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Kawakami drops some Brock, Saleh nuggets in latest column Tim Kawakami of the SF Standard says Brock Purdy's contract might not be structured in a traditional way - which might tick off his camp. Plus, Robert Saleh has a lot more power than he once did as San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator. One Thing to Read:  https://t.co/7KvXsCS4Xh One Thing to Watch: https://youtu.be/zxOxoDS6QSY CHECK OUT UNDERDOG FANTASY: Sign up and deposit for Underdog HERE with promo code GOLDSTANDARD to get up to $1,000 in bonus cash and a free pick: underdogfantasy.com or download the app. Must be 18+ (19+ AL, Nebraska; 19+ in CO for some games, 21+MA & AZ) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Void in CO. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; AZ: 1-800-NEXT-STEP (1-800-639-8783) or text NEXT-STEP to 53342; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369) JOIN OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL TO GET ACCESS TO PERKS: https://www.youtube.com/channel

Film Breakdown with Jonny Del: What Robert Saleh brings to San Francisco San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator Robert Saleh should improve the defense immediately. JonnyDel joins the show to guide us through his Jets film to learn how much fun we're about to have next season. Subscribe to JonnyDel's YouTube Channel CHECK OUT UNDERDOG FANTASY: Sign up and deposit for Underdog HERE with promo code GOLDSTANDARD to get up to $1,000 in bonus cash and a free pick: underdogfantasy.com or download the app. Must be 18+ (19+ AL, Nebraska; 19+ in CO for some games, 21+MA & AZ) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Void in CO. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; AZ: 1-800-NEXT-STEP (1-800-639-8783) or text NEXT-STEP to 53342; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369) JOIN OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL TO GET ACCESS TO PERKS: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdn6zbhFQ7_vMLYfjSiLSYA/join GET SOME SWEET HOMAGE 49ERS GEAR HERE: h

Could the Niners make a big free agent splash? San Francisco 49ers beat writer Matt Maiocco suggested a big name that the 49ers could go after in free agency that would significantly help the team. Plus, two very obvious things the team could do that would give them a LOT more cap space in free agency. One Thing to Read: https://www.pff.com/news/nfl-2025-nfl-free-agency-potential-landing-spots-cornerbacks-safeties CHECK OUT UNDERDOG FANTASY: Sign up and deposit for Underdog HERE with promo code GOLDSTANDARD to get up to $1,000 in bonus cash and a free pick: underdogfantasy.com or download the app. Must be 18+ (19+ AL, Nebraska; 19+ in CO for some games, 21+MA & AZ) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Void in CO. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; AZ: 1-800-NEXT-STEP (1-800-639-8783) or text NEXT-STEP to 53342; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369) JOIN OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL TO GET ACCESS TO PERKS: https:/

How quickly can Robert Saleh fix the defense? The San Francisco 49ers have a new defensive coordinator but lack a complete defense for Robert Saleh to work with. How quickly can he make changes to improve things, and what changes should he make? Plus, Steve Young says Kyle Shanahan needs to run more RPOs for Brock Purdy because quarterbacks need to threaten the line of scrimmage on every play. Do we agree with that? CHECK OUT UNDERDOG FANTASY: Sign up and deposit for Underdog HERE with promo code GOLDSTANDARD to get up to $1,000 in bonus cash and a free pick: underdogfantasy.com or download the app. Must be 18+ (19+ AL, Nebraska; 19+ in CO for some games, 21+MA & AZ) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Void in CO. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; AZ: 1-800-NEXT-STEP (1-800-639-8783) or text NEXT-STEP to 53342; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369) JOIN OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL TO GET ACCESS TO PERKS: https

Steve Young's advice for Kyle Shanahan San Francisco 49ers great Steve Young says he wants to see Kyle Shanahan call more RPOs for Brock Purdy in 2025. Listen to Steve explain his reasoning in today's show. One Thing to Read: https://www.nbcsportsbayarea.com/nfl/san-francisco-49ers/2025-draft-will-cambell-kelvin-banks-armand-bembou/1823564/ CHECK OUT UNDERDOG FANTASY: Sign up and deposit for Underdog HERE with promo code GOLDSTANDARD to get up to $1,000 in bonus cash and a free pick: underdogfantasy.com or download the app. Must be 18+ (19+ AL, Nebraska; 19+ in CO for some games, 21+MA & AZ) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Void in CO. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; AZ: 1-800-NEXT-STEP (1-800-639-8783) or text NEXT-STEP to 53342; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369) JOIN OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL TO GET ACCESS TO PERKS: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdn6zbhFQ7_vMLYfjSiLSYA/join GET SOME SWEET HOM

The 49ers offseason is cooking so far! The San Francisco 49ers have handled their business so far this offseason by hiring Robert Saleh and Brant Boyer. Jason Aponte and Rob Guerrera run through the 49ers free agents and decide who stays and who goes. CHECK OUT UNDERDOG FANTASY: Sign up and deposit for Underdog HERE with promo code GOLDSTANDARD to get up to $1,000 in bonus cash and a free pick: underdogfantasy.com or download the app. Must be 18+ (19+ AL, Nebraska; 19+ in CO for some games, 21+MA & AZ) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Void in CO. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; AZ: 1-800-NEXT-STEP (1-800-639-8783) or text NEXT-STEP to 53342; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369) JOIN OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL TO GET ACCESS TO PERKS: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdn6zbhFQ7_vMLYfjSiLSYA/join GET SOME SWEET HOMAGE 49ERS GEAR HERE: https://homage.sjv.io/GoldStandard SUPPORT OUR PATREON: https://www.pat

Meet new special teams coordinator Brant Boyer! The San Francisco 49ers have hired a new special teams coordinator, and it looks like they may have found a good one. We break down Boyer's success over nine years with the Jets. Plus, you'll hear Pat McAfee explain why he LOVES the move. One Thing to Read: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6083815/2025/01/28/nfl-mock-draft-2025-abdul-carter-titans/ One Thing to Watch: https://youtu.be/o9ttg3_nHOA CHECK OUT UNDERDOG FANTASY: Sign up and deposit for Underdog HERE with promo code GOLDSTANDARD to get up to $1,000 in bonus cash and a free pick: underdogfantasy.com or download the app. Must be 18+ (19+ AL, Nebraska; 19+ in CO for some games, 21+MA & AZ) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Void in CO. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; AZ: 1-800-NEXT-STEP (1-800-639-8783) or text NEXT-STEP to 53342; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369) JOIN OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL T

Ross Tucker joins the show to talk Saleh, Purdy, and CMC NFL Analyst Ross Tucker joins us to break down the return of Robert Saleh to San Francisco, what he would do with Brock Purdy's contract, and whether Christian McCaffrey has been more impactful than Saquon Barkley. CHECK OUT UNDERDOG FANTASY: Sign up and deposit for Underdog HERE with promo code GOLDSTANDARD to get up to $1,000 in bonus cash and a free pick: underdogfantasy.com or download the app. Must be 18+ (19+ AL, Nebraska; 19+ in CO for some games, 21+MA & AZ) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Void in CO. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; AZ: 1-800-NEXT-STEP (1-800-639-8783) or text NEXT-STEP to 53342; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369) JOIN OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL TO GET ACCESS TO PERKS: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdn6zbhFQ7_vMLYfjSiLSYA/join GET SOME SWEET HOMAGE 49ERS GEAR HERE: https://homage.sjv.io/GoldStandard SUPPORT OUR PATR

Robert Saleh officially hired + How he'll fix it The San Francisco 49ers officially hired Robert Saleh to be their defensive coordinator on Friday. We listen back to his final press conference as a 49er in 2020 to hear where the system left off, and more importantly, how he'll go about fixing things in 2025. Plus, get the latest rumors about what Saleh wants to improve most on defense this season. One Thing to Read: https://www.pff.com/news/nfl-best-landing-spots-top-15-free-agents-defense-2025 CHECK OUT UNDERDOG FANTASY: Sign up and deposit for Underdog HERE with promo code GOLDSTANDARD to get up to $1,000 in bonus cash and a free pick: underdogfantasy.com or download the app. Must be 18+ (19+ AL, Nebraska; 19+ in CO for some games, 21+MA & AZ) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Void in CO. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; AZ: 1-800-NEXT-STEP (1-800-639-8783) or text NEXT-STEP to 53342; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY

Where Robert Saleh can help + Conf. championship best bets Now that Robert Saleh appears to be back for the San Francisco 49ers, Rob and Michelle discuss where he needs to help them improve the most in 2025. Plus, we celebrate our 100th episode together and make our picks for the conference title games. CHECK OUT UNDERDOG FANTASY: Sign up and deposit for Underdog HERE with promo code GOLDSTANDARD to get up to $1,000 in bonus cash and a free pick: underdogfantasy.com or download the app. Must be 18+ (19+ AL, Nebraska; 19+ in CO for some games, 21+MA & AZ) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Void in CO. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; AZ: 1-800-NEXT-STEP (1-800-639-8783) or text NEXT-STEP to 53342; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369) JOIN OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL TO GET ACCESS TO PERKS: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdn6zbhFQ7_vMLYfjSiLSYA/join GET SOME SWEET HOMAGE 49ERS GEAR HERE: https://homage.sjv.

Robert Saleh tells Niners he'll only DC for them According to Matt Maiocco, Robert Saleh has told the San Francisco 49ers he will be their defensive coordinator if he doesn't get a head coaching job with the Las Vegas Raiders or Dallas Cowboys. Plus, the team is expected to name a new special teams coordinator next week. One Thing to Read: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6081951/2025/01/23/49ers-2025-free-agent-rankings/ CHECK OUT UNDERDOG FANTASY: Sign up and deposit for Underdog HERE with promo code GOLDSTANDARD to get up to $1,000 in bonus cash and a free pick: underdogfantasy.com or download the app. Must be 18+ (19+ AL, Nebraska; 19+ in CO for some games, 21+MA & AZ) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Void in CO. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; AZ: 1-800-NEXT-STEP (1-800-639-8783) or text NEXT-STEP to 53342; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369) JOIN OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL TO GET ACCESS TO PERKS

Instant Reaction: Mike Silver says Robert Saleh is coming back! The San Francisco 49ers are on the verge of reuniting with former defensive coordinator Robert Saleh, according to Mike Silver and other beat writers. We react to the news, explain how this all happened, and run though what it means for the future of the team. CHECK OUT UNDERDOG FANTASY: Sign up and deposit for Underdog HERE with promo code GOLDSTANDARD to get up to $1,000 in bonus cash and a free pick: underdogfantasy.com or download the app. Must be 18+ (19+ AL, Nebraska; 19+ in CO for some games, 21+MA & AZ) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Void in CO. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; AZ: 1-800-NEXT-STEP (1-800-639-8783) or text NEXT-STEP to 53342; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369) JOIN OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL TO GET ACCESS TO PERKS: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdn6zbhFQ7_vMLYfjSiLSYA/join GET SOME SWEET HOMAGE 49ERS GEAR HERE:

Pete Carroll could end up as the next DC?! The San Francisco 49ers have talked about hiring old nemesis Pete Carroll as their defensive coordinator if Robert Saleh gets a head coaching job somewhere. Also, the wait to find out on Saleh may have gotten a bit longer because Mike Silver says the Jacksonville Jaguars are expanding their head coaching search. One Thing to Read: https://www.nbcsportsbayarea.com/nfl/san-francisco-49ers/mel-kiper-nfl-mock-draft-pick-11/1822652/ One Thing to Watch: https://x.com/jonnydels/status/1882151431056355505 CHECK OUT UNDERDOG FANTASY: Sign up and deposit for Underdog HERE with promo code GOLDSTANDARD to get up to $1,000 in bonus cash and a free pick: underdogfantasy.com or download the app. Must be 18+ (19+ AL, Nebraska; 19+ in CO for some games, 21+MA & AZ) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Void in CO. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; AZ: 1-800-NEXT-STEP (1-800-639-8783) or text NEXT-STEP to 53342

Is Robert Saleh slipping away from the 49ers? The San Francisco 49ers need a defensive coordinator, and the latest turn in the coaching carousel is leading Robert Saleh further away from a reunion with Kyle Shanahan. We update and react to the coaching news that happens while we're live, too. CHECK OUT UNDERDOG FANTASY: Sign up and deposit for Underdog HERE with promo code GOLDSTANDARD to get up to $1,000 in bonus cash and a free pick: underdogfantasy.com or download the app. Must be 18+ (19+ AL, Nebraska; 19+ in CO for some games, 21+MA & AZ) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Void in CO. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; AZ: 1-800-NEXT-STEP (1-800-639-8783) or text NEXT-STEP to 53342; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369) JOIN OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL TO GET ACCESS TO PERKS: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdn6zbhFQ7_vMLYfjSiLSYA/join GET SOME SWEET HOMAGE 49ERS GEAR HERE: https://homage.sjv.io/GoldSta

One step closer to Robert Saleh's return? The San Francisco 49ers may have gotten good news yesterday when it was reported that that Jaguars are expected to offer their head coaching job to Liam Coen instead of Robert Saleh. While nothing is done yet, the report comes from a long-time Bucs' insider. One Thing to Read: https://www.espn.com/nfl/insider/story/_/id/43493153/nfl-executive-predictions-2025-quarterback-moves-steelers-raiders-vikings-free-agency CHECK OUT UNDERDOG FANTASY: Sign up and deposit for Underdog HERE with promo code GOLDSTANDARD to get up to $1,000 in bonus cash and a free pick: underdogfantasy.com or download the app. Must be 18+ (19+ AL, Nebraska; 19+ in CO for some games, 21+MA & AZ) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Void in CO. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; AZ: 1-800-NEXT-STEP (1-800-639-8783) or text NEXT-STEP to 53342; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369) JOIN OUR YOUTUB

49ers DC musings + Why the NFL is now a 4 down league The San Francisco 49ers still need a defensive coordinator, and we still try and understand what their plan is, exactly. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers might be doing the 49ers a huge favor by offering Liam Cohen their head coaching position. Plus, what the playoffs have taught us about where the 49ers offense must evolve. CHECK OUT UNDERDOG FANTASY: Sign up and deposit for Underdog HERE with promo code GOLDSTANDARD to get up to $1,000 in bonus cash and a free pick: underdogfantasy.com or download the app. Must be 18+ (19+ AL, Nebraska; 19+ in CO for some games, 21+MA & AZ) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Void in CO. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; AZ: 1-800-NEXT-STEP (1-800-639-8783) or text NEXT-STEP to 53342; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369) JOIN OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL TO GET ACCESS TO PERKS: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdn6zbhFQ7_vMLYfjSi

Robert Saleh to have 2nd interview in Jacksonville The San Francisco 49ers will have to wait to hire Robert Saleh because he is going to interview again for the Jacksonville Jaguars head coaching job on Friday. The Jaguars are having multiple candidates in for second interviews, so the wait on Saleh could stretch out even longer. In the meantime, other viable candidates for defensive coordinator are coming off the board. One Thing to Read: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6075710/2025/01/21/nfl-divisional-round-results-scores-coaching-decisions/ CHECK OUT UNDERDOG FANTASY: Sign up and deposit for Underdog HERE with promo code GOLDSTANDARD to get up to $1,000 in bonus cash and a free pick: underdogfantasy.com or download the app. Must be 18+ (19+ AL, Nebraska; 19+ in CO for some games, 21+MA & AZ) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Void in CO. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; AZ: 1-800-NEXT-STEP (1-800-639-8783) or text NEXT-STEP t

Backup option at DC is now off the board The San Francisco 49ers wanted Jeff Ulbrich to be their fallback option at defensive coordinator, but he is officially off the board. Ulbrich took the Falcons DC job, and that leaves all the Niners' eggs in the Robert Saleh basket. Plus, Deommodore Lenoir tweeted something that got 49ers fans VERY happy. One Thing to Read: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6062143/2025/01/15/nfl-2025-power-rankings-non-playoff-teams/?source=user_shared_articleRanking 18 NFL teams that missed the playoffs: Who’s most likely to rebound in 2025? CHECK OUT UNDERDOG FANTASY: Sign up and deposit for Underdog HERE with promo code GOLDSTANDARD to get up to $1,000 in bonus cash and a free pick: underdogfantasy.com or download the app. Must be 18+ (19+ AL, Nebraska; 19+ in CO for some games, 21+MA & AZ) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Void in CO. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; AZ: 1-800-NEXT-STEP (1-800-639-8783)

Gold Diggers: 49ers all in on Saleh + One BIG reason to pay Brock now The San Francisco 49ers really want Robert Saleh to be their defensive coordinator, and Matt Barrows proved it on the 49ers +/- podcast. Plus, how Rob got turned around on paying Brock Purdy, and best bets for the Divisional playoffs. CHECK OUT UNDERDOG FANTASY: Sign up and deposit for Underdog HERE with promo code GOLDSTANDARD to get up to $1,000 in bonus cash and a free pick: underdogfantasy.com or download the app. Must be 18+ (19+ AL, Nebraska; 19+ in CO for some games, 21+MA & AZ) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Void in CO. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; AZ: 1-800-NEXT-STEP (1-800-639-8783) or text NEXT-STEP to 53342; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY or Text HOPENY (467369) JOIN OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL TO GET ACCESS TO PERKS: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdn6zbhFQ7_vMLYfjSiLSYA/join GET SOME SWEET HOMAGE 49ERS GEAR HERE: https://homage.sjv

The best reason yet to pay Brock Purdy The San Francisco 49ers need to settle the contract situation with Brock Purdy, and yesterday Rob heard the best reason yet not to worry about what that new contract will cost - and the answer comes from a division rival. Plus, mock drafts are in full effect, and Dane Brugler just put out a plan that a lot of 49ers fans will LOVE. One Thing to Read: https://www.pff.com/news/nfl-top-10-rookie-classes-2024 One Thing to Watch: https://x.com/Coach_Yac/status/1879652430167904645 CHECK OUT UNDERDOG FANTASY: Sign up and deposit for Underdog HERE with promo code GOLDSTANDARD to get up to $1,000 in bonus cash and a free pick: underdogfantasy.com or download the app. Must be 18+ (19+ AL, Nebraska; 19+ in CO for some games, 21+MA & AZ) and present in a state where Underdog Fantasy operates. Terms apply. Void in CO. Concerned with your play? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.ncpgambling.org; AZ: 1-800-NEXT-STEP (1-800-639-8783) or text NEXT-STEP to 53342; NY: Call the 24/7 HOPEline