Better Rivals Ep. 278: The Nick Bosa Scouting Report

Better Rivals Ep. 272: The optimal 49ers free agent plan: On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, free agency is nearly upon us and it’s time to lay out our preferred plan of attack. Which player options should the 49ers pick up?(9:34) Are we in or out on some recent additions to the free-agent market?(17:10) And most importantly, which positions should the 49ers be focused on when the dollars start flying next week?(26:57) All that, plus one offseason signing is already in the books, quick combine thoughts, and we hope your birthday is boomin’. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by The Gold Standard: San Francisco 49ers Podcast Network

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Ep. 209: “Beathard did rookie QB things.”: On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, the elegant tank cannot be stopped! Amidst a record fifth consecutive loss by one score or less, the Brian Hoyer era is officially over in San Francisco. How did C.J. Beathard look in his first meaningful NFL action? (1:45) Is the 49ers’ No. 1 draft choice starting to find his groove? (13:35) And why on earth can Robert Saleh not stop dropping defensive lineman into coverage? (20:16) All that, plus our Spotlight Player of the Week (28:22), Rashard Robinson trending in a positive direction (32:15), and what to watch for against the Cowboys (41:47). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by The Gold Standard: San Francisco 49ers Podcast Network

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Ep. 269: Roster quality entering year 3: On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, we wrap up our evaluation of the current 49ers roster by identifying the team’s very best, core players. How are we feeling about our incumbent Tier 1 players after another season?(17:28) Which players make their debut in the top tier?(24:46) And what are our major takeaways after going through the entire roster?(37:24) All that, plus thoughts on a boring Super Bowl(2:23), the absurdity of franchising kickers, and looking ahead to the primary focuses for this offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by The Gold Standard: San Francisco 49ers Podcast Network

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Better Rivals Ep. 277: It's draft crush time: On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, we put a bow on our draft preview by taking a closer look at some of your draft crushes and outlining our preferred plan when things get real next week. Of the top safeties in this class, which do we like the most?(9:49) Which cornerback snuck onto our radar and won our hearts late in the process?(27:25) And if the 49ers have to take a linebacker on day two, which one should it be?(35:10) All that, plus the Raiders are doing great, schedule thoughts, and we were promised elephants. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by The Gold Standard: San Francisco 49ers Podcast Network

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Washington Football Team's curious case of Cole Boozer | Ron Rivera talks preseason strategy and Terry McLaurin's development into a mentor | How Cam Newton is influencing Ryan Fitzpatrick: Chris Russell and David Harrison host your Locked On Washington Football Team Podcast bringing you news, analysis, and everything between as it pertains to the NFL and the WFT. Five times every week, get all you need pertaining to your team, every day. Lost in the shuffle of the weekend excitement was the 24 hours (or so) Cole Boozer era. Chris and David dive into the facts, and some speculation, surrounding the offensive lineman's short stint with the WFT. Then, we hear from Ron Rivera over the weekend and on Monday about preseason playing time strategies, Terry McLaurin's development and expansion into a mentoring role, and more! Finally, coach Rivera mentioned his style developed as far back as when Cam Newton arrived to the NFL. With the New England Patriots coming up on Thursday night, how d by Locked On Commanders - Daily Podcast On The Washington Commanders

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Poking holes in Todd McShay's NFL Mock Draft selection for the Denver Broncos: On today's show, Cody Roark (@CodyRoarkNFL) and Patrick Chiotti (@PatrickChiotti) discuss the Denver Broncos week in review plus team attendance at various colleges Pro Days as the organization gets fully engrained in their draft preparation. Plus they discuss Todd McShay's choice for the Broncos at pick 9 in his latest mock draft and which players could be on the bubble. Cody and Patrick discuss the Broncos attendance at North Carolina's and Ohio State's Pro Days earlier this week and how likely it is that they take any of the players they scouted from those schools. Then both Cody and Patrick poke holes in ESPN Analyst Todd McShay's latest mock draft where he has the Broncos passing up on taking arguably the 2nd best quarterback in this year's draft for a cornerback. To give some insight on the signing of Ronald Darby, Locked On WFT host Chris Russell gives Broncos fans some insight into Darby's time by Locked On Broncos - Daily Podcast On The Denver Broncos

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Week 18 Winners, 2021 Award Nominations! (01/10 Fantasy Football Podcast): MVP, Biggest Bust, Best Waiver Wire Add, Rookie of the Year & more! We're nominating players & you get to vote on them this week. We also talk about Week 18 winners like Deebo & Penny by Fantasy Football Today

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MLB, Yankees dealing with possible COVID outbreak; Joc Pederson is first Cubs player traded, won't be the last (7/16) by Nothing Personal with David Samson

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Better Rivals Ep. 282: Mailbag Time!: On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, we open up the mailbag to answer all of your 49ers questions as we try to get through the dead of the offseason. How do things shake out in the secondary?(6:30) What was our favorite move of the offseason?(30:00) And seriously, what is going on with all of the injuries in recent seasons?(45:32) All that, plus the team signs another Stanford player, hyped players primed to disappoint, and Game of Thrones thoughts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by The Gold Standard: San Francisco 49ers Podcast Network

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Better Rivals Ep. 289: It’s a pre-preseason mailbag!: On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, 49ers football is nearly upon us and we’re breaking open the mailbag to celebrate! Which players are we irrationally excited about? (17:00) How are we feeling about the secondary considering the reports out of camp? (27:07) And who will ultimately break through the logjam at wide receiver? (36:11) All that, plus a new Bar Fight segment, Tom Brady’s contract, and surprises. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by The Gold Standard: San Francisco 49ers Podcast Network

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2024 NFL Draft: Instant First Round Reactions (Ep. 1254) by FantasyPros - Fantasy Football Podcast

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Pressing questions in the AFC and NFC West, also Jason Witten?: In this week's fantasy football podcast, Liz and Matt are joined by Scott to talk about Jason Witten's surprising return, plus questions they have for each team in the AFC and NFC West. by Yahoo Fantasy Football Show

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All 32 - Denver Broncos 2023 Preview & Odds: Bounce Back Russell Wilson & Potential Growing Pains ? (Football 7/20) by Pick Six NFL

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Ep. 238: “Are you concerned about Garoppolo’s deep ball?”: On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, we have officially ended our holdout and reported to (dis)organized podcasting activities. Will Jimmy Garoppolo ever complete another deep ball? (9:38) How will things shake out with the linebacker corps? (22:04) And how will the 49ers overcome the lack of quality edge rushers to get after the quarterback? (28:20) All that, plus the importance of tackles and centers in Shanahan’s offense (37:49), breakout players (50:00), and more as we open up the mailbag to answer your questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by The Gold Standard: San Francisco 49ers Podcast Network

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10/30: Waiver Wire - Faith in Fitzpatrick? (Fantasy Football Podcast): Six teams are on bye this week and many Fantasy owners are looking for QBs. We'll get into Ryan Fitzpatrick eventually, but first let's talk about Monday's game .. by Fantasy Football Today

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Better Rivals Ep. 287: Joe Woods’ Potential Impact on Coverages: On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, Scheme Month continues with a look at how the addition of Joe Woods as Passing Game Coordinator could alter San Francisco’s pass coverage. What is the Joe Woods origin story?(16:11) What types of coverages did Woods prefer during his time as Defensive Coordinator with the Broncos?(22:48) And what realistic changes should we expect him to bring to the 49ers this season?(34:53) All that, plus NFL“football guys” rank quarterbacks, NaVorro Bowman retires a 49er, and reports from a former staffer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by The Gold Standard: San Francisco 49ers Podcast Network

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Koepka Drops Out, Fowler In on Presidents Cup Team by The Hank Haney Podcast

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Top-25 Prospects, Week 16/17 Sleepers & BREAKOUT-O-METER (7/16 Fantasy Baseball Podcast): Frank Stampfl and Scott White are talking prospects, sleepers for this weekend and next week, plus the breakout-o-meter! by Fantasy Baseball Today

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The Shanaplan: 1st half winners/losers + How to beat the Chargers: Kyle Posey and Akash Anavarathan pick out their winners and losers of the first half, and break down Week 10's matchup against the Chargers. NFC West happenings on the bye week (1:21) Winners from the first half of the year (2:19) Losers from the first half of the year (9:29) Will the Niners cover the spread this week? (19:36) Why McCaffrey will run wild (23:10) How the Chargers will attack the 49ers (27:33) Score prediction for the game (30:00) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by The Gold Standard: San Francisco 49ers Podcast Network

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Packernet After Dark: High Hopes and Deep Dives - The Buzz Around Jordan Love and Packers' Draft Strategies: Packernet After Dark: High Hopes and Deep Dives - The Buzz Around Jordan Love and Packers' Draft Strategies by Packernet Podcast: Daily Green Bay Packers Podcast

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2024 NFL Draft: Instant Fantasy Football Reactions for Rounds 2 & 3 | Keon Coleman, Ladd McConkey, Jonathon Brooks & More! (Ep. 1255) by FantasyPros - Fantasy Football Podcast

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11/11: Injuries, WR Talk, FAAB Strategies (Fantasy Football Podcasts): Injury updates on Saquon Barkley, Matthew Stafford, Devonta Freeman and more. Then we talk about the state of the WR position, FAAB strategies and a few more trending topics in the Fantasy Football world. by Fantasy Football Today

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Ep. 226: “This is where the 49ers can get better in a hurry.”: On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, we wrap up our free agency preview with an in-depth look at the top guards in this year’s class. Should the 49ers be worried about spending top money on Andrew Norwell or Josh Sitton? (8:09) If the top players prove too rich, which players could John Lynch & Co. target at the mid-level? (33:40) And is Brandon Fusco worth bringing back as a bargain option? (39:11) All that, plus John Lynch throws shade at Ken Norton (0:48), several potential offseason targets go off the market (1:39), and our preferred free agency plan of attack (48:37). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by The Gold Standard: San Francisco 49ers Podcast Network

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The Shanaplan: Why the 49ers are set up for success + Offseason preview: Kyle Posey and Akash Anavarathan peer into the future of the NFC and see good things happening for the 49ers. Plus, we give you an early offseason overview of what's to come. How the 49ers are set up for success (2:07) What are the top positions of need this offseason (8:37) One under-the-radar name to target at safety in free agency (13:39) What options will the team have at corner this offseason (17:32) Evaluating the 2021 rookie class (19:26) The number one need that MUST get addressed this offseason (31:40) One player the 49ers can't afford to lose (36:31) Super Bowl LVI predictions (42:13) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by The Gold Standard: San Francisco 49ers Podcast Network

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Pro Football Focus grades for Washington Football Team preseason Week 1 | Training Camp highlights and observations | Chase Young and Brandon Scherff represent WFT on NFL Top-100: Chris Russell and David Harrison host your Locked On Washington Football Team Podcast bringing you news, analysis and everything between as it pertains to the NFL and the WFT. Five times every week, get all you need pertaining to your team, every day. If there's a Washington Football Team game going on you can bet there are fans, media, even other NFL personalities out there judging it and today our hosts react to Pro Football Focus' grades of the team's first preseason game of the year! Then, Chris and David discuss the news and notes from Monday at WFT Training Camp. A 'better' day for the quarterback group, but some defensive plays still being made, including interceptions by two well-received rookies in Jamin Davis and Benjamin St-Juste. Finally, the NFL Top-100 has become an annual tradition and this ye by Locked On Commanders - Daily Podcast On The Washington Commanders

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Ep. 159: Texans recap, Rams season preview: On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, we have real football to talk about! Who’s trending up and trending down following the 49ers’ preseason opener against the Texans? Then, Joe McAtee from Turf Show Times joins us as we begin our NFC West opponent preview with the Rams. All that, plus injury updates, QB competition talk, and Longacre. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by The Gold Standard: San Francisco 49ers Podcast Network

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Ep. 232: “Shanahan prefers guys who can separate.”: On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, we take a look at day-two-or-later draft prospects who’ve caught our eye on offense. Will the 49ers really be looking at big, contested-catch wide receivers or does Kyle Shanahan have a different type? (8:53) In a deep draft class, which running backs stand out as fits in the 49ers offense? (32:30) And which player would give the 49ers a pair of top-end athletes at the tight end position? (50:04). All that, plus what we’re looking for in later-round prospects, the abundance of big wideouts in this draft class, and the general lack of intriguing prospects in this TE class. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by The Gold Standard: San Francisco 49ers Podcast Network

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Denver Broncos players opt out of voluntary team workouts: On today's show, Cody Roark (@CodyRoarkNFL) and Patrick Chiotti (@Patrick Chiotti) discuss the Denver Broncos decision as players to opt out of voluntary team workouts that were set to begin next week ahead of the start of the 2021 NFL Draft. How did the Broncos decision come about, is every player in agreeance with the decision, and how does this impact the Broncos preparation for this upcoming season? Cody and Patrick discuss the Broncos decision to opt out of voluntary team workouts on April 19th as the team's NFLPA Player Rep Brandon McManus discussed the reasoning behind the players decision -- what factored into the players decision to opt out, is every player in agreeance with their teammates decisions, does this impact the players who have already been at the team facility every day? McManus noted that the quality of play in the NFL last season was better than it has ever been before due to the off-season program bein by Locked On Broncos - Daily Podcast On The Denver Broncos

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Weather Updates, Tough Calls, Jaguars-Jets (12/21 Fantasy Football Podcast): Can you trust Tom Brady, Geno Smith, Ken Walker, Isiah Pacheco or DeAndre Hopkins? We also get a fantastic weather update from meteorologist Kevin Roth and preview Jaguars-Jets by Fantasy Football Today

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Ep. 220: “You don’t want to turn into the Colts.”: On this week’s episode of the Better Rivals podcast, we kick off our month-long deep dive into the state of the 49ers roster. What type of model do we think is best to evaluate the roster? (2:16) Which criteria are important to consider in that model? (5:16) And, of course, where do the 49ers’ players fit in that model? (29:28) All that, plus the coming EDGE makeover (34:15), Dontae Johnson’s opportunity (39:44), and developmental players most likely to take a step forward (42:46). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices by The Gold Standard: San Francisco 49ers Podcast Network

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