niners learned from their mistakes?⁠

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Do the 49ers learn from their mistakes?

San Francisco 49ers GM John Lynch told Matt Maiocco that the team has learned from some of their mistakes in the past. Is that true? Rob Guerrera and Vish Kumaran look at this regime's history to put that idea to the test.

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CJ West signs rookie contract

The San Francisco 49ers signed rookie CJ West to his first contract on Friday. We take a deep dive into how West can define success this year, what the team needs from him, and how likely he is to give them that this season.

One Thing to Read: 49ers Father and Sons

One Thing to Watch: CJ West film breakdown

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Figuring out the solution to the Brandon Aiyuk situation

San Francisco 49ers GM John Lynch says Brandon Aiyuk is healing nicely from his knee injury, and that he is a big part of the organization "moving foward." Nice to see the Niners try and publicly repair things after doing a lot of damage this offseason.

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John Lynch address the Brandon Aiyuk situation

San Francisco 49ers GM John Lynch addressed the rumors of Brandon Aiyuk's dissatisfaction with the team on the Pat McAfee Show. Plus, where is Aiyuk in terms of recovery from knee surgery?

One Thing to Read: Matt Barrows Mailbag

One Thing to Watch: Bryce Huff film breakdown

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Bryce Huff breakdown with JonnyDel!

What does new San Francisco 49ers pass rusher Bryce Huff bring to the defense? We dive into the film room to see if what Robert Saleh and Kyle Shanahan are saying is true.

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