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Striking Gold: A 49ers Pod

Striking Gold

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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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  1. Breaking: DeForest Buckner’s Back! 49ers Trade with Colts for Stud DT

    · 45 min

    eneral manager John Lynch made his first splash before the trade deadline, landing former 49ers star defensive tackle DeForest Buckner, sending a 4th-rounder back to the Colts in exchange. Buckner returns to San…

  2. Takeaways! 49ers Embarrass Themselves in Loss to Falcons

    · 1 h 12 min

    It’s Takeaway Time! The 49ers suffer their first loss of the season to the Falcons, 29-20, in a game riddled with self-inflicted wounds from start to finish. Rob Lowder and Kyle Posey break down all of your thoughts,…

  3. Game Preview: 49ers Limp Into Atlanta With Hopes of 7-0

    · 55 min

    The 49ers remain undefeated, but the injury bug has begun to enact a toll on the roster, especially on offense. Can Brock Purdy and Kyle Shanahan, with a depleted receiving corps that may be without star Mike Evans,…

  4. Takeaways! 49ers Survive Commanders Surge, Still Undefeated

    · 1 h 20 min

    It’s Takeaway Time! It wasn’t pretty, but the 49ers survived the Commanders. They remain undefeated after a game that almost got out of control for Kyle Shanahan and crew. Rob Lowder and Kyle Posey break down all of…

  5. Game Preview: Can 49ers Avoid a Primetime Letdown Against Commanders?

    · 48 min

    The 49ers are 5-0 and now face the prospect of a letdown against the Commanders after the emotional high of beating the Seahawks in Seattle. Can Kyle Shanahan keep his squad on task and move past the Commanders at…

  6. 49ers Trade Targets as Deadline Approaches

    · 1 h 07 min

    The 49ers are 5-0 and unanimously considered one of the best teams in the NFL. This makes the approaching trade deadline even more interesting, as Kyle Shanahan and John Lynch could see themselves as one player away…

  7. Takeaways! 49ers Win in Seattle, Command NFC West at 5-0

    · 1 h 32 min

    It’s Takeaway Time! The 49ers are STILL undefeated, beating the Seahawks in Seattle 32-29 in a classic that came down to the final play. Rob Lowder and Kyle Posey break down all of your thoughts, questions and concerns…

  8. Game Preview: 49ers Face Last Season’s Boogeyman in Seahawks

    · 53 min

    The 49ers are still undefeated but now face what may be their toughest test all season, Kyle Shanahan’s squad travels North to face a Seahawks team that stifled his offense the last two times they played. Can the 49ers…

  9. Takeaways! 49ers Remain Undefeated, Power Past Broncos

    · 1 h 11 min

    It’s Takeaway Time! The 49ers remain undefeated, beating the Broncos 24-14 in what seemed like a test of wills as both teams battled through injuries. Rob Lowder and Kyle Posey break down all of your thoughts,…

  10. Game Preview: The 49ers Face Their Toughest Test Yet in Broncos

    · 48 min

    The 49ers are 3-0, having bested the Rams, Dolphins and Cardinals. Now they face what is likely their toughest test yet in the 2–1 Broncos, who travel to Levi’s Stadium for the 49ers’ third consecutive home game. With…

  11. Takeaway Time! 49ers Survive Cards, Claim First Place in NFC West

    · 1 h 07 min · Episode 784

    It’s Takeaway Time! The 49ers move to 3-0, surviving the Cardinals and a slew of injuries to officially claim first place in the NFC West, for now. Rob Lowder and Kyle Posey break down all of your thoughts, questions…

  12. Game Preview: Cardinals a Crucial Divisional Matchup for 49ers

    · 51 min · Episode 783

    The season-opener in Australia is now firmly in the rearview mirror as the 49ers prepare for their second of three consecutive games at Levi’s Stadium, this time facing divisional foe Arizona Cardinals. Although the…

  13. 49ers Standouts in Win Over the Dolphins

    · 38 min · Episode 782

    Taking a closer look at the 49ers’ standout win over the Dolphins and who stood out, good or bad. Rob Lowder and Kyle Posey break it all down after a second look at San Francisco’s 35-13 win over Miami.

  14. Takeaways! 49ers Dominate Dolphins, Move to 2-0

    · 52 min · Episode 781

    It’s Takeaway Time! The 49ers move to 2-0, dominating the Dolphins like a good team should behind a masterful performance from quarterback Brock Purdy. Rob Lowder breaks down all of your thoughts, questions and…

  15. Game Preview: 49ers Back at Levi’s, Heavily Favored vs Dolphins

    · 56 min · Episode 780

    The 49ers returned to Levi’s Stadium victorious from their trip around the world to face the Rams in Australia. They now begin a stretch of three straight home games, the first against the young and inexperienced Miami…

  16. Overreactions from the 49ers’ Week 1 Win Over the Rams in Australia

    · 56 min · Episode 779

    Overreaction or not? There’s been plenty of bold statements and takes from the 49ers’ win over the Rams, but not all of them are as ridiculous as they may seem on the surface. Rob Lowder and Kyle Posey come up with…

  17. Takeaways! 49ers Dominate Rams in NFL’s Australian Debut

    · 1 h 06 min · Episode 778

    It’s Takeaway Time! The 49ers made a statement in their Week 1 win over the Rams, beating their division rivals 27-7 in the NFL’s first-ever game in Australia. Rob Lowder and Kyle Posey are here to break down all of…

  18. Game Preview: 49ers vs Rams - Division Rivals Down Under

    · 48 min · Episode 777

    It’s finally here. Week 1 of the NFL regular season is upon. The 49ers are already in Australia awaiting their divisional foe Rams to make the trip. The difference in travel plans is just one of the many things that…

  19. Are They Good Enough? Grading the 49ers Roster Before Week 1

    · 1 h 21 min · Episode 776

    The initial 53-man roster is set and the 49ers have already begun to make adjustments. As they board their plane to Australia for their Week 1 matchup against the Rams, there’s only one question that matters: Are they…

  20. Reaction: 49ers Unveil 2026 53-Man Roster (For Now)

    · 1 h 18 min · Episode 775

    The 49ers on Sunday, along with the rest of the NFL, announced their 53-man roster for the 2026 season. This, of course, is the initial version, which is sure to change after a flurry of roster moves to be made in the…

  21. Takeaways! Running Backs Kaelon Black and Jordan James Impress in Preseason Finale

    · 52 min · Episode 774

    It’s Takeaway Time! The 49ers outlasted the Raiders in Las Vegas to claim a 18-12 victory and put a bow in the 2026 NFL Preseason. Rob Lowder and Kyle Posey are here to break down all of your thoughts, questions and…

  22. Who’s on the Roster Bubble in the 49ers vs. Raiders Preseason Finale?

    · 55 min · Episode 773

    The third and final preseason game is upon us, the 49ers traveling to Las Vegas to face the Raiders on Thursday. It’s a game that may mean the difference between the active roster and a spot on the practice squad, the…

  23. 49ers Owner Jed York’s Arrest Overshadows Return of George Kittle and Christian McCaffrey

    · 46 min · Episode 772

    There’s never a dull time to follow the San Francisco 49ers. In the latest episode, Jed York was arrested on Sunday in a local prostitution sting that saw the 49ers owner and CEO jailed for two days and plead no…

  24. Takeaways! 49ers’ Jacob Cowing Makes His Case in Win Over Chargers

    · 57 min · Episode 771

    It’s Takeaway Time! The 49ers stifled the Chargers enroute to 41-17 win at Sofi Stadium in their Week 2 preseason matchup. Rob Lowder and Kyle Posey are here to break down all of your thoughts, questions and concerns…

  25. Reaction: 49ers Humbled in Joint Practice With Chargers, Preseason Week 2 Preview

    · 1 h 06 min · Episode 770

    The 49ers traveled to Southern California Tuesday for a joint practice with the Los Angeles Chargers, who they’ll meet on Thursday for their Week 2 Preseason matchup. By all accounts, Kyle Shanahan’s squad was served a…

  26. Takeaways! 49ers Rookie De’Zhaun Stribling Impresses in Preseason Opener

    · 56 min · Episode 769

  27. Reaction: 49ers vs Titans Practice Heats Up, Preseason Week 1 Preview

    · 54 min · Episode 768

    The Tennessee Titans traveled to Santa Clara on Tuesday to conduct a joint practice with the 49ers at their practice facility next to Levi’s Stadium, where their Week 1 preseason matchup will be played on Thursday. Rob…

  28. Brock Purdy Earns Respect From the Rest of the NFL

    · 58 min · Episode 767

    Training Camp continues to march on for the 49ers as injuries continue to pile up. Amongst the ruckus was an insightful article from Mike Sando of The Athletic, detailing the NFL’s outlook on QB Brock Purdy. The…

  29. Ricky’s Out and Deebo’s In, 49ers Roster Already In Flux

    · 48 min · Episode 766

  30. Here We Go Again: 49ers Training Camp Already Impacted by Injuries

    · 47 min · Episode 765

    Well, that didn’t take long. Just three days into 49ers Training Camp and the team is already dealing with a slew of injuries that are impacting the roster. Who’s injured? Who’s stepping up in their place and how will…

  31. Reaction: 49ers Training Camp Has Begun!

    · 47 min · Episode 764

    The 49ers have officially kicked off Training Camp 2026. Rob Lowder and Kyle Posey break down all the latest news from Santa Clara, to include the latest on possible position battles, standout players so far, injury…

  32. Expectations on Offense for the 2026 49ers

    · 57 min · Episode 763

    With training camp just days away - and after breaking down team expectations on the last episode - Rob Lowder and Kyle Posey now turn their attention toward the expectations for key players on both sides of the ball…

  33. Establishing Expectations for the 2026 49ers

    · 49 min · Episode 762

    We’re on the cusp of training camp for the 49ers, with rookies already reporting and veterans making their entrance next week. For us, this always felt like the start of the grind that is the 2026 NFL season, so Rob…

  34. What Are the 49ers’ Hottest Training Camp Battles of 2026?

    · 52 min · Episode 761

    Perhaps the best part of training camp is zeroing on the position battles happening throughout the 49ers roster. Rob Lowder and Kyle Posey discuss the hottest contested positions on both sides of the ball, some for…

  35. Possible Roster Cut Surprises Ahead of 49ers Training Camp

    · 54 min · Episode 760

    We never get a 49ers training camp or a roster cutdown without surprises. Rob Lowder and Kyle Posey offer their own possible scenarios that could become a reality when it’s time for the 49ers to unveil their final…

  36. Glass Half Empty: What Could Hold the 49ers Back in 2026?

    · 51 min · Episode 759

    Continuing to analyze the 49ers roster, Rob Lowder and Kyle Posey now turn their attention towards the possible weak links - parts of the roster that may hold them back in 2026. Uncertain or vulnerable starters? Lack…

  37. The 49ers’ X-Men: Part 2

    · 47 min · Episode 758

    Wrapping up the X-Men two-parter, Rob Lowder and Kyle Posey break down the 49ers' X-Factors of 2026 that could play critical roles in the team’s success this season. Part 2 begins with Rob’s picks on defense and Kyle’s…

  38. The 49ers’ X-Men: Part 1

    · 46 min · Episode 757

    Rob Lowder and Kyle Posey are breaking down the 49ers’ X-Men of 2026, and by X-Men, we mean X-Factors that could play critical roles in the team’s success this season. Part 1 begins with Rob’s picks on offense and…

  39. The 49ers Foundation: Key Players for Next Three Seasons

    · 1 h 07 min · Episode 756

    Rob Lowder and Kyle Posey look at the 49ers roster from a new angle: Which players are the most critical over the next three seasons? Who goes first? Well, maybe that's obvious, but who goes after that? Age, contracts…

  40. Drafting the 49ers Roster, Position by Position

    · 51 min · Episode 755

    Rob Lowder and Kyle Posey continue their deep dive into the 49ers roster, this time getting creative with a position by position draft of the entire roster. Which group goes first? What goes into that decision? Top end…

  41. 53-Man Roster Prediction for the 49ers Defense

    · 47 min · Episode 754

    Rob Lowder and Kyle Posey continue their 53-man roster prediction for 2026 with the 49ers defense. Things were pretty straightforward on the offensive side of the ball but defense is where Rob and Kyle’s predictions…

  42. 53-Man Roster Prediction for the 49ers Offense

    · 48 min · Episode 753

    With the Roster Rundown series complete, Rob Lowder and Kyle Posey now turn their attention toward their 53-man roster prediction for 2026. They start things off on offense with plenty of competition and snaps up for…

  43. 49ers Roster Rundown! An Uncertain Secondary

    · 59 min · Episode 752

    Rob Lowder and Kyle Posey have reached the final episode of their 49ers Roster Rundown series, culminating in a secondary with plenty of uncertainty. Cornerbacks, led by Deommodore Lenoir, may be settled, unless…

  44. 49ers Roster Rundown! Fred Warner and Dre Greenlaw Reunite at Linebacker

    · 48 min · Episode 751

    Rob Lowder and Kyle Posey near the end of their 49ers Roster Rundown series with the reunion of All-Pro Fred and Big-Play Dre. Will the returns of Fred Warner (from injury) and Dre Greenlaw (from the Broncos) lead the…

  45. 49ers Roster Rundown! An Upgraded Defensive Front With New Depth

    · 57 min · Episode 750

    Rob Lowder and Kyle Posey return to their 49ers Roster Rundown series with both defensive ends and defensive tackles that form a newly reinvigorated defensive front. Will Nick Bosa and Mykel Williams return to form…

  46. Reaction: On-Site for 49ers OTAs

    · 54 min · Episode 749

    Kyle Posey was on the ground at the 49ers' practice facility for OTAs. He and Rob discuss the takeaways from the practice as the team enters their last prolonged break before training camp begins in late July. Who…

  47. Is the NFC West Out of Reach for 49ers after Rams trade for DE Myles Garrett?

    · 47 min · Episode 748

    Rob Lowder and Kyle Posey discuss the breaking news of their NFC West rival Rams trading for star pass rusher Myles Garrett. Does the blockbuster move put the 49ers even further behind in the NFC West? Let's talk about…

  48. 49ers Roster Rundown! When will George Kittle return? Who's the favorite at left guard?

    · 48 min · Episode 747

    Rob Lowder and Kyle Posey keep the Roster Rundown rolling with two position groups that both feature pressing questions - tight end and offensive line. When will George Kittle return? Who wins the competition at left…

  49. 49ers Roster Rundown! Mike Evans now leads wide receivers, Can Ricky Pearsall put it all together?

    · 55 min · Episode 746

    Rob Lowder and Kyle Posey continue their Roster Rundown series with what might be the most overhauled position on the roster - wide receiver - led by star free agent addition Mike Evans. Will Ricky Pearsall finally put…

  50. 49ers Roster Rundown! Big Year for Brock Purdy, Who's Behind Christian McCaffrey?

    · 54 min · Episode 745

    Rob Lowder and Kyle Posey begin their Roster Rundown series with the most important position in football - quarterback, led by Brock Purdy, along with the running back group of Christian McCaffrey and friends.

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