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49ers in Five: Are the Niners primed to make a big trade?

Sep 15, 2026 · 5m

Summary

Host Rob Stats discusses the 49ers' leadership shift following Jed York's exile, noting that Kyle Shanahan and John Lynch now have greater autonomy for trades and contract negotiations. The episode covers Tim Kawakami's report on reduced media leaks and the potential for a DeForest Buckner reunion. Additionally, it highlights Colin Kaepernick's claim that Jed York ignored his 2022 offer to play, and shares a film breakdown of Shanahan's offensive adjustments against the Rams.

Topics discussed

Sponsored: ADT home security systems Sponsored: Blinds.com privacy and sleep Intro: No news on 49ers injuries Tim Kawakami article on 49ers leadership End of media leaks from York and Marate Shanahan and Lynch freedom on trades Potential WR trade and contract negotiations Who is making the final decisions? Read: Colin Kaepernick interview with SF Standard Watch: Football 1st film breakdown Missed: Sam Donald's glute injury update Outro: Newsletter and social media links Host banter on Sam Donald injury Sponsored: Splash Sports daily fantasy
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