San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy can he lead the charge against the Los Angeles Rams at Melbourne Cricket Ground Stadium in Melbourne Australia on Thu Sep 10, 2026 at 5:35pm P/ (AP file photo)
San Francisco 49ers podcast David Zizmor:
#1 Can Brock Purdy lead the 49ers offense to a win over the Rams in the season opener?
#2 How effective will Christian McCaffrey be against the Rams’ defense?
#3 Will Nick Bosa make a major impact in his return from his ACL injury?
Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Kirk Cousins will be the starting quarterback against the Miami Dolphins at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas on Sun Sep 13, 2026 (AP News photo)
Las Vegas Raiders podcast Rich Perez:
#1 Can Kirk Cousins get the Raiders’ offense off to a fast start against a revamped Miami defense?
#2 How much of a factor will Ashton Jeanty be in the Raiders’ run game, and can Miami keep the second-year back from controlling the tempo?
#3 Can Maxx Crosby create enough pressure on Miami’s quarterback to make the Dolphins uncomfortable in the pocket?
#4 Will Brock Bowers emerge as the matchup nightmare the Raiders need, particularly against Miami’s linebackers and safeties?
#5 Which Raiders playmaker will make the biggest difference — Tre Tucker, Tyler Lockett, or Jack Bech — against a Dolphins secondary looking to start the season strong?
Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Kirk Cousins will be the starting quarterback for the 2026 season as assigned by head coach Klint Kubiak (AP News photo)
Las Vegas Raiders podcast Rich Perez:
#1 How much of an impact can Kirk Cousins make in his Raiders debut, and can he establish a strong passing game against Miami’s defense?
#2 Can Ashton Jeanty stay healthy and provide the Raiders with the explosive running game they need, particularly in new head coach Klint Kubiak’s offense?
#3 Will Maxx Crosby immediately set the tone for the Raiders’ defense, and can his pass rush create problems for Miami’s new-look offense?
#4 Can rookie running back Mike Washington Jr. continue the impressive form he showed during the preseason, and could he become a major contributor alongside Jeanty?
#5 Can the Raiders’ improved offensive line protect Kirk Cousins and open running lanes, allowing Las Vegas to control the game against the Dolphins?
#6 Can the Raiders defense put pressure on Miami Dolphins quarterback Malik Willis?
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (left) talks things over with tight end George Kittle (right) during practice with the Los Angeles Chargers at El Segundo CA on Aug 18, 2026 (AP News photo)
San Francisco 49ers podcast David Zizmor:
#1 Can the San Francisco 49ers’ defense contain the Rams’ star-studded offense in the historic Australian opener Thu Sep 10 at 5:35pm PDT?
#2 Will the San Francisco 49ers’ health and depth hold up after the long trip Down Under?
#3 Which key matchup will decide the San Francisco 49ers vs. Los Angeles Rams clash in Melbourne?
Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) hands of the football to running back Mike Washington (30) in the first half against the San Francisco 49ers at Allegiant Stadium on Thu Aug 27, 2026 (AP News photo)
Las Vegas Raiders podcast Tony Renteria:
#1 Can Kirk Cousins give the Raiders the steady quarterback play they need to open the season with a win over Miami?
#2 How much will Ashton Jeanty’s ankle injury affect the Raiders’ rushing attack, and can Mike Washington Jr. step up if Jeanty is limited?
#3 With Maxx Crosby anchoring the defense, can the Raiders generate enough pressure to disrupt Miami’s new-look offense?
#4 Can Fernando Mendoza make an impact if Klint Kubiak turns to the rookie quarterback, or will Kirk Cousins handle the bulk of the workload?
#5 Which Raiders skill-position player—such as Dont’e Thornton or Jalen Nailor—can emerge as a reliable weapon and give the Dolphins’ secondary problems?
Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Fernando Mendoza (15) scrambles away from San Francisco defensive end Keion White (56) in the first half of exhibition action at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas on Thu Aug 27, 2026 (AP News photo)
Las Vegas Raiders podcast Rich Perez:
#1 Rich if you like field goals this was your game in the first quarter the Raiders opened up with two Matt Gay field goals putting the Raiders up 6-0.
#2 The 49ers Eddie Pinero answered back with two field goals of his own to tie it in the second quarter but Gay hit a 45 yarder to put the Raiders in front 9-6 at the half.
#3 Pinero hit three more field goals one in the third quarter and two in the fourth quarter, Gay hit one field goal in the fourth quarter but it wasn’t enough as the 49ers came away with a six point 18-12 win over the Raiders at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.
#4 Quarterback stats for the 49ers Adrian Martinez was 12-21 for 130 yards and no touchdowns and for the Raiders Fernando Mendoza 7-14, 57 yards, one interception, for Kirk Cousins 8-11, 51 yards and no touchdowns.
#5 Up next for the Raiders the Miami Dolphins Sep 13th week 1 and the home opener for the Raiders talk about how you see that one.
San Francisco 49ers owner Jed York was arrested on Saturday, Aug. 22, 2026, during a prostitution sting conducted by the Mahoning Valley Human Trafficking Task Force. (East Palestine Police Department)
San Francisco 49ers podcast David Zizmor:
#1 Police in Palistine Ohio were seen in body cam footage handcuffing and putting San Francisco 49ers co-owner Jed York in the back of a squad car at a Ohio mobile home park. York had been accused of soliciting a sex worker those charges were reduced to disorderly conduct on Thursday.
#2 York on Wednesday plead no contest and the charges were reduced to disorderly conduct and York served one day in jail. NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell and the league are reviewing the case and considering possible punishment for York.
#3 Jed’s parents Dr. John York and Denise DeBartolo own the 49ers do you see them asking their son Jed to step down from his role in the ownership or you don’t see that happening?
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Pat Mahomes hands off the football against the Los Angeles Chargers Dec 14, 2025 at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City. Mahomes has said he has recovered from ACL surgery and the knee feels good and he’s ready for some football by mid September ( AP News photo)
NFL podcast Jessica Kwong:
#1 How significant is Patrick Mahomes’ recovery for the Chiefs’ chances of returning to Super Bowl contention, and will he be ready for Week 1?
#3 How will Calvin Austin III’s injury affect the Pittsburgh Steelers’ wide-receiver competition and depth?
#3 What does Kareem Hunt’s visit with the Detroit Lions mean for their running-back depth heading into the regular season?
#4 What impact could the Saints’ signing of two-time All-Pro kicker Daniel Carlson have on their roster and special teams?
#5 How could the Big Ten and SEC rules preventing former NFL players from returning to college affect the relationship between college football and the NFL?
Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) hands off the football to running back Ashtin Jeanty (left) during practice camp in Henderson NV on Thu Jul 30, 2026 (AP News photo)
Las Vegas Raiders podcast Rich Perez:
#1 Ashton Jeanty suffers a major injury scare at practice Raiders RB Ashton Jeanty left Sunday’s practice after an awkward landing while diving for a pass. He initially could not put weight on his right leg and had to be helped off the field. Update: Reports on Monday indicated Jeanty is believed to have suffered a sprained ankle and is not expected to face a long-term absence.
#2 Raiders focus on fixing defensive and special-teams problems Sunday’s padded practice emphasized tackling, technique and self-correction after the Raiders’ preseason game against Houston exposed issues on defense and special teams. The team’s official training-camp report highlighted the need for rapid improvement with the regular season approaching.#1
#3 Mike Washington Jr. emerges as the potential next man up With Jeanty’s injury creating uncertainty, rookie RB Mike Washington Jr. is suddenly in the spotlight. He has impressed during camp and the preseason, making him the obvious candidate for an increased workload if Jeanty misses time.
#4 Raiders’ roster decisions become increasingly urgent The club is entering the final stretch before the Aug. 30 deadline to reach a 53-man roster. Competition is particularly intense among young defensive backs and other bubble players, making the final preseason game especially important.
#5 Fernando Mendoza’s preseason performance remains a major storyline The No. 1 overall pick had an uneven showing in the Raiders’ 22–20 comeback win over Houston, including a pick-six, but the team’s response afterward has kept the rookie QB’s development firmly in the spotlight. Meanwhile, Kirk Cousins took the first-team reps in Sunday’s practice, reinforcing his status as the expected Week 1 starter.
Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Fernando Mendoza (15) throws under pressure from the Houston Texans defense in the first half at Reliant Stadium in Houston on Thu Aug 20, 2026 (AP News photo)
Las Vegas Raiders podcast Rich Perez
#1 How impressive was Aidan O’Connell’s fourth-quarter performance, including the game-winning 1-yard touchdown run with just 14 seconds remaining?
#2 What did Fernando Mendoza show in his second preseason game, despite throwing an interception that Houston returned for a touchdown?
#3 How important were Dylan Laube and Dare Ogunbowale in helping the Raiders overcome their 17-point deficit with touchdown runs?
#4 What did Malik Benson and the other young Raiders receivers show as Las Vegas evaluated its offensive depth?
#5 How much confidence should Raiders fans have in the defense, particularly young players such as Jermod McCoy and Treydan Stukes, after the defense settled down following Houston’s fast start?
