49ers general manager John Lynch spoke at the NFL Combine. Rob breaks down the main points, as well as details what he believes San Francisco needs to do in order to achieve a successful free agency. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesAutor: Blue Wire

NFL free agency is just a few weeks out, so Rob takes a look at every single player on Pro Football Focus' Top 100 free agents and how they might or might not fit into the 49ers plans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesAutor: Blue Wire

Free agency is approaching quicky and it won't be long before it's time to talk NFL Draft, so before we dive into both, Rob ranks all of the 49ers position groups, starting with those most in need of reinforcements. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesAutor: Blue Wire

Despite their season ending after Week 17, the 49ers were in the headlines again on Super Bowl Sunday, news breaking that Deebo Samuel had requested yet another trade from San Francisco. Rob talks through the situation and likely end result, also offering his takeaways from the Eagles' Super Bowl victory, and what the 49ers need to do to return to …

The Cleveland Browns' star pass rusher, Myles Garrett, has requested a trade and sent the NFL abuzz with possible landing spots. There will be no shortage of options for Garrett, but the 49ers might be in a better position than most teams to trade for the NFL's best defensive player, should John Lynch and Kyle Shanahan elect to engage - which they …

Kyle Posey of Niners Nation joins Rob to offer their offseason suggestions to give the 49ers their best chance at returning to the postseason, including new contracts, free agency and draft needs. This episode of Striking Gold is presented by Prize Picks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

Kyle Shanahan finally found his coordinators, the 49ers announcing the return of Robert Saleh to run the defense and Brant Boyer for special teams. Both are well-regarded and Rob breaks down their outlook and impact for the 49ers. He also reviews every pending free agent from the team and whether they should stay with the 49ers are be ushered into …

The last 48 hours has been a whirlwind of reality shoe-esque drama for the NFL, with the 49ers watching from the wayside as the Jaguars and Buccaneers influence their hopes for the return of former defensive coordinator Robert Saleh. Rob breaks down the latest news, which includes a new frontrunner for the special teams coordinator position, as wel…

Kyle Shanahan and the 49ers remain dormant in their search for a new defensive and special teams coordinators while the rest of the NFL makes their hires. Rob talks about his reaction the NFL divisional round, as well as how things are shaking out for the 49ers in the hunt for new coaching staff. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoic…

49ers discourse around social media has seen comparisons between QB Brock Purdy and virtually every other quarterback playing in the NFL postseason. Rob talks about why most of the comparisons are dead in the water, especially in regards to who Purdy should really be likened to. Rob also breaks down what the 49ers could learn from the Rams' playoff…

Kyle Shanahan and John Lynch met with media on Wednesday, addressing and confirming reports that they fired special teams coordinator Brian Schneider and demoted defensive coordinator Nick Sorenson. Rob discusses how this decision leaves the 49ers with a tough task of hiring new coordinators, but also opens up the opportunity to improve significant…

The 49ers finally end their disappointing season with a fitting 47-24 loss to the Cardinals, securing the 11th overall pick in this year's draft and setting the stage for a crucial offseason with change expected at all levels. Rob breaks down the future challenges and all of your thoughts from Takeaway Time. The Striking Gold podcast is brought to …

The 49ers have reached the last game of a disappointing season that has a fanbase discussing the draft pick ramifications of a win or loss versus the Cardinals on Sunday. Rob talks through Brock Purdy's injury, as well as the ailments for the rest of the team, along with the draft implications of Sunday's result. The Striking Gold podcast is brough…

No one expected the 49ers to beat the Lions, but they gave it one hell of a run anyways, eventually succumbing to their usual demons in the 40-34 loss at Levi's Stadium. Rob breaks down the details and all of your thoughts from Takeaway Time. The Striking Gold podcast is brought to you by Prize Picks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcast…

Kyle Shanahan spoke with the media on Thursday, highlighting what the expectations were for a team that will miss the playoffs for the first time in four years. Rob talks through injuries, the mentality and the road ahead for the 49ers. The Striking Gold podcast is brought to you by Prize Picks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoice…

The 49ers were officially eliminated from the playoffs today before their embarrassing loss to the Dolphins, which was fitting considering how they played in the game. Rob breaks down the loss and all of your thoughts from Takeaway Time. The Striking Gold podcast is brought to you by Prize Picks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoic…

The 49ers may have torpedoed their playoff chances, but there's still three games to go, and there's players to watch that'll impact their future in San Francisco and in the NFL. Rob talks through who he'll be paying a close eye on, as well gives his thoughts on Brock Purdy's looming offseason extension. The Striking Gold podcast is brought to you …

The 49ers only managed to score six points to the Rams' 12 in an embarrassing effort that saw star offensive players have forgettable performances. Rob breaks down the loss and all of your thoughts from Takeaway Time. The Striking Gold podcast is brought to you by Prize Picks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

The 49ers got back in the win column against the Bears, throttling Chicago to the tune of 38-13 in a well-rounded performance for Kyle Shanahan's team. Rob breaks down the win and all of your thoughts from Takeaway Time. The Striking Gold podcast is brought to you by Prize Picks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

The 49ers got another first-hand account to the dominance of Josh Allen, who led the Bills to a 35-10 win over Kyle Shanahan's squad in the snow of Buffalo. Rob breaks down the loss and all of your thoughts from Takeaway Time. The Striking Gold podcast is brought to you by Prize Picks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adch…

The 49ers are limping their way through the Thanksgiving holiday with an away game against the Bills looming. Rob breaks down what the team can still be thankful for, as well as what Kyle Shanahan's squad must do in order to have a chance in Buffalo. The Striking Gold podcast is brought to you by Prize Picks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…

The 49ers were short-handed against the Packers on Sunday but that didn't stop them from making the usual mistakes that've defined Kyle Shanahan's team this season, falling 38-10 in Green Bay and all but eliminating hope of a playoff berth. Rob breaks down the loss and all of your thoughts from Takeaway Time. The Striking Gold podcast is brought to…

Kyle Posey of Niners Nation joins Rob to break down the 49ers' issues on both sides of the ball, along with what the team needs to do moving forward in order to give themselves a shot at the playoffs. The Striking Gold podcast is brought to you by Prize Picks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

A third divisional loss in which the 49ers were leading in the fourth quarter - a tale as old as the 2024 season. Kyle Shanahan's 49ers fell to the Seahawks 20-17 at Levi's Stadium, putting their postseason hopes in serious jeopardy. Rob breaks down the loss and all of your thoughts from Takeaway Time. The Striking Gold podcast is brought to you by…

The 49ers have backed themselves into yet another corner, facing what's essentially a must-win divisional matchup against the Seahawks on Sunday. Rob talks Deommodore Lenior's new contract, Brock Purdy's standout game against the Bucs and breaks down the current NFC West picture. The Striking Gold podcast is brought to you by Prize Picks. Learn mor…