49ers Talk: A San Francisco 49ers Podcast 49ers to play second international game in 2026, previewing free agent targets
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Feb 19, 2026 They break down the 49ers being scheduled for international games in Mexico City and Australia and the travel, altitude and recovery challenges that will create. They debate potential franchise-tag candidates and wide receiver market movement. They discuss whether to trade for veterans or protect draft capital and prioritize edge rusher vs OL/WR at pick 27.
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Historic Travel Load Could Hurt Older Roster
- The 49ers will play two international games in 2026, in Australia and Mexico City, creating the heaviest travel schedule in NFL history.
- Matt Maiocco warns this extreme travel could be particularly taxing for an older roster and affect recovery.
Mexico City Brings Energy — And Challenges
- Jennifer Lee Chan highlights the logistics, altitude and recovery challenges teams face when playing in Mexico City.
- She notes the fan energy is electric, but those factors make it much harder on players and staff.
Tortas and Street Food Memory
- Jennifer and Matt recall enjoying tortas after the Mexico City game and the lively fan atmosphere.
- Matt describes wandering to a street vendor and sitting on a median to eat the tortas, which he remembers vividly.