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San Francisco 49ers podcast David Zizmor: 49ers leave little doubt in crushing the Colts on Monday Night Football 48-27

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San Francisco 49ers tight end Christian McCaffrey (23) bolts past the Indianapolis Colts defensive end Laiatu Latu (97) and and defensive tackle Grover Steward (90) in the first half at Lucas Oil Field in Indianapolis (AP News photo)

San Francisco 49ers podcast David Zizmor:

#1 The San Francisco 49ers (11-4) left little doubt and left it all on the Lucas Oil Field in Indianapolis with a crushing 48-27 win over the Indianapolis Colts (8-7) on Monday Night Football.

#2 San Francisco quarterback Brock Purdy had the hot hand and lots of protection throwing for five touchdown passes in getting the win against the Colts.

#3 Next up for the 49ers the Chicago Bears (11-4) at Levi Stadium on Sunday Night Football Dec 28th at 5:25pm PT. The Bears have won seven of their last eight games could this be a game that could go right down to the wire?

David Zizmor does the San Francisco 49ers podcast at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

Las Vegas Raiders podcast Rich Perez: Raiders just miss grabbing the brass ring lose a close one 23-21; Loss to Texas extends skid to 9 games

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Las Vegas Raiders Geno Smith (7) makes a run for it while being chased by the Houston Texans defensive end Danielle Hunter (right) in the second half at NRG Stadium in Houston on Sun Dec 21, 2025 (AP News photo)

Las Vegas Raiders podcast Rich Perez:

#1 Rich tough go for the Las Vegas Raiders (2-13) today in Houston a loss to the Houston Texans (10-5) despite giving a go the Raiders have lost their ninth straight game Sunday 23-21.

#2 The touchdown in the fourth quarter for the Texans was just good enough to get around the Raiders as the Raider cut it close in the four quarter scoring a touchdown of their own but again fell just short for the win.

#3 Geno Smith returned under center and it look as if the offense look much improved over the last few games and just lost to the Texans. How did you see Smith moving the ball against the Texans?

#4 For Smith 16-23 for 201 yards, the two touchdowns a huge improvement the Raiders who got shutout by the Phildelphia Eagles last week Sunday.

#5 Up next for the Raiders the New York Giants (3-13). The Giants are on a nine game losing streak their last win was against the Phildelphia Eagles Oct 9th. The Raiders counter with a nine game losing streak and their last win was back on Oct 12 against the Tennessee Titans. It’s the Gaints and Raiders this Sun Dec 28th at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.

Rich Perez does the Las Vegas Raiders podcasts after every home and away game at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

San Francisco 49ers podcast David Zizmor: Ayiuk’s demise didn’t distract the team at all

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San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk (11) in the first half against the Arizona Cardinals at Levi Stadium in Santa Clara on Oct 5, 2025 (AP News photo)

San Francisco 49ers podcast David Zizmor:

#1 How much is the Brandon Aiyuk situation going to impact the San Francisco 49ers as Aiyuk and the 49ers are headed for a split. Aiyuk had been work for a resolution as Aiyuk has one more year left on his contract and is out on the reserve/left team list and cannot return for the rest of the season.

#2 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan said on Rickey Pearsall with a right knee cruciate ligament injury.Peasall caught an eight yard pass during the first play and caught six passes for 96 yards in the 49ers win over the Tennessee Titans 37-24 last Sunday.

#3 Next up for the 49ers (10-4) the Indianapolis Colts (8-6) at Lucas Oil Field for Monday Night Football on Dec 22. The Colts have lost five of their last six games and have lost four in a row the 49ers are catching the Colts in the middle of a slump.

Join David Zizmor for the 49ers podcasts each Wednesday at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

Las Vegas Raiders podcast Tony Renteria: Can Raiders defense control a tough Texans offense this Sunday?

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Las Vegas Raiders head coach Pete Carroll speaks with the media following the game against the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia on Sun Dec 14, 2025 (AP News photo)

Las Vegas Raiders podcast Tony Renteria:

#1 Can the Las Vegas Raiders (2-12) control the tempo on the road and quiet a young Houston Texans (9-5) offense in a hostile Houston environment? The Texans are on a six game win streak the Raiders could be coming into a buzzsaw.

#2 How will the Raiders’ defense match up against Houston’s passing attack, especially in the red zone?

#3 Will the Raiders’ rushing game be effective enough to keep their offense balanced and sustain long drives?

#4 Which Raiders playmakers need to step up most for Las Vegas to secure a late-season road win?

#5 With playoff implications potentially looming, can the Raiders execute cleanly and avoid costly mistakes against the Texans?

Join Tony Renteria for the Raiders podcasts each Tuesday at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

San Francisco 49ers podcast David Zizmor: 49ers Purdy 3 TDs beat Titans 37-24

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San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock throws against the Tennessee Titans safety Amani Hooker (37) at Levi Stadium in Santa Clara on Sun Dec 14, 2025 (AP News photo)

San Francisco 49ers podcast David Zizmor:

#1 San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy connected on multiple touchdown passes today — what adjustments did the 49ers make offensively that helped him find success against the Tennessee Titans’ secondary?

#2 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey how he look physically during today’s game and what did it mean for him to find the end zone against Tennessee?

#3 It’s off the Indianapolis and the Colts on Monday Night Football Dec 22 at Lucas Oil Field. The Colts are 8-6 and are on a four game losing streak having lost to the Seattle Seahawks 18-16 in Seattle Sunday. How do you see this match up in Indianapolis next week?

David Zizmor does the SF 49ers podcasts after every home and away game at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

Las Vegas Raiders podcast Rich Perez: Eagles put it where it Hurts on Raiders; Raiders shutout 31-0, drop 8th game in a row

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Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) had his way against the Las Vegas Raiders throwing three downs and shutting out Las Vegas at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia on Sun Dec 14, 2025 (AP News photo)

Las Vegas Raiders podcast Rich Perez:

#1 The Philadelphia Eagles improved to 9-5 after shutting out the Las Vegas Raiders (2-12) 31-0 in Philadelphia on Sunday. It was the Raiders eighth loss in a row.

#2 The Raiders defense simply couldn’t do anything with the Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts and their offense. For Hurts 12 completions in 15 attempts for 175 yards and three touchdowns.

#3 In the second half the Raiders like the first half couldn’t convert even a field goal and just couldn’t take advantage of even getting in the red zone.

#4 Raider back up quarterback Kenny Pickett struggled all afternoon throwing going 15-25 for only 64 yards one interception. Pickett try as hard as he may and filling for the injured Geno Smith was running for his life all game long.

#5 The Raiders are back at the chalkboard again trying to figure this out next week in Houston against the Texans on Sun Dec 21st. The Texans are on a roll having won six games in a row having defeated the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday. The Raiders could have their hands full again next Sunday.

Rich Perez does the Raiders podcasts after every home and away game at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

San Francisco 49ers podcast David Zizmor: Will 49ers make easy work of 1-11 Titans in Santa Clara Sunday?

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San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) throws a pass against the Cleveland Browns on Sun Nov 30, 2025 at Huntington Bank Field in Cleveland. The 49ers could go into their bench if they overwhelm the Tennessee Titans this Sun Dec 14, 2025 at Levi Stadium (AP News photo)

San Francisco 49ers podcast David Zizmor:

#1 Can Brock Purdy bounce back and lead the 49ers’ offense after the bye week against the Titans’ defense?

#2 How will Christian McCaffrey and Kyle Juszczyk be used to exploit Tennessee’s run defense — will the 49ers lean on the ground game?

#2 With pass-rush numbers down for San Francisco this season, can Nick Bosa pressure the Titans’ quarterback enough to disrupt their offense?

David Zizmor does the 49ers podcasts each week at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

Las Vegas Raiders podcast Rich Perez: Raiders need to rise out of the ashes if they want to beat Philadelphia

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Pete Carroll head coach Las Vegas Raiders takes some hard questions from the press after the loss to the Denver Broncos on Sun Dec 7, 2025 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas (AP News photo)

Las Vegas Raiders podcast Rich Perez:

  1. Can the Raiders take advantage of the Eagles’ recent struggles and snap their seven game losing streak?
  2. Will the Eagles’ offense — led by Jalen Hurts — bounce back after their recent turnover issues?
  3. How will Philadelphia’s running game with Saquon Barkley or A.J. Dillon) fare against the Raiders’ run defense — could it become a key factor?
  4. On defense: can Eagles pass-rushers like Jalen Carter or Jordan Davis pressure the Raiders’ (possibly backup) quarterback enough to disrupt their passing game?
  5. Which of the Eagles’ wide receivers A.J. Brown or DeVonta Smith — will step up and exploit matchups in the Raiders’ secondary?

Rich Perez filled in for Tony Renteria who does the Raiders podcasts each Tuesdays at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

Raiders lose 24-17 to Broncos, QB Geno Smith injured

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Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Geno Smith (7) is sacked by the Denver Broncos linebacker Nik Bonitto (middle) in the first half at Allegiant Stadium in Denver on Sun Dec 7, 2025 (AP News photo)

By Vince Cestone

(LAS VEGAS) — If it wasn’t bad enough that the Las Vegas Raiders lost to the Denver Broncos, they also lost their quarterback Geno Smith.

As the norm at the 5-year-old Las Vegas Stadium, a sea of opposing fans watched Bo Nix and the Broncos defeat the now 3-10 Raiders 24-17 at Allegiant Stadium. The Broncos quarterback passed for 212 yards, completing 31 of 38 passes, and rushed for a touchdown.

The Raiders have an inverse record to the Broncos, 2-11 and 11-2 respectively, and now lost seven games in a row. Despite the end result being a one-score game, the Broncos showed clearly that they were the better team.

In the first quarter, both teams traded blows. Nix ran 8 yards for the first touchdown, the last of 14 plays to get the score. Shortly after, Smith passed to Brock Bowers for a 15-yard touchdown.

The Broncos took the lead in the second quarter, with a 48-yard punt return by Denver’s Marvin Mims Jr. Denver added on in the third quarter, with a touchdown by running back RJ Harvey, making the score 21-7.

Kicker Wil Lutz capped the scoring for the Broncos in the fourth quarter, with a 23-yard field goal, making the score 24-7.

The Raiders would tack on a touchdown in the fourth quarter as backup QB Kenny Pickett through to Shedrick Jackson for a 25-yard touchdown. Daniel Carlson would latter add on 3 more points with a field goal, making the score 24-17.

Smith left the game in the third quarter with a shoulder injury. He has been ruled out for the next game.

Up next, the Raiders will head to Philadelphia to take on the Eagles on Sunday, Dec. 14. Game time is 10 a.m. PST.

Las Vegas Raiders podcast Rich Perez; Raiders run out of time lose by 7 to Broncos 24-17

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Las Vegas Raiders tight end Brock Bowers (89) scores on the Denver Broncos cornerback Ja Quan McMillan (29) in the first half at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas on Sun Dec 7, 2025 (AP News photo)

Las Vegas Raiders podcast Rich Perez:

#1 The Las Vegas Raiders (2-11) ended up playing a competitive game against the Denver Broncos (11-2) but ended up with another tough loss 24-17.

#2 The Broncos had at one time had a 21-7 lead on the Raiders but the Raiders made a valiant effort in the fourth quarter scoring a touchdown and a field goal and cutting the lead to just a touchdown as time ran out losing their seventh in a row.

#3 The Broncos quarterback Bo Nix got the Broncos in the red zone three times to set up a score with touchdowns in the first, second and third quarters.

#4 The Raiders quarterback Geno Smith was 13-21, 116 yards and one touchdown. Smith scrambled to try to get the Raiders back in the game in the fourth quarter but fell short it was a tough loss with a hard effort to back in it.

#5 Next up for the Raiders the Philadelphia Eagles (8-4). The Eagles lost their second game in a row Fri Nov 28 to the Chicago Bears 24-15. The Eagles play the Los Angeles Chargers on Monday Night Football Dec 8 and then face the Raiders on Sun Dec 14. How do you see this match up next week in Philadelphia?

Join Rich Perez for the Raiders podcasts after every home and away game at http://www.sportsradioservice.com