49ers Talk: A San Francisco 49ers Podcast

Previewing 49ers' 2026 NFL free agency strategy

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Mar 7, 2026
Greg Cosell, senior producer at NFL Films and longtime film analyst, joins to break down San Francisco’s offseason choices. He praises Shanahan’s offense, explains motion and run-game angles, sizes up tackle and receiver needs, and evaluates secondary matchups and Bosa’s pass-rush outlook. Short, sharp takes on contract questions and how top prospects might fit the scheme.
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INSIGHT

Public Yelling Implies Deeper Issues With Grimes

  • Shanahan's public reprimand of Grimes after the Cooper Kupp play suggests deeper coaching concerns beyond a single mistake.
  • Maiocco points to the benching and body language as signs the staff questioned Grimes' situational breakdowns.
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Shop Receivers Only At The Right Price

  • Consider wide receiver upgrades but prioritize cost and fit; Romeo Dobbs could help if price is right.
  • Maiocco and Jennifer stress the WR market is volatile and the 49ers won't overpay for mid-tier free agents.
INSIGHT

49ers Likely To Add Veteran Backup RB

  • The 49ers will likely pursue a veteran No.2 running back because the RB market is saturated and this draft class is weak.
  • They value veterans in Kyle Shanahan's timing-based system to teach nuances to backups behind Christian McCaffrey.
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