49ers in Five: The Niners are ready to BRING IT against the Rams
Sep 10, 2026 · 5m
Summary
Host Rob Stats Guerrera previews the 49ers' season opener against the Rams, highlighting George Kittle's return to the active roster and the team's reliance on him for the rushing attack. The episode covers injury updates, including Alfred Collins' absence and James Thompson's questionable status, while noting Rams star Miles Garrett is a full go. Key storylines include the quarterback's critical role in the offense, Christian McCaffrey's potential to break the NFL record for receiving touchdowns by a running back, and the 49ers' unique workout with Australian rugby player Ben Takura.
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Show Intro and Opening Night Context
Injury Report and George Kittle Update
Kittle's Impact on Rushing Stats
Miles Garrett Availability and Defensive Challenges
Game Preview and Instant Reaction Promo
One Thing to Read: Quarterback Importance
One Thing to Watch: McCaffrey Record
One Thing Missed: Ben Takura Workout
Outro and Newsletter Promotion
Podcast Network Credits
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