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PODCAST

Candlestick Chronicles: A 49ers Pod

Sacramento Bee reporter Chris Biderman gives you unique access, different angles and top-notch guests in his 49ers podcast Candlestick Chronicles. Biderman is a Bay Area native and has been covering the team since 2012.

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00:21:58

The Purdy contract is DONE

Candlestick Chronicles: A 49ers Pod ·

2025/05/17

Kyle reacts to the news that the 49ers have agreed to a five-year, $265 million contract paying him an average of $53 million per season – why it's a good thing it happened in May and didn't drag into the summer, what it means for Kyle Shanahan and John Lynch going forward, the importance of hitting on draft picks and much more.

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00:40:04

Thoughts on the 49ers' schedule (does it suck?)

Candlestick Chronicles: A 49ers Pod ·

2025/05/16

Kyle and Chris take a look at their big takeaways from the San Francisco 49ers' 2025 schedule, including it being the easiest in the league, the lack of premier games (at least on paper), which upcoming opponents could rise from sub-.500 to contention, and a lot more. And they also talk about the best schedule release content throughout the league and new 49ers uniforms that will be announced soon.

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00:42:42

Should the NFL have a draft lottery?

Candlestick Chronicles: A 49ers Pod ·

2025/05/14

Kyle and Chris break down the crazy idea of the NFL adopting a lottery system for the NFL draft. Why it could work, what's standing in its way, preserving parity, how it could change the offseason and a lot more.

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00:42:42

What are the 49ers' biggest weaknesses?

Candlestick Chronicles: A 49ers Pod ·

2025/05/09

Kyle and Chris each rank the 49ers' biggest weaknesses on the roster following free agency and the NFL draft. Why the offensive line remains a concern, Malik Mustapha's injury impacting safety, replacing Dre Greenlaw at linebacker and a lot more.

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00:42:42

George Kittle gets a new deal and 49ers add vet to...

Candlestick Chronicles: A 49ers Pod ·

2025/04/29

The 49ers made George Kittle the highest paid tight in the NFL with a new four-year, $76 million contract extension through 2025. What it means for Kittle, the team and it's priorities, why it signals the 49ers could be having a better offseason than previous years, and how it could impact the ongoing contract negotiations with Brock Purdy. Then they break down the team's latest addition to the offensive line.

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00:56:53

What the 49ers draft class says about their offseason

Candlestick Chronicles: A 49ers Pod ·

2025/04/28

Kyle and Chris break down their thoughts on the 49ers' haul from the 2025 NFL draft, the team not adding to the offensive line until the seventh round, early thoughts on each prospect, what the goals of the draft class should be, Malik Mustapha's injury, George Kittle showing up to OTAs and a lot more.

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00:42:42

49ers draft Mykel Williams

Candlestick Chronicles: A 49ers Pod ·

2025/04/25

Kyle and Chris break react to the 49ers picking Georgia defensive end Mykel Williams with the No. 11 pick in the NFL draft. How he fits, why it appears like a strong pick, the upside, the downside, and why the team is likely to continue adding to the defensive front throughout the draft.

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00:55:53

2025 NFL draft: 1 player the 49ers will pick on each day

Candlestick Chronicles: A 49ers Pod ·

2025/04/24

It's a crossover episode! Striking Gold's Rob Lowder drops by to talk about one player the San Francisco 49ers will take on each day of the NFL draft.

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00:32:25

49ers NFL draft notes with Matt Barrows

Candlestick Chronicles: A 49ers Pod ·

2025/04/22

Kyle is joined by the Athletic's Matt Barrows to discuss what the 49ers may be looking for in Round 1 of the NFL draft, draft strategy, his 2025 draft crush, the 49ers' Super Bowl window and how the team is approaching Brock Purdy's contract negotiations.

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00:42:42

On the idea of Kelvin Banks to the 49ers...

Candlestick Chronicles: A 49ers Pod ·

2025/04/16

Kyle and Chris break down the idea of the San Francisco 49ers drafting Texas offensive lineman Kelvin Banks with the No. 11 overall pick in the upcoming NFL draft after he was mocked there by the good folks at ESPN. Why it could work, how it impacts Rounds 2 and 3, and why there might be some precedent for John Lynch and Kyle Shanahan.

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00:52:08

All things 49ers in the NFL draft with Luke Easterling

Candlestick Chronicles: A 49ers Pod ·

2025/04/11

Kyle is joined by Luke Easterling of Athlon Sports to talk all things 49ers and the upcoming 2025 NFL draft.

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00:42:42

A thought on trading up for Tyler Warren

Candlestick Chronicles: A 49ers Pod ·

2025/04/09

Kyle and Chris break down the idea of trading up in the draft for Penn State tight end Tyler Warren. Spoiler: they don't love the idea and they break down why, the paths they would rather John Lynch and Kyle Shanahan take, and why drafting Warren might be complicated given George Kittle's situation.

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00:42:42

Did Kyle nail his mock draft?

Candlestick Chronicles: A 49ers Pod ·

2025/04/03

After Chris put together a mock draft last week, Kyle took his shot at a three-round mock this week. It included a new pass rusher that's flying under the radar in the first round, a cornerback in the second (too early?), multiple trades, a pick that brings back the running back value conversation, Kyle Shanahan's philosophy on how to replace Trent Williams, and a lot more.

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00:47:48

A FULL 49ers mock draft simulation

Candlestick Chronicles: A 49ers Pod ·

2025/03/27

Kyle and Chris go through a full seven-round mock NFL draft simulation for the 49ers that goes heavy in the trenches over their first four picks. They break down the thoughts behind going with an edge rusher 11th overall, then trading back for a tackle, defensive tackle and potential starting guard in the middle of Round 3. Did they solve the roster issues for Kyle Shanahan and John Lynch?

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00:42:42

Are these mock drafts crazy?

Candlestick Chronicles: A 49ers Pod ·

2025/03/25

Kyle and Chris discuss if taking Alabama linebacker Jihaad Campbell or South Carolina safety Nick Emmanwori would be terrible for the 49ers with the No. 11 pick in the NFL draft. Conventional wisdom suggests it might not be the best idea, but there are logical reasons they could make sense.

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00:42:42

How QB draft stock impacts 49ers, plus Mason trade

Candlestick Chronicles: A 49ers Pod ·

2025/03/19

Kyle and Chris discuss why the 49ers could benefit from three quarterbacks going in the top 10 of the NFL draft, the Jordan Mason trade, why the front office might be prioritizing the draft and a lot more.

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01:02:50

Why things aren't as dire as they appear for the 49ers

Candlestick Chronicles: A 49ers Pod ·

2025/03/13

Kyle and Chris discuss the wild overreaction to the start of free agency for the San Francisco 49ers, and why there's reason to be optimistic about the team despite so many players leaving. First, the show starts with a cold open about Mack Jones signing to become the new backup quarterback, and they also look at how the outgoing free agents will be replaced, and what resources the team could use to in the draft to add to various position groups.

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00:48:31

Thoughts on the 49ers start to free agency

Candlestick Chronicles: A 49ers Pod ·

2025/03/11

First, Chris opens the podcast with his thoughts on the departures of Dre Greenlaw and Kyle Juszczyk after the news came down Monday evening. Then, Kyle joins the recording from earlier in the afternoon to discuss the start of free agency, the wave of players leaving, and why it might not be as terrible as it seems that so many players are exiting the roster. Finally, Chris offers up six NFL draft prospects he thinks would be good picks for San Francisco at No. 11 overall.

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00:50:18

Joey Bosa and 49ers' free agent philosophy

Candlestick Chronicles: A 49ers Pod ·

2025/03/07

Kyle and Chris break down the possibility of the 49ers adding Joey Bosa after he was released by the Los Angeles Chargers, and why it could test their new philosophy when it comes to adding aging players that could come at a high price tag. Then they offer early takes about an intriguing draft prospect with the No. 11 overall pick.

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00:42:42

EMERGENCY EPISODE: Deebo Samuel traded to Commanders

Candlestick Chronicles: A 49ers Pod ·

2025/03/02

Chris Biderman reacts to the San Francisco 49ers trading Deebo Samuel to the Washington Commanders. What it means for Kyle Shanahan's receiving corps, why the dead money is less of an issue than it seems, the team trying to get younger and cheaper, and a lot more.

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