Striking Gold: A 49ers Pod
607 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 days ago - ★★★★ - 309 ratingsStriking Gold is dedicated to covering the San Francisco 49ers. Rob Lowder of Blue Wire gives down-to-earth analysis of the five-time Super Bowl Champions.
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Episodes
Mullens, Solly T, Chicago Preview
December 20, 2018 06:46 - 33 minutesKJ discusses DeForest Buckner's Pro Bowl snub, the pros and cons of trading Nick Mullens, Solomon Thomas' best game of his career, lightly previewing the Week 16 matchup vs. Chicago and then sampling 10 minutes of Blue Wire's new 49ers podcast Candlestick Chronicles. Listen to more podcasts like this: bluewirepods.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
SF wins Seattle battle, loses draft war
December 17, 2018 19:23 - 27 minutesKJ explains why he's not thrilled about beating Seattle, but also remains sympathetic to the 49ers fan base who has been starved for wins. Losing draft position puts a ton of pressure on John Lynch to deliver the goods this offseason. KJ recaps a pretty entertaining game that saw strong performances from Nick Mullens, Dante Pettis, DeForest Buckner and the defense in general. Listen to more podcasts like this: bluewirepods.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
49ers Beefs
December 13, 2018 07:32 - 36 minutesKJ is joined by good friend and former 49ers team reporter Taylor Price to discuss some of the funnier off the field storylines about the team this year including Arik Armstead's Twitter tirade against local reporter Ryan Sakamoto, Grant Cohn's coverage of the team, Kyle Shanahan's use of f-bombs, Jimmy G's partnership with Bose and then some football talk about Solomon Thomas and the offseason. Listen to more podcasts like this: bluewirepods.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podca...
George Kittle Explosion, 49ers Win
December 10, 2018 06:41 - 26 minutes - 24.6 MBKJ recaps the 49ers 20-14 win over the Denver Broncos. SF keeps it's pace for the No. 1 overall pick thanks to the Raiders win, George Kittle is officially a superstar tight end, Dante Pettis scores another touchdown, the defense stepped up. Great Sunday all around for the 49ers. Listen to more podcasts like this: bluewirepods.com
George Kittle Explosion, 49ers Win
December 10, 2018 06:41 - 28 minutesKJ recaps the 49ers 20-14 win over the Denver Broncos. SF keeps it's pace for the No. 1 overall pick thanks to the Raiders win, George Kittle is officially a superstar tight end, Dante Pettis scores another touchdown, the defense stepped up. Great Sunday all around for the 49ers. Listen to more podcasts like this: bluewirepods.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
49ers discussion with Chris Biderman
December 06, 2018 08:00 - 35 minutesKJ is joined by Sacramento Bee writer Chris Biderman for a wide-ranging 49ers discussions about whether the team has faced enough scrutiny for their record, Robert Saleh's job status, alterations to the front office, KJ's offseason predictions of Josh Allen (edge rusher) and Earl Thomas and some contract decisions looming about Arik Armstead, DeForest Buckner and Jerick McKinnon. Listen to more sports content like this: bluewirepods.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices...
Robert Saleh's on the hot seat
December 03, 2018 06:38 - 24 minutes - 22.9 MBKJ recaps the 49ers 43-16 loss to Seattle. Robert Saleh is officially on the hot seat, but if the 49ers fire him, who is the replacement? If Saleh is kept, signing Earl Thomas signs like priority number one. KJ argues Kyle Shanahan should be spend the rest of December coaching defense to see how Saleh is performing. Dante Pettis, Nick Mullens and DeForest Buckner were bright spots. Listen to more podcasts like this: bluewirepods.com
Robert Saleh's on the hot seat
December 03, 2018 06:38 - 26 minutesKJ recaps the 49ers 43-16 loss to Seattle. Robert Saleh is officially on the hot seat, but if the 49ers fire him, who is the replacement? If Saleh is kept, signing Earl Thomas signs like priority number one. KJ argues Kyle Shanahan should be spend the rest of December coaching defense to see how Saleh is performing. Dante Pettis, Nick Mullens and DeForest Buckner were bright spots. Listen to more podcasts like this: bluewirepods.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/...
Redskins sign Reuben Foster
November 29, 2018 03:59 - 35 minutesKJ dishes out his thoughts on the Redskins signing Reuben Foster including how Dan Snyder was probably more involved than you think and that the risk really isn't worth the rewards for Washington. KJ presents other 49ers topics including the matchup with Seattle, Nick Mullens and Solomon Thomas. Redskins reporter Craig Hoffman joins the pod. Listen to more podcasts like this: bluewirepods.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Reuben Foster Disaster + Bucs Recap
November 26, 2018 07:43 - 27 minutesKJ gives his thoughts on the 49ers cutting Reuben Foster: SF made a big mistake drafting him and there will be repercussions felt across the defense and entire franchise for the mistake. KJ also recaps the game, whether or not to go back to C.J. Beathard and why losing out really is SF's best outcome for the 2018 season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Newsworthy 9ers Nuggets
November 21, 2018 05:46 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MBKJ is joined by 49ers blogger Dylan DeSimone where the two discuss San Francisco's 2-8 record, John Lynch's trade attempt for Khalil Mack, Robert Saleh's uncertain future, George Kittle, Ahkello Witherspoon, Nick Mullens/C.J. Beathard, Solomon Thomas, Fred Warner, Reuben Foster, Mike McGlinchey the wide receivers and Jimmy Garoppolo Listen to more podcasts like this: bluewirepods.com
Newsworthy 9ers Nuggets
November 21, 2018 05:46 - 33 minutesKJ is joined by 49ers blogger Dylan DeSimone where the two discuss San Francisco's 2-8 record, John Lynch's trade attempt for Khalil Mack, Robert Saleh's uncertain future, George Kittle, Ahkello Witherspoon, Nick Mullens/C.J. Beathard, Solomon Thomas, Fred Warner, Reuben Foster, Mike McGlinchey the wide receivers and Jimmy Garoppolo Listen to more podcasts like this: bluewirepods.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Evan Silva
November 16, 2018 06:12 - 33 minutesKJ makes three main points: Kyle + John Lynch's toughest conversation is about the future of the defense, a potential name the 49ers could add to the front office to shake things up and the key stat of the season -36 point differential in 10 games. Roto World's Evan Silva joins KJ for a big picture discussion of the future in SF. Listen to more podcasts like this: bluewirepods.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
49ers loss to NYG probably good in the long run
November 13, 2018 07:40 - 26 minutesKJ recaps the 49ers' 27-23 fourth quarter MNF loss to the Giants. KJ makes his points: What's the difference between 2-8 and 3-7? Nick Mullens experiment is going well, Breida and Kittle are mini stars, Richard Sherman has been a beast. The not-so bright spots: Ahkello Witherspoon, pass rush, end of game mangement. Follow KJ on Twitter: @Mr_KevinJones Listen to more podcasts like this: bluewirepods.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nick Mullens, Mike McGlinchey, SF WRs
November 08, 2018 05:47 - 29 minutesKJ discusses what QB Nick Mullens did on film, why the wave he's brought to the team is important, why he's most likely getting at least three starts even if he bombs, Mike McGlinchey's success, how to get Dante Pettis snaps, Dekoda Watson and some stats that may surprise you about SF's O and D. Follow KJ on Twitter: @Mr_KevinJones Listen to more podcasts like this bluewirepods.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Nick Mullens!
November 02, 2018 07:40 - 25 minutesKJ recaps the 49ers 34-3 blowout win over the Raiders, Nick Mullen's special night, why he should be the starter for the foreseeable future, whether Kyle Shanahan paired down the playbook and if that should continue, plus lots of other anecdotes and clowning on the Raiders. Follow KJ on Twitter: @Mr_KevinJones Listen to more podcasts like this bluewirepods.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Raiders-49ers Crossover with Ted Nguyen
October 31, 2018 06:08 - 14 minutesKJ joined Ted Nguyen's Raiders Blue Wire Podcast, Coffee House Stunt. The two discuss the current turmoil in San Francisco and Oakland, whether it's better to win or tank, some matchups to watch on the field and what 2019 will bring for both of these franchises Follow KJ and Ted on Twitter: @Mr_Kevin Jones @FB_FilmAnalysis bluewirepods.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Blame Game: Why are the 49ers the worst team in the league?
October 29, 2018 06:36 - 35 minutesKJ reviews the 49ers latest loss to the Cardinals, dropping the team's record to 1-7. KJ's theories: SF shouldn't be this bad without Jimmy G, Kyle's teams have a reputation for not being finishers, C.J. Beathard looks like a Kyle draft mistake. KJ also organizes the roster into 7 drawers: First-Wave Failures, Misjudged Baalke Holdovers, Players We're Unsure Of, Core Pieces, Solid Baalke Holdovers, Solid Role Players. Follow KJ on Twitter: @Mr_KevinJones Listen to more sports podcasts like t...
The 49ers are so terrible that the No. 1 pick is realistic
October 22, 2018 17:00 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MBKJ delves into the latest 49ers loss, a 39-10 drubbing from the LA Rams. All the weak spots are analyzed: Turnovers, wide receivers, CJ Beathard, Jaquiski Tartt, the d-line, Reuben Foster's struggles. KJ now believes winning isn't worth it: SF should be going for the No. 1 overall pick
The 49ers are so terrible that the No. 1 pick is realistic
October 22, 2018 17:00 - 29 minutesKJ delves into the latest 49ers loss, a 39-10 drubbing from the LA Rams. All the weak spots are analyzed: Turnovers, wide receivers, CJ Beathard, Jaquiski Tartt, the d-line, Reuben Foster's struggles. KJ now believes winning isn't worth it: SF should be going for the No. 1 overall pick Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Trusting The Shanaplan
October 18, 2018 06:08 - 28 minutesKJ dives into The Shanaplan: Building a high-powered offense predicated off the running game. Part of that plan is coming to fruition this season. KJ wonders why the 49ers aren't playing Solomon Thomas/Ahkello Witherspoon in a lost season and who is more to blame on defense: Robert Saleh or the personnel? Follow KJ on Twitter: @Mr_KevinJones Listen to more sports podcasts like this bluewirepods.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
49ers can't catch a break, lose to Packers on MNF
October 16, 2018 06:00 - 28 minutesMoments after the 33-30 loss to the Packers, KJ dives right into the game detailing Kyle's brilliant play-calling, not-so brilliant game management, highs & lows on defense, standout players, CJ Beathard trade bait, glimpse into 2019 and was this the 49ers best overall performance all season? Follow KJ on Twitter: @Mr_KevinJones For more local sports podcasting like this www.bluewirepods.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Bright Spots & Weak Links
October 11, 2018 07:05 - 31 minutesKJ is joined by USA Today Group's Rob Lowder to discuss a variety of 49ers topics: Kyle Shanahan, George Kittle, cornerback situation, C.J. Beathard's future, SF's defensive scheme and much more. Follow KJ on Twitter: @Mr_KevinJones Listen to more sports podcasts like this www.bluewirepods.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Venting about the 1-4 SF 49ers
October 08, 2018 06:14 - 35 minutesKJ gives out a harsh critique of the 49ers latest loss to the Arizona. KJ analyzes Kyle Shanahan and John Lynch, the flawed approach of focusing the roster on o-line, the injuries and whether or not the 49ers can turn it around this season. Follow KJ on Twitter: @mr_kevinjones Find more local sports podcasts like this bluewirepods.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Handing Out 49ers Interim Report Cards
October 04, 2018 07:00 - 38 minutesKJ assesses every single unit on the 49ers and gives them a letter grade based off of expectations. KJ also compares and contrasts the 49ers and Cardinals organizations, and while both teams are rebuilding, SF is in a much better place structurally than AZ. Follow KJ on Twitter: @Mr_KevinJones Listen to more local sports podcasts bluewirepods.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
CJ Beathard looks good, 49ers are flawed on defense
October 01, 2018 05:48 - 25 minutesKJ breaks down SF's 29-27 loss to the LA Chargers including C.J. Beathard's performance, the encouraging parts of the game, the issues with the defense and some wrong personnel decisions coming to the forefront. Follow KJ on Twitter: @Mr_KevinJones Listen to other local sports podcasts like this www.bluewirepods.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Better 49ers scenario: 3-13 or 7-9?
September 27, 2018 05:49 - 26 minutesKJ analyzes what's next for the 49ers without Jimmy Garoppolo. The fan base is split: 3-13 for a better draft pick or 7-9 to overachieve and develop the roster some? KJ also points out flaws in SF's defensive scheme and why this is Kyle Shanahan's toughest coaching job yet. Follow KJ on Twitter: @Mr_KevinJones Listen to other local sports podcasts like this www.bluewirepods.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jimmy Garoppolo's knee injury
September 24, 2018 06:00 - 32 minutesKJ delivers a somber podcast analyzing what comes next after the Jimmy Garoppolo injury for the rebuild, for Kyle + John Lynch, for C.J. Beathard and for the rest of this football team. Follow KJ on Twitter: @Mr_KevinJones Listen to more local sports podcasts like this BlueWirePods.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
49ers have adjustments to make vs. KC Chiefs
September 20, 2018 06:52 - 31 minutesKJ previews 49ers-Chiefs. KC is a buzz-saw right now and this is one of the harder matchups on the schedule. Everything will have to go right for SF to have a chance. Watch for adjustments with Adrian Colbert and Kyle's play-calling. Follow KJ on Twitter: @Mr_KevinJones Listen to more local sports podcasts like this BlueWirePods.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
49ers beat the Lions, but have some issues on offense and defense
September 17, 2018 18:10 - 34 minutesKJ breaks down Jimmy Garoppolo, second cornerback, Kyle's play calling and why this little scare from the Lions might actually be a good thing for the 49ers locker room. Follow KJ on Twitter: @Mr_KevinJones Listen to more local sports podcasts like this BlueWirePods.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
49ers beat the Lions, but have some issues on offense and defense
September 17, 2018 18:10 - 33 minutes - 30.7 MBKJ breaks down Jimmy Garoppolo, second cornerback, Kyle's play calling and why this little scare from the Lions might actually be a good thing for the 49ers locker room. Follow KJ on Twitter: @Mr_KevinJones Listen to more local sports podcasts like this BlueWirePods.com
The 49ers matchup well vs. Detroit and should win
September 13, 2018 07:12 - 35 minutesFollow KJ on Twitter: @Mr_KevinJones Listen to more local sports podcasts like this BlueWirePods.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The 49ers matchup well vs. Detroit and should win
September 13, 2018 07:12 - 34 minutes - 31.4 MBFollow KJ on Twitter: @Mr_KevinJones Listen to more local sports podcasts like this BlueWirePods.com
49ers Week 1 recap: Offense disappoints but don't worry
September 10, 2018 04:45 - 24 minutesFollow KJ on Twitter: @Mr_KevinJones Listen to more local sports podcasts like this BlueWirePods.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Kyle's Game Plan to Beat the Vikings
September 06, 2018 04:07 - 25 minutes - 23.6 MBFollow KJ on Twitter: @Mr_KevinJones Listen to more local sports podcasts like this BlueWirePods.com
Kyle's Game Plan to Beat the Vikings
September 06, 2018 04:07 - 27 minutesFollow KJ on Twitter: @Mr_KevinJones Listen to more local sports podcasts like this BlueWirePods.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jerick McKinnon Fallout, 53-Man Roster & Khalil Mack Trade
September 03, 2018 21:20 - 35 minutesLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
49ers in August: Who's trending up, who's trending down?
August 28, 2018 05:01 - 27 minutesKJ breaks down Kyle Shanahan's August philosophy, upwards trends in August (Alfred Morris, Solomon Thomas, O-Line, WRs) and downwards trends (SAM linebacker, QBs who can extend plays, busted coverages, drops, and the red zone). Stay tuned for a big podcasting announcement next week. Rate, subscribe and share the KJ podcast with a friend. Follow him on Twitter @Mr_KevinJones Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Former 49ers DL Ian Williams
August 22, 2018 22:28 - 31 minutesKJ is joined by former 49ers defensive lineman and newest NBC Sports Bay Area analyst Ian Williams. The two talk about San Francisco's defensive line, Arik Armstead's up and down career, Richard Sherman, Reuben Foster, Jimmy Garoppolo and trading for Khalil Mack. Make sure to rate, subscribe and share the KJ Podcast to fellow 49ers fans. Follow KJ on Twitter: @Mr_KevinJones Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Recapping Jimmy G vs. Houston, SF's defense and a 53-man roster projection
August 19, 2018 21:15 - 39 minutesKJ highlights Jimmy Garoppolo, running game concerns, themes emerging on defense and then projects his 53-man roster with a couple of tough cuts on defense. Follow KJ on Twitter: @Mr_KevinJones and please rate, subscibe and share this podcast with your friends Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
49ers Analysis: The Good, The Bad & The Injury Bug
August 10, 2018 06:05 - 23 minutesKJ recaps the 49ers' 24-21 win over Dallas. The injury bug bites Malcolm Smith, George Kittle, Solomon Thomas and Matt Breida. The good things: D-Line, and Richie James. The not-so good: C.J. Beathard and Jimmie Ward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
49ers-Cowboys Preseason Preview
August 07, 2018 04:23 - 33 minutesKJ previews players to watch for the 49ers: Julian Taylor, Malcolm Smith, Dante Pettis, Richie James vs. Aaron Burbridge, Joe Williams vs. Raheem Mostert and also why the 49ers were put in a weird spot with Richard Sherman's injury. Please rate and subscribe to the KJ Podcast for all the latest San Francisco 49er analysis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dante Pettis the big story at 49ers training camp
July 31, 2018 02:52 - 32 minutesKJ recaps the first four days of 49ers training camp. Dante Pettis' emergence could shift some roles on offense, Matt Breida needs more carries not less, the defense is collecting a bunch of mini stars and how a Week 1 win at Minnesota will keep the momentum rolling. Follow KJ on Twitter @Mr_KevinJones and share this podcast with a friend Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
49ers Training Camp: Richard Sherman's $2M, Kyle + Jimmy G, Expectations
July 26, 2018 03:43 - 32 minutesKJ hosts solo and spins forward the news of the day: Richard Sherman is officially cleared, collects his $2 million check and will now bring a heightened sense and competitive vibe to training camp. Kyle Shanahan was smart to call out the "expectations" elephant in the room and Jimmy G really could struggle some in training camp -- just as he did with the Patriots. Please subscribe to the KJ Podcast for two weekly episodes of San Francisco 49ers analysis Twitter: @Mr_KevinJones Learn more ...
49ers Training Camp Preview
July 20, 2018 02:34 - 36 minutesNiners Wire writer Chris Biderman joins the KJ Pod for in-depth analysis on Joe Williams, inside linebackers, Dante Pettis, pass rush, running game, Ahkello Witherspoon and some sleepers to watch during training camp. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
49ers & Raiders with Ted Nguyen
July 13, 2018 03:37 - 28 minutes-KJ is joined by Ted Nguyen of The Athletic -Weaknesses for Jimmy G and Derek Carr to correct -What to expect from Jon Gruden Year 1 -Deck stacked against Robert Saleh? -What type of player can Dante Pettis be in the future -Matt Stafford, Kirk Cousins, Cam Newton or Jimmy Garoppolo? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Cleveland Sports Reporter Andre Knott
July 05, 2018 20:13 - 37 minutes-One of KJ's sports media uncles Andre Knott joins the pod -How hated is the Bay Area in Cleveland? -LeBron to LA is a business decisions -- what will that business look like 10 years from now? -Cleveland seems to be handling LeBron leaving pretty well -Will LeBron ever win a title again? -Quick thoughts on Baker Mayfield, Hue Jackson and the Browns Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
John Middlekauf
June 27, 2018 21:55 - 31 minutes-John Middlekauf, former Eagles scout, 95.7 The Game host and podcaster for the Colin Cowherd Network, joins KJ -49ers storylines: Jimmy G, Year 2 leaps, pass rush, Richard Sherman -Future of sports media -Twitter strategies -What will sports gambling look like five years from now Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Analyzing 49ers minicamp
June 14, 2018 19:29 - 28 minutes-Jimmy Garoppolo struggles in June can help this football team -O-Line the red zone weapon? -Roster is better, doesn't make things easier -Kittle top Year 2 breakout player? -Taylor's injury a little concerning -Witherspoon has a strong spring -KJ's working on a new content project Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
49ers OTAs: What storylines matter, what storylines don't
May 31, 2018 20:42 - 31 minutes-Jimmy Garoppolo shreds the secondary -SF is easing in Reuben Foster -Body transformations typically don't matter -More Jimmy G talk -NFL players will likely strike in 2021 -Shifting our prespective on Solomon Thomas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices