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Las Vegas Raiders podcast with Rich Perez: Cardinals score OT TD to defeat Raiders 29-23; Arizona’s Murphy returns 59 yard fumble

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Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Davante Adams takes a leap of joy after scoring a first half touchdown against the Arizona Cardinals at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas on Sun Sep 18, 2022 (Las Vegas Review Journal photo)

On the Raiders podcast with Rich Perez:

#1 The Arizona Cardinals (1-1) scored the game winning touchdown in overtime when linebacker Isaiah Simmons knocked the ball out of the hands of the Las Vegas Raiders (0-2) wide receiver Hunter Renfrow to be picked up by cornerback Bryon Murphy for a 59 yard return in overtime.

#2 There was even doubt if Murphy’s touchdown was legit officials checked to see if Murphy let go of the ball before he crossed the goal line. After further review the video officials ruled that Murphy did hold onto the ball long enough to score the game winning touchdown.

#3 The Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray was credited for keeping them in the game throwing 31 for 49 for 277 yards, for one touchdown and one interception.

#4 The Cardinals were down at the half by 20 points but were able to come back and win the contest by six points in the end and it was Murray who just keep working his receivers, running backs and keeping the ball taking it to the Raiders.

#5 The loss was the Raiders second loss against no wins and the Raiders go back to the drawing board against the Tennessee Titans who lost a close game Sun Sep 11 to the New York Giants and are in Buffalo for Monday Night Football Sep 19th. The Raiders will make the trip to Tennessee Sun Sep 25th. How do you see the Raiders matching up with the Titans who have two games in less than seven days?

Rich Perez does the Raiders podcasts following all home and away games at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

Lance breaks ankle out for the season, Garoppolo and defense impress in 49ers 27-7 win over Seahawks

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San Francisco 49ers linebacker Fred Warner celebrates with the crowd after his team’s 27-7 win over Seattle at Levi’s Stadium on Sunday SEP 18, 2022. (San Francisco 49ers)

by Marko Ukalovic

SANTA CLARA — There’s bittersweet wins and there’s what happened to Tre Lance.

The San Francisco 49ers second year quarterback suffered a broken ankle running the ball during the second offensive series in the first quarter as the defense carried the team to a 27-7 victory over the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday afternoon at Levi’s Stadium.

On a 2nd and 8 from the Seahawks 21-yard line, Lance ran up the right side on a designed run play called by 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan and was tackled by Seahawks linebacker Cody Barton. Lance laid on the field for a while before finally being carted off the field ending his day. Lance will have surgery to repair his ankle.

“You don’t have time to sit there and think about it, you have to get (your head) back into the game,” said Shanahan regarding the emotions of having Lance get injured. “I thought the guys did a real good job of that. We’re happy about the win, but it was a little sombering once you get in the locker room and see him (Lance) and stuff.”

Backup quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo came in and filled in nicely as he did what he does best, act as a game manager for San Francisco. Garoppolo connected on a 38-yard touchdown reception to backup tight end Ross Dwelley on his second possession to put San Francisco up 13-0 early in the second quarter.

The 49ers (1-1) defense might have been the secondary story of the afternoon, but they were the key to the team’s victory. They pressured Seattle’s quarterback Geno Smith relentlessly throughout the game and made him uncomfortable in the pocket.

Defensive end Nick Bosa sacked Smith twice and the Niners secondary intercepted him twice, one by Charvarius Ward and one by Taushan Gipson. Strong safety Talanoa Hufunga had another strapping game as he helped contain Seattle’s receivers from making big plays.

“Honestly, I really believe that we just didn’t do what we needed to today. I just think we made some mistakes that we couldn’t recover from,” Smith said.

San Francisco’s defense held Seattle to just 36 yards rushing on the day. They made sure they didn’t have a second half letdown to allow Seattle back in the game like they did last week against Chicago.

“Last week we let them back in the game, being up 10-0. Our mindset is, the offense scores, that’s enough points for us to win the game. So we knew we wanted to play a full four quarter game and I think we did that,” said 49ers linebacker Fred Warner.

Lance’s teammates are going to miss having him around in the locker room the rest of this season.

“Unfortunate events for Tre (Lance). That’s my man. I’ve really been praying for him. (I am) very grateful the energy he has brought into this locker room. We were the youngest on the team last year so we understand what it means to really play at this level. For him, I’m just trying to keep his spirits up and continue to go down this journey. It’s going to be a lot of adversity he’s going to face, but he’s strong enough to handle it,” Hufanga said.

Garoppolo looked rusty at times underthrowing a few balls and also looked like the quarterback the led San Francisco to the NFC Championship last year with precision throws to his receivers.

“Just like riding a bike,” Garoppolo said when asked how he felt in his first game action of the season. “It felt good to be back out there. I feel terrible for Tre (Lance). I’ve been on the side of it. This league is tough. That sucks for him, feel bad for him but he’s our brother and we’ll pick him up.”

Garopollo finished 13 of 21 for 154 yards and one touchdown with no interceptions. He also had a one-yard rushing touchdown late in the fourth quarter to seal the win for San Francisco.

“I thought he did a real good job coming off the bench. (He) made some key throws. Real proud of Jimmy (Garoppolo) with how he came in and (was) ready for the moment. Helped us get a win. He looks good, still handsome,” said Shanahan.

Seattle (1-1) could not generate any scoring offensively but its special teams were responsible for its only points in the game. Tariq Woolen blocked a 25-yard field goal attempt by Robbie Gould late in third quarter. Michael Jackson scooped up the ball and returned it 85 yards for a touchdown.

“We manned up for a while and then at the end of the game, those guys just toughed it out and they (49ers) played good today. So, credit to them for coming in with a plan and sticking to their plan,”said Seahawks free safety Quandre Diggs.

Jeff Wilson Jr led San Francisco in rushing with 84 yards on 18 carries. Fullback Kyle Juszczyk chipped in with a one-yard rushing touchdown.

Brandon Aiyuk led the 49ers in receiving with five catches for 63 yards. Deebo Samuel contributed five catches for 44 yards.

Smith finished 24 of 30 for 197 yards with no touchdowns and two interceptions. Tyler Lockett led all receivers with nine catches for 107 yards in the losing effort.

GAME NOTES: San Francisco finished 6-for-15 on third down conversions. Seattle was 2-for-7.

San Francisco had 373 total yards of offense compares to Seattle’s 216.

UP NEXT: San Francisco travels to the mile high city to take on the Denver Broncos on Sunday 9/25 at 5:20pm at Empower Field at Mile High

San Francisco 49ers podcast with Marko Ukalovic: Will Lance take it to the Seahawks this Sunday?; Will Kittle get in the line up?

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George Kittle tight end of the San Francisco 49ers in drills on Thu Sep 1, 2022 at the 49ers practice facility in Santa Clara. Kittle has missed practices since a Sep 3 groin injury and is a maybe for this Sunday’s game against the Seattle Seahawks at Levi Stadium in Santa Clara (AP News photo)

On the 49ers podcast with Marko:

#1 Marko, 49ers quarterback Trey Lance has rushed into the 49ers record book for the most carries by a quarterback with 16 in team history.

#2 Was the playbook designed for Lance to carry so much will that be the norm for him this season to carry the ball over a minimum of ten carries per game?

#3 San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle has only caught one of Lance’s 54 career completed passes. Chances are Kittle won’t be catching any of Lance’s passes this Sunday at Levi Stadium as he’s Kittle remains a question for this Sunday.

#4 Kittle has missed practice and has been out due to a groin injury he got on September 5th. Head coach Kyle Shanahan said he’s hopeful he could play but wasn’t all that sure.

#5 The 49ers are coming off a tough loss to the Chicago Bears from last week they take on a Seattle Seahawks club that narrowly beat Russell Wilson and the Denver Broncos last week how do you see Seahawks and 49ers matching up this Sunday.

Join Marko for the 49ers podcasts Fridays at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

San Francisco 49ers podcast with David Zizmor: 49ers host Seahawks Sunday in home opener at Levi Stadium

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The Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields (1) avoids getting hit by the San Francisco 49ers Samson Ebukam in first half action at Soldier Field in Chicago on Sun Sep 11, 2022 (AP News photo)

Om the 49ers podcast with David Z:

#1 If it wasn’t rough enough for Elijah Mitchell missing all of pre season from a hamstring injury after getting a dose of the rough and tumble Chicago Bears Mitchell has injuries to his shoulder, ribs, head, fingers, and a sprained MCL to his right knee and is expected to miss two months.

#2 Dave, 49ers quarterback Trey Lance had a couple of good passes early in the game against Chicago but he looked like he did disappear in the second half. Was it a matter of the Bears keeping him on the run or he just couldn’t manage finding his targets and the Bears read the running backs well?

#3 The Seattle Seahawks will be on hand for the home opener at Levi Stadium against the 49ers. The Seahawks just edged their old teammate quarterback Russell Wilson and the Denver Broncos at Lumen Stadium in Seattle last Sunday 17-16. How do you see this match with the 49ers and Seahawks for this Sunday.

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

Las Vegas Raiders podcast with Rich Perez: Raiders licking wounds from week 1; Vegas preparing for Arizona in Sunday’s home opener

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The Kansas City Chiefs kept the pressure up on Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (1) here is Murray after one of the Chiefs sacks on Sun Sep 11, 2022 in Glendale. The Raiders host the Chiefs at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas on Sun Sep 18, 2022 (AP News photo)

On the Raiders podcast:

#1 Rich, how much would you say that the Los Angeles Chargers defense played a role in keeping the Raiders out of the end zone and protected the lead all the way as the Raiders closed within five points at the end.

#2 Devante Adams just couldn’t carry the Raiders on his back on offense Adams for the afternoon caught ten passes, for 141 yards and one touchdown.

#3 Rich talk about that second quarter that the Chargers had they scored twice and the Raiders didn’t have an answer in that quarter how concerned did Raiders head coach Josh McDaniels have to be during that quarter.

#4 Rich did it appear to you that Raider quarterback Derek Carr had enough time to throw and help get the Raiders the lead?

#5 The Raiders host the Arizona Cardinals this Sun Sep 18th at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas for week 2. The Cardinals took a tough loss to the Kansas City Chiefs in Glendale 44-21 a lopsided affair. The Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray threw for 193 yards, went 22 for 34 and two touchdowns.

Join Rich Perez for the Las Vegas Raiders podcasts at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

Raiders fall short in last ditch 4th quarter effort 24-19 to Chargers in Inglewood

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Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Devante Adams (left) goes airborne after making a catch and is caught up with Los Angeles Chargers cornerback Asante Adams Jr (26) in the second half. SoFi Stadium in Inglewood (AP News photo)

By Rich Perez

After tying the game in the first quarter 3-3 the Las Vegas Raiders and the Los Angeles Chargers battled throughout the contest on Sunday at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood. It had been nine years since Raiders quarterback Derek Carr and wide receiver Devante Adams had played together since college.

Carr hit Adams for an 11 yard pass on the opening drive of the game. It turned out that Adams would be Carr’s favorite target all afternoon throwing to Adams for five completions. Despite Carr and Adams hooking up the Raiders defense couldn’t hold the line in the second quarter as the Chargers scored 14 points.

“We did some good things,” Carr said. “There’s also some things that him and I, we were just talking about in the locker room, the way I see it, the way he sees it, and we’re trying to make that better. So yeah, we had production, but I think that we can be better, and so does he.”

It was a great afternoon for Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert had who went 26-34 threw for three touchdowns for 279 yards throwing to wide receivers DeAndre Carter and Gerald Everett.

The Raiders have their work cut out for them as they return to Las Vegas on Sun Sep 18th at Allegiant Stadium to host the Arizona Cardinals and Kyler Murray. The Cardinals have more a will to win after they got beat 44-21 by quarterback Pat Mahomes and the Kansas Chiefs in Glendale. Murray went 22-34, 193 yards and two touchdowns and was relieved by back up quarterback Trace McSorley after the game became lopsided.

Rich Perez is a Raiders beat writer and does the Raiders podcasts Wednesdays and Fridays at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

49ers stumble to Bears 19-10 in wet, dreary game

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San Francisco 49ers quarterback Trey Lance (5) is outnumbered and tackled in first half action by the Chicago Bears linebacker Roquan Smith (58) and defensive lineman Dominique Robinson (91) at Soldier Field in Chicago on Sun Sep 11, 2022 (AP News photo)

by Marko Ukalovic

A monsoon of mother nature and a tight lipped defense spoiled the season opener for the San Francisco 49ers.

The Chicago Bears took advantage of the weather and costly turnovers as they upset the the scarlet and gold 19-10 on a miserable wet Sunday afternoon at Soldier Field.

On a day where the heavens opened up and were relentless, the field made things difficult for both teams dealing with a drenched field. Penalties and turnovers were detrimental to San Francisco’s ability to overcome the weather.

San Francisco’s defense was dominant in the first half as they forced Justin Fields and the Bears offense into numerous three and outs.

Talanoa Hufanga intercepted Fields on the Bears second possession as he read the deep ball over the middle where Fields overthrew his receiver.

The 49ers (0-1) drew first blood in the second quarter. Hybrid receiver-back Deebo Samuel concluded a seven play, 52-yard drive when he rushed for a six-yards touchdown on an end around handoff from quarterback Tre Lance.

Samuel had fumbled the ball on the 49ers first drive that was the beginning of the missed opportunities San Francisco experienced throughout the game.

Chicago (1-0) tried for a field goal just before halftime but were flagged when they used a towel on the field to try sop up some of the water, which is illegal to do. The 15-yard penalty took them out of field goal range and then ended up punting to end the half.

San Francisco started the second half off with a promising drive. However, it stalled at the Bears 18-yard line as Lance was sacked on third down and they had to settle for a 25-yard field goal by Robbie Gould instead of being able to double its lead.

“You don’t win a lot of games when you miss those opportunities to put a game away. Not to take anything away from them (Chicago), I’m disappointed in some of the silly mistakes we did to ourselves,” 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan said after the game.

The second half was a flip of the script. Chicago’s defense became the dominating force and didn’t allow San Francisco to score the rest of the game.

The Bears’ offense came alive late in the third quarter. Fields made a play where he scrambled out of the pocket to the right then to the left before finding a wide open Dante Pettis down the right sideline. Pettis raced in the rest of the way for a 51-yard touchdown reception to cut the lead to 10-7.

Chicago gained its first lead early in the fourth quarters. Fields led a 10 play 84-yard drive when he found Equanimeous St. Brown for an 18-yard touchdown with 12:45 remaining. Kicker Cairo Santos missed the extra point as the Bears led 13-10.

Lance was intercepted by Eddie Jackson on the next 49ers’ possession when he telegraphed a pass over the middle intended for Jauan Jennnings. Jackson returned the ball 26 yards to the 49ers 21 yard line.

Chicago cashed in the turnover when Khalil Herbert rushed for a three-yard touchdown to put the game out of reach despite Santos second missed extra point.

“Whenever you let a team hang around, it’s not gonna be good,” offensive tackle Trent Williams said.

It was a difficult game for Lance, who finished 13 of 28 for 164 yards, no touchdowns and one interception. Lance led the team in rushing with 54 yards on 13 carries. His best carry was on a 3rd and 13 where he rushed for 13 yards to get the first down.

Jennings led San Francisco in receiving with four catches for 62 yards. Both Samuel and Brandon Aiyuk only had two catches a piece respectively.

Field finished the game 8 of 17 for 121 yards, two touchdowns and one interception. He also added 28 yards on the ground.

GAME NOTES: San Francisco finished 8-for-17 on third down conversions. Chicago was 5-for-14.

INJURY UPDATE: San Francisco suffered two keys injuries during the game. Running back Elijah Mitchell left the game in the first half with a knee injury. Defensive tackle Javon Kinlaw suffered an ankle injury in the first quarter and also didn’t return. Both player will be evaluated on Monday.

UP NEXT: San Francisco returns to Santa Clara for their home opener against the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday 9/18 at 1:05pm at Levi’s Stadium.

San Francisco 49ers podcast with Joe Hawkes: Kittle says he might be able to get into today’s game; Lance gets his big chance in opener today

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San Francisco 49ers quarterback Trey Lance (5) takes the reigns of starting quarterback and quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo (10) will be back up as the season kicks off Sun Sep 11, 2022 at Soldier Field in Chicago (AP News photo)

On the 49ers podcast with J Hawkes:

#1 San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle says there is a chance he could play in today’s game in Chicago against the Bears. Kittle was injured during practice on Monday and not practiced since.

#2 The notice that Kittle could be available was a surprise considering players who are ruled out and who miss the last two full practices before a game could be eligible to play.

#3 Joe, taking a look at other injuries on the team, offensive linesman Daniel Brunskill is suffering a hamstring injury and has been ruled out of today’s game.

#4 Dre Greenlaw who has an elbow injury can see action today he practiced this week on a limited basis.

#5 Trey Lance gets his first full season as named starting quarterback is he as ready as he’ll ever be? or again is this a test to see if he can fulfill being the named starting quarterback?

Join Joe Hawkes for the 49ers podcasts each Sunday at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

Las Vegas Raiders podcast with Rich Perez: Adams looking forward to seeing how team chemistry works this Sunday in LA

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Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Devante Adams takes a selfie with Allegiant Stadium fans in Las Vegas on Fri Aug 26, 2022 in a game against the New England Patriots during pre season action. Devante met with the press on Wednesday and talked about his hopes for the 2022 season. (AP News photo)

On the Raiders podcast with Rich:

#1 Devante Adams said that the team is curious to see what they have out on the field since the pre season process is behind them and opening day in Los Angeles is in front of them.

#2 Adams said that it’s not going to be a dice roll and the team hasn’t been there together yet so there is measure of chemistry and Adams said he’s looking forward to seeing what the team can do this Sunday in LA.

#3 Adams said that he was excited about getting that jersey dirty and wearing the silver and black is an honor and it’ll be fun out there.

#4 Adams talked about the offense and that with the personnel that they have it’s hard not to be balanced. Adams said based on who the team plays on any given Sunday it won’t be the same but Adams said there is a lot of versatility with the running backs and receivers.

#5 The Raiders face division rival the Los Angeles Chargers knowing what quarterback Justin Herbert can do with an offense talk about how the Raiders defense can keep him under pressure this Sunday?

Rich Perez does the Las Vegas Raiders podcasts Fridays or Saturdays at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

San Francisco 49ers podcast with Marko Ukalovic: 49ers politics at play for Santa Clara’s Mayoral race; Bosa one of the most powerful pass rushers in the NFL

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Santa Clara Mayor Lisa Gillmor will be running against City Councilman Anthony Becker for mayor this November. The 49ers have contributed $750,000 to Becker’s campaign. (The Business Journal file photo)

On the 49ers podcast with Marko:

#1 Marko, the Santa Clara City Council who voted to approve accepting $1.6 million to settle stadium disputes with the San Francisco 49ers over city maintenance issues will have city councilman Anthony Becker running for Mayor against current Mayor Lisa Gillmor. This race is garnering publicity because of the F bomb filled debate language used by city councilman Becker before voting on accepting the 49ers offer to settle the dispute.

#2 There are Santa Clara City residents who did not want the 49ers to move to Santa Clara in the first place and are still steamed about traffic and noise issues will the voters vote for Gillmor as a protest vote against Becker.

#3 Onto the 49ers on the field for this Sunday in Chicago: 49ers pass rusher Nick Bosa has been like locomotive train and according to the Los Angeles Rams left tackle Andrew Whitworth he said Bosa has shocking strength for a 21 year old to be that powerful.

#4 Marko, linebacker Fred Warner was noted as being one of the quietest players but now is a very vocal team leader how important is he to the 49ers core of veterans?

#5 The Niners open the season with the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field Sunday how do you see the 49ers defense going up against quarterback Justin Herbert and the offensive line?

Join Marko for the 49ers podcasts Fridays right here at http://www.sportsadioservice.com