San Francisco 49ers podcast David Zizmor: Not enough offense buries 49ers 25-16; Texans’ Stroud throws for 318 yards

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Mac Jones (10) throws against the Houston Texans pass rush in the second half at NRG Stadium in Houston on Sun Oct 26, 2025 (AP News photo)

San Francisco 49ers podcast David Zizmor:

#1 San Francisco 49ers (5-3) Mac Jones couldn’t get his passes where he wanted them in the end zone. Jones threw 19-32, 193 yards and one touchdown.

#2 Texans quarterback CJ Stroud scored in low or medium numbers but good enough to hold the 49ers back for the 25-16 win. Stroud led the Texans going 30-39 for 318 yards and two touchdowns and threw one interception.

#3 Up next up for the San Francisco 49ers it’s off to the Meadowlands and the New York Giants (2-6) the Giants have lost his last three of their last four games. The Giants took a tough loss on Sunday to the Philadelphia Eagles 38-20. Can the 49ers overcome Sunday’s tough loss next Sunday at Giants Stadium.

Join David Zizmor after each home and away 49ers game at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

San Francisco 49ers podcast David Zizmor: 49ers hit the road against Texans this Sunday

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Mac Jones (15) can’t get a pass off as the Atlanta Falcons Leonard Floyd puts the pressure on Jones in the second quarter at Levi Stadium in Santa Clara on Sun Oct 19, 2025 (AP News photo)

San Francisco 49ers podcast David Zizmor:

#1 How did San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey’s performance—129 rushing yards and 201 yards from scrimmage—change the offensive dynamic for the 49ers and what does that suggest about their run game moving forward?

#2 Dave, talk about the job quarterback Mac Jones who threw for 17-26 for 152 yards, no touchdown passes and one interception to help the 49ers with a 20-10 win on Sunday Night Football?

#3 The 49ers head to Houston to take on the Texans (2-4) on Sun Oct 26th with a 10:00AM PT. The Texans were beat on Monday Night Football 27-19 by the Seattle Seahawks. Texans quarterback CJ Stroud struggled under center throwing 23-49, 229 yards and one pick. Talk about how you see this match up Sunday with the Niners and Texans.

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

San Francisco 49ers podcast David Zizmor: McCaffrey 201 yards rushing helps defeat Atlanta 20-10

San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey (23) rushes past Atlanta Falcons linebacker Kaden Elliss (55) in the second quarter at Levi Stadium in Santa Clara on Sun Oct 19, 2025 (AP News photo)

San Francisco 49ers podcast David Zizmor:

#1 San Francisco 49ers (5-2) running back Christian McCaffrey ran his first 100 yard game since he did it back in 2023.The 49ers also who were missing a lot of their starters pulled off a ten point win over the Atlanta Falcons (3-3) on Sunday Night Football 20-10.

#2 McCaffrey ran for 129 yards and two touchdowns and had 201 total yards and did it all from scrimmage. The last time McCaffrey had a 200 yard game was in 2019.

#3 The 49ers are in Houston to take on the Houston Texans (2-3). The Texans clobbered the Baltimore Ravens 44-10 back on Sun Oct 5th and after a bye are back to face the Seattle Seahawks on Monday Night Football in Seattle. How do you see this match up in Texas for Sun Oct 26th for the 49ers?

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

 

San Francisco 49ers podcast David Zizmor: 49ers shore up their defense; Injury plagued team takes precaution in defensive signings

San Francisco 49ers offensive lineman Isaac Alarcon was added by the practice squad on Tue Oct 14, 2025 (AP News photo)

San Francisco 49ers podcast David Zizmor:

#1 The San Francisco 49ers added to their practice squad by re-signing offensive lineman Isaac Alarcon, defensive end Robert Beal. The 49ers also announced that they have released defensive tackle Bruce Hector from the practice squad. The 49ers are looking for ways at bringing the next man up with the multiple injuries that they have been having.

#2 The 49ers are also taking a look at three defensive backs Shamar Bartholomew and Isaac Bolden, tackle Andre Dillard, and defensive back Tre Hawkins. This no doubt is an indication that the 49ers are also concerned about protecting their defense back field.

#3 On Sunday Night Football the 49ers host the Atlanta Falcons Oct 19 at Levis Stadium in Santa Clara at 5:20pm PT The Falcons are 3-2. The Falcons have also won their last two games last Sunday against the Buffalo Bills and the week before against the Washington Commanders. How do you see this match up on prime time TV Sunday night?

David Zizmor is a San Francisco 49ers analyst for http://www.sportsradioservice.com

San Francisco 49ers podcast David Zizmor: Injuries piling up Warner out for season ankle injury; Purdy, Kittle, Jennings could be back Sunday; Niners lose in Tampa 30-19

San Francisco 49ers linebacker Fred Warner (right) is carted off the field with a season ending ankle injury against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa Bay on Sun Oct 12, 2025 (AP News photo)

San Francisco 49ers podcast David Zizmor:

#1 David, San Francisco 49ers (4-2) quarterback Mac Jones was 27-39 for 347 yards and was picked off two times in the loss Sunday to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (5-1).

#2 In the second half of the game the 49ers just couldn’t get any offense going it was 10-3 Bucs in the second half and the 49ers got shutout in the fourth quarter.

#3 Up next for the 49ers they host the Atlanta Falcons (2-2) on Sun Oct 19. The Falcons who defeated the Washington Commanders at Mercedes Benz Stadium in Atlanta 34-27 on Sun Sep 28 and play the Buffalo Bills on Monday Night Football. Will this be a different opponent a team the 49ers might be able to handle this next game.

San Francisco 49ers podcasts are heard after every home and away game with David Zizmor at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

San Francisco 49ers podcast David Zizmor: If Jones can beat Bucs would 49ers consider him for starter?

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Mac Jones (10) runs off the field at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood after their game against the Los Angeles Rams Sun Oct 5, 2025 (San Francisco Chronicle photo)

San Francisco 49ers podcast David Zizmor:

#1 David, 49ers (4-1) quarterback Mac Jones is balling but the 49ers insist there is no quarterback controversy and that first stringer Brock Purdy should be back in the line as soon as he’s available.

#2 Jones could be under center for the 49ers next game on Sun Oct 12th in Tampa Bay (4-1). Jones has been effective as the back up quarterback and has help lead San Francisco to multiple wins. His last outing Jones against the Los Angeles Rams was 33-49, 342 yards, and threw for two touchdowns.

#3 Next up for the 49ers on the road in Tampa Bay. The Buccaneers are rolling they have won four of their last five games. Their last game they edged the Seattle Seahawks 38-35. Do you see this game as the 49ers biggest test so far this season?

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

San Francisco 49ers podcast David Zizmor: 49ers Pineiro punches one through in OT for 26-23 win over Rams

San Francisco 49ers kicker Eddy Pineiro (18) puts one up through the uprights for a 41 yard field goal with 5:51 left in overtime to defeat the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood on Thu Oct 2, 2025 (AP News photo)

San Francisco 49ers podcast David Zizmor:

#1 David, talk about how valuable kicker Eddy Pinerio is for the San Francisco 49ers (4-1) hitting that 41 yarder to get them the three point lead at 5:51 against what was a true rivalry in beating the Los Angeles Rams (3-2) in overtime on Thursday Night Football?

#2 San Francisco quarterback Mac Jones kept things as close as he could under center throwing 33-49, 342 yards, and two touchdowns. Jones looks like he could start somewhere in the NFL if he gets that opportunity?

#3 Next up for San Francisco the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Tampa Bay on Sun Oct 12. The Bucs played a close game against the Philadelphia Eagles losing 31-25. The Bucs with a respectable record at 3-1. How do you see that contest?

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

San Francisco 49ers podcast David Zizmor: 49ers-Rams kick off for Thursday Night Football at SoFi

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan (left) prepares his team against the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on Thursday Night Football on October 2, 2025 (AP News photo)

San Francisco 49ers podcast David Zizmor:

#1 How did Jacksonville’s defense exploit the absence of 49ers DE Nick Bosa, and can San Francisco adjust to compensate in their next game and now Ricky Piersall, Jauan Jennings, and Brock Purdy are out with injuries for Thursday night.

#2 Given the pregame accusations of “legal signal‑stealing” from Robert Saleh, how might both teams manage their communication, audibles, and pre‑snap adjustments?

#3 Which offensive strategy was more effective — Jacksonville was leaning heavily on the run game from running back Travis Etienne or San Francisco pushing through the air via McCaffrey and short passes — given each defense’s strengths?

#4 Get your thoughts as 49ers get ready for Thursday Night Football in Los Angeles against the LA Rams.

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

San Francisco 49ers podcast David Zizmor: Jaguars first half defense holds back 49ers in 26-21 win

Jacksonville Jaguars Parker Washington returns a punt against the San Francisco 49ers punter Thomas Morstead (7) and Isaac Guerendo (31) during second half at Levi Stadium in Santa Clara on Sun Sep 28, 2205 (AP News photo)

San Francisco 49ers podcast David Zizmor:

#1 The Jacksonville Jaguars defense held off the San Francisco 49ers offense for much of the game on Sunday to get their third win of the season defeating the 49ers in Santa Clara 26-21.

#2 It was the return of 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy who threw 22-38 for 309 yards, two touchdowns and two interceptions. In spite of his efforts the 49ers fall by a touchdown for their first loss of the season.

#3 Jacksonville quarterback Trevor Lawrence was 21-31 for 174 yards and a touchdown. It was the second quarter when Jacksonville scored 17 points that was really the difference.

#4 For the 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey he tallied 49 yards in 17 carries is there still speculation he’s playing with pain?

#5 Next up for the 49ers the Los Angeles Rams long time rival. The Rams won 27-20 defeating the Indianapolis Colts at Indianapolis today. The Rams improve their record to 3-1. 49ers head to Los Angeles for Thursday Night Football on Oct 2 for a 5:15pm kick off how do you see those two teams matching up?

David Zizmor is an NFL analyst for http://www.sportsradioservice.com

San Francisco 49ers podcast David Zizmor: 49ers try to make it 4 straight against Jaguars Sunday

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy remains out with a turf toe injury and will not play against the Jacksonville Jaguars in week 3 of the NFL season (AP file photo)

San Francisco 49ers podcast David Zizmor:

#1 San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy and wide receiver Jauan Jennings will miss week 3 of the NFL season against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Purdy is out with a turf toe injury and Jennings is out with a shoulder and ankle injury how will their absence impact the 49ers this weekend.

#2 49ers tight end George Kittle and his wife Claire were dragged into a fake quote that got spread on line saying that the subject of Charlie Kirk and politics had no place in the NFL. The quote which Kittle emphasized was fake said that the account that the quote was on makes fake quotes and he hoped the many responses he got from people that they realize that.

#3 The 49ers take on the Jaguars at Levi Stadium this Sunday for a 1:25pm PT kick off. The Jaguars are 2-1 and are coming off a win over the Houston Texans 17-10 last Sunday. The Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence threw for 222 yards and touchdown. How do you see this match up this Sunday?

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