Striking Gold: A 49ers Pod

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Striking 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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581 episodes

Was Arik Armstead "disrespected" by 49ers?

New details emerged from former 49ers defensive lineman Arik Armstead on his departure from the team after being asked to take a pay cut. Rob breaks it down, as well as other news from the NFL owner's meeting. The Striking Gold podcast is brought to you by Prize Picks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

48m
Mar 29, 2024
Brandon Aiyuk rumors, 49ers free agent expectations

The Brandon Aiyuk rumors have persisted, the 49ers' star receiver entering into the last year of his contract. Rob breaks down the situation, as well sets his expectations for the team's free agent class. The Striking Gold podcast is brought to you by Prize Picks Use code GOLD for a $100 Deposit match Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

57m
Mar 25, 2024
49ers rumor rundown and roster reload

Alliteration! The 49ers have remained active in free agency and have also been the subject of some headlines and rumors through the first week of the new league year. Rob breaks it all down, including the team's roster by position and how its evolved so far. The Striking Gold podcast is brought to you by Prize Picks. Use code GOLD for a deposit match up to $100 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

59m
Mar 19, 2024
49ers' free agency so far

The 49ers have had an active free agency so far, with some surprising signings, trades and cuts. Rob breaks down the news, rumors, losses, gains and the roster needs after the first few days of the league year. The Striking Gold podcast is brought to you by Prize Picks. Download Prizepicks and use code CANDLESTICK for a deposit match up to $100 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

50m
Mar 15, 2024
49ers to sign veteran pass rusher Leonard Floyd

The 49ers made quick work of free agency, reportedly agreeing to a two-year deal with Bills defensive end Leonard Floyd to rush the passer opposite Nick Bosa. They also tendered WR Jauan Jennings, who looks like he'll remain with the team in 2024, along with a few other moves. The Striking Gold podcast is brought to you by Prize Picks. Use code GOLD for a deposit match up to $100 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

29m
Mar 12, 2024
Breaking: 49ers to release DL Arik Armstead as free agency begins

Free agency and the start of the 2024 league year are upon us. Can the 49ers make a splash again like they have in previous years. Rob thinks there's one position the 49ers should absolutely go all-in on. The Striking Gold podcast is brough to you by Prize Picks. Use code GOLD for a deposit match up to $100 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

53m
Mar 11, 2024
49ers hire new defensive coordinator and assistant head coach

The 49ers have found their new defensive coordinator, promoting defensive passing game/nickelbacks coach Nick Sorenson to the role after two years with the team. Rob breaks down Sorenson's varied background and also discusses the addition of former Chargers head coach Brandon Staley as an assistant head coach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

40m
Mar 04, 2024
49ers Offseason Primer

The 49ers are now tasked with putting their Super Bowl loss behind them to prepare for a critical offseason with a chance for another deep postseason run. Rob breaks down some of San Francisco's leading storylines, important dates, roster needs and draft picks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

48m
Feb 27, 2024
49ers' Super Bowl aftermath, defensive coordinator search

Sifting through the wreckage that is the 49ers after their tough overtime loss to the Chiefs in the Super Bowl. Rob also breaks down defensive coordinator Steve Wilks' departure as well as wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk's possible future with the team. This episode of Striking Gold is brought to you by Prize Picks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

50m
Feb 20, 2024
49ers suffer heartbreaking Super Bowl loss to Chiefs

It was a back and forth Super Bowl that saw Kyle Shanahan's 49ers allow Andy Reid's Chiefs to stay within striking distance for too long, Patrick Mahomes inevitably rising up in the fourth quarter and overtime to give his squad the win. This episode of Striking Gold is brought to you by Prize Picks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1h 6m
Feb 12, 2024
Super Bowl Crossover: Striking Gold and Candlestick Chronicles

BlueWire’s 49ers podcasts combine forces, Rob joining Chris Biderman and Kyle Madson of Candlestick Chronicles for one final collaboration before the 49ers face the Chiefs in the Super Bowl. This episode of Striking Gold is brought to you by Prize Picks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1h 41m
Feb 09, 2024
Talking 49ers vs Chiefs with Kyle Posey

The 49ers might be favored in Vegas, but the NFL world expects the Chiefs to beat the 49ers in the Super Bowl. Rob does too, but maybe KP of Niners Nation can convince him otherwise. The pair break down the final matchup of the season. This episode of Striking Gold is brought to you by Prize Picks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1h 10m
Feb 08, 2024
49ers need to sharpen up against Chiefs

A lot has been said about how this year's Chiefs team differs than that of the last time the 49ers faced them in Super Bowl 54. While this is true, it's still necessary to acknowledge just how good Kansas City has been on both sides of the ball this season, and how the 49ers have proven vulnerable as of late. Rob breaks it down. This episode of Striking Gold is brought to you by Prize Picks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

44m
Feb 02, 2024
After historical comeback, 49ers now Super Bowl bound

The 49ers orchestrated the largest halftime comeback in Championship game history against the Lions, scoring 27 unanswered to beat Detroit 34-31 and punch their ticket to the Super Bowl! Rob breaks it down, as well as all of your thoughts from Takeaway Time! This episode of Striking Gold is brought to you by Prize Picks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1h 4m
Jan 29, 2024
49ers vs Lions NFC Championship Preview with Kyle Posey

The 49ers are days away from their fourth NFC Championship matchup in five years against the Lions at Levi's Stadium. Rob is joined by KP of Niners Nation, breaking down the matchup and what's on the line for Kyle Shanahan's squad. This episode of Striking Gold is brought to you by Prize Picks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1h 10m
Jan 26, 2024
49ers host Lions in NFC Championship

The stage is set. The 49ers will host the Lions for the NFC Championship on Sunday at Levi's Stadium. Rob briefly breaks down the matchup, how the AFC is shaking out, along with some closing thoughts on the 49ers' close win over the Packers. This episode of Striking Gold is brought to you by Prize Picks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

38m
Jan 22, 2024
49ers survive Packers, NFC Championship bound

The 49ers didn't play their best brand of football on Saturday, but they found a way to get it done against a very game Green Bay Packers, culminating in a game-winning drive and game-sealing interception. Stick around for Takeaway Time! This episode of Striking Gold is brought to you by Prize Picks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1h 4m
Jan 21, 2024
49ers vs Packers playoff preview

Rob is joined by Kyle Posey of Niners Nation to break down the 49ers' divisional matchup against the Packers, led by a surging, young quarterback, Jordan Love. How do the two teams match up? This episode of Striking Gold is brought to you by Prize Picks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

58m
Jan 18, 2024
49ers prep for Packers while Cowboys, Eagles implode

The No. 1 seed 49ers recovered and watched from Santa Clara while two of their biggest rivals this season, the Cowboys and Eagles, went down in flames against the Packers and Bucs, respectively. Kyle Shanahan's crew now begins preparations to host the No. 7 seed Packers at Levi's Stadium on Saturday. This episode of Striking Gold is brought to you by Prize Picks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

37m
Jan 16, 2024
Recovering 49ers prepare for playoffs

The 49ers are already benefitting from the bye week afforded to the No. 1 seed, with several key players getting much needed rest or recovery from injury. The downtime hasn't applied to the NFL though, with Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll among a slew of fired head coaches around the league. This episode of Striking Gold is brought to you by Prize Picks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

39m
Jan 12, 2024
Kicker questions return in 49ers' Week 18 loss

The 49ers and Rams played a glorified preseason game in Week 18, with a bevy of starters on both teams either sitting on the bench, or playing limited snaps. The Rams came out ahead by one point, 21-20, made possible by the returning struggles of rookie kicker Jake Moody. Rob breaks down what matters. Stick around for Takeaway Time! This episode of Striking Gold is brought to you by Prize Picks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

43m
Jan 08, 2024
49ers lead NFL in Pro Bowl selections

Having claimed the No. 1 seed and a first-round bye in the playoffs, the 49ers now face the good problem of deciding how much is too much for their bevy of Pro Bowl players this week against the Rams. Rob breaks down the interesting dilemma that's not as a simple as it would seem. This episode of Striking Gold is brought to you by Prize Picks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

44m
Jan 05, 2024
49ers officially the NFC's No. 1 seed

The 49ers got it done on a short week on the road against the Commanders, 27-10. The bigger win took place in Philadelphia, the Cardinals shocking the Eagles to lock San Francisco into the No. 1 spot in the NFC, securing home field advantage and a first-round bye. Stick around for Takeaway Time! This episode of Striking Gold is brought to you by Prize Picks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

42m
Jan 01, 2024
49ers' playoff run starts now

The 49ers will be looking to bounce back against the lowly Commanders after a disappointing home loss to the Ravens on Christmas night. With the No. 1 seed on the line, Kyle Shanahan and Co. simple can't afford to lose a game between now and well...the Super Bowl. This episode of Striking Gold is brought to you by Prize Picks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

45m
Dec 29, 2023
Ravens bully 49ers on Christmas

The 49ers were handled by the Ravens on Christmas night in their 33-19 loss at Levi's Stadium. QB Brock Purdy threw four interceptions and likely surrendered his MVP front-runner status to Ravens QB Lamar Jackson, who seemed comfortable against the 49ers defense. Stick around for Takeaway Time! This episode of Striking Gold is brought to you by Prize Picks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

49m
Dec 26, 2023
49ers vs Ravens: Rock and a Hard Place

The 49ers return to Levi's Stadium on Christmas Day to face a Ravens team bearing gifts very similar to their own. Rob breaks down the matchup and the way ahead for Kyle Shanahan's squad. This episode of Striking Gold is brought to you by Prize Picks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

54m
Dec 22, 2023
Brock Purdy manages 49ers to 45 points

The 49ers faced the threat of a letdown game against the Cardinals, and while the defense struggled more than we're used to, the offense didn't seem to get the memo. Stick around for Takeaway Time! This episode of Striking Gold is brought to you by Prize Picks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1h 2m
Dec 18, 2023
49ers control their own playoff destiny

It wasn't pretty, but the 49ers found a way to beat the Seahawks again 28-16. moving to 10-3 on the season. They were also given an early Holiday gift in the form of a Cowboys win over the Eagles, shifting the 49ers into first place in the NFC. Now it's up to them. Stick around for Takeaway Time! This episode of Striking Gold is brought to you by Prize Picks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

58m
Dec 11, 2023
49ers can't afford to slip against Seahawks

The 49ers are one game behind in the race for the No. 1 seed. With the Eagles slated to play the Cowboys on the road this week, San Francisco can't afford to drop a game against a lesser opponent - a challenge the Seahawks will happily accept at this point in the season. This episode of Striking Gold is brought to you by Prize Picks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

51m
Dec 08, 2023
49ers make a statement, dominate Eagles

The rematch wasn't much of a fight at Lincoln Financial Field. The 49ers spotted the Eagles six points and then never took their foot off the gas, scoring on six straight drives in route to a 42-19 win over Philadelphia, who now holds a one-game lead over the 49ers in the NFC. Stick around for all of your takeaways! This episode of Striking Gold is brought to you by Prize Picks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1h 2m
Dec 04, 2023