San Francisco 49ers Draft podcast David Zizmor Sun Apr 27, 2025: Niners hoping Williams to pile up the sacks and pass rushing for rookie season; plus rest of draft pick review

Georgia Bulldogs lineman Mykel Williams (13) seen here playing against Florida in the second half on Sat Nov 2, 2024. Williams was selected as the 11th pick by the San Francisco 49ers on Thu Apr 24, 2025. (AP News photo)

San Francisco 49ers Draft podcast David Zizmor:

#1 David talk about the San Francisco 49ers top draft pick Mykel Williams who had 14 sacks in three seasons for the Georgia Bulldogs. Williams played on the Georgia defensive line and had success with getting to the quarterbacks.

#2 Williams is considered somewhat of a gamble when it comes to the pass rush but his two best games came against the Texas Longhorns and offensive tackle Kelvin Banks Jr. Banks was the ninth overall pick for the New Orleans Saints. Williams against the Longhorns had four sacks out of five attempts. Will he be the kind of pass rusher that the 49ers expect him to be?

#3 David will have you now go down the list of the rest of the 49ers selections for the 2025 draft.

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

San Francisco 49ers podcast with David Zizmor: 49ers motivated to sign Purdy as soon as possible; Shanahan makes coaching moves

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) walks off the field after losing to the Detroit Lions Sun Jan 5, 2025 at Levi Stadium (AP News photo)

On the San Francisco 49ers podcast with David:

#1 The 49ers made it no secret they are anxious to sign quarterback Brock Purdy. Purdy’s base salary for 2024 was $985,000. Purdy could get signed for a nine year $50 million deal. Purdy said this is the first time he’s been through the negotiation process but considering it’s his first time those are some good numbers he’s working with.

#2 The 49ers have made some coaching moves today, Clay Kubiak was elevated to defensive coordinator, Nick Sorenson is out from being defensive coordinator has not been fired by the 49ers but will work as an assistant in another position, Brian Schneider was fired as special teams coordinator.

#3 The 49ers released defensive tackle Javon Hargrave talk about Hargrave’s release and was it expected.

David Zizmor is the 49ers analyst for http://www.sportsradioservice.com

San Francisco 49ers podcast with David Zizmor: Suspending Campbell rather than releasing him saves 49ers money in base salary

San Francisco De’Vondre Campbell (59) has been suspended for three games after refusing to get into the game against the Los Angeles Rams last Thu Dec 12, 2024 at Levi Stadium in Santa Clara. He will not be released by the team. (AP News photo)

On the San Francisco 49ers podcast with David Zizmor:

#1 On the suspension of linebacker De’Vondre Campbell for the rest of the season by not releasing him the 49ers save $261,666 which is his base salary for the three games that he’s suspended out of his $3.35 million signing bonus. Campbell is signed for one season at $5 million.

#2 In terms of the team is concerned how surprised or shocked did this effect the team that Campbell wasn’t going into the game.

#3 Sun Dec 22 the 49ers (6-8) are in Miami for a 1:25pm PST kick off. The Dolphins (6-8) are 4-3 at home and the 49ers are 2-4 on the road. How do you see this match up this Sunday?

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

San Francisco 49ers podcast with David Zizmor: Chicago Bears might be best chance for Niners to get back in win column

For most of the game on Sun Dec 1, 2024 San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy was lost in the snow flurries against the Buffalo Bills at Highmark Stadium in Orchard Park (AP News photo)

On the San Francisco 49ers podcast with David Zizmor:

#1 David, should head coach Kyle Shanahan had benched Christian McCaffrey for the game in Buffalo on Sunday Night Football. As it were he had to leave with a knee injury that ends his season?

# 2 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy threw for only 94 yards and couldn’t get adjusted to the snowy conditions of Orchard Park was this a game where the weather made it tough for Purdy or has he been losing his touch like in the last few games?

#3 The 49ers have failed to make up 300 yards or more on offense in their last three games which were all loses. They now host the Chicago Bears who have lost six in a row and come into Levi Stadium with a 4-8 record can the 49ers who are snake bitten with injuries overcome and beat the Bears this Sunday.

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

San Francisco 49ers podcast with David Zizmor: Can Shanahan get Niners ready against the Packers?; Has SF’s fire got turned down a notch or two?

San Francisco 49ers head coach taking some tough questions after the loss to the Seattle Seahawks at Levi Stadium on Sun Nov 17, 2024 (AP News photo)

San Francisco 49ers podcast with David Zizmor:

#1 Dave, how much impact to the defense did it have with Nick Bosa out of the line up and how many flaws could you see in the defense on Sunday?

#2 Talk about the impact that running Christian McCaffrey is having on the offense who is struggling and is not playing like his old self. Is he still trying to work through his past injuries that had slowed him down.

#3 The 49ers are in Green Bay this Sunday. The Packers are rolling they have won five of their last six games and defeated the Bears in their last game in a close one 20-19. Will the 49ers have their hands full this Sunday against the Pack at the Frozen Tundra?

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

San Francisco 49ers podcast with David Zizmor: Lenoir inked to 5 year extension for $92 million; Will Hufanga leave Niners for Saints?; plus more news

San Francisco 49ers cornerback Demmodore Lenoir goes airborne after making an interception against the Dallas Cowboys at Levi Stadium in Santa Clara on Sun Oct 27, 2024 (AP News photo)

On the San Francisco 49ers podcast with David Zizmor:

#1 San Francisco cornerback Demmodore Lenoir was seeking an extension but the 49ers were not in a rush to extend Lenoir. Then it was in these last nine games that Lenoir turned it a notch with 53 tackles, one forced fumble, and two interceptions. Lenoir also has a 66.5 passer rating when in the vicinity of being the nearest defender. The 49ers awarded Lenoir with a $92 million five year deal.

#2 San Francisco 49ers safety Talanoa Hufanga is in the trade rumor mill as going to the New Orleans Saints. The Saints are hurting at safety and Hufanga is someone that the Saints are looking for to be that piece in the puzzle. Hufanga is expected back this season after missing 2023 and part of this season. Hufanga. Hufanga in 2022 was an all pro. Hufanga’s stats overall are seven interceptions, 14 passes defensed, two forced fumbles, two sacks, 189 combine tackles and seven of those were for a loss.

#3 The 49ers who are coming off a 23-20 in Tampa Bay last Sunday face Seattle Seahawks Sun Nov 17 at Levi Stadium. The Seahawks are 4-5, are a struggling bunch they have lost five of their last six games. There last game against the Los Angeles Rams they were defeated 26-20. Kick off is at 1:05pm PST in Santa Clara how do you see this match up?

David Zizmor is the San Francisco 49ers analyst at http://www.sportsradioservice.com

San Francisco 49ers podcast with David Zizmor: Purdy ready to battle Buccaneers Sunday in Tampa Bay

San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch watches his players in a drill during camp in Santa Clara on Mon Jul 31st, 2023 (AP News file)

On the SF 49ers podcast with David Zizmor:

#1 Dave, the 49ers getting their last win against the Dallas Cowboys 30-24 a close game and Brock Purdy put up some good numbers at quarterback 18-26 for 260 yards, and one touchdown. How do you see Purdy matching up against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers defense this Sunday?

#2 49ers general manager John Lynch said that running back Christian McCaffrey could come off the injury list soon. Lynch said that McCaffrey has passed every test in their plan. During the bye week McCaffrey stayed and worked with the trainers. McCaffrey has been on the injured list since Sep 14th when he injured his with bilateral Achilles tendinitis.

#3 There is talk that 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy could wind up being one of the NFL’s top paid quarterbacks. The question is would Purdy make in the neighborhood of $50, $55, $60, or $65 million and if Purdy has the same type of second half like he did like in the first half he could fetch for those dollar amounts.

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

San Francisco 49ers podcast with David Zizmor: Bosa stirs controversy with MAGA hat; Ward mourns loss of 1 year old daughter

San Francisco 49ers Nick Bosa pointing at his MAGA hat on live TV while standing behind teammates quarterback Brock Purdy (13), tight end George Kittle (85), cornerback Renardo Green (31), stirred controversy trying to make a political statement after the 49ers-Dallas Cowboys game at Levi Stadium in Santa Clara on Sun Oct 27, 2024 (AP News photo)

SF 49ers podcast with David Zizmor:

#1 David how much will the MAGA hat of San Francisco 49ers Nick Bosa wore after the 49ers beat the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday Night Football have on the team it’s been the drum beat of social media and has taken front and center. Some criticize it’s alright that he can wear the MAGA hat but it’s not alright for ex 49er quarterback Colin Kaepernick not be able to express his protest against racial discrimination. How do you see it?

# 2 The 49ers Charvarius Ward is mourning the loss of his one year old daughter who passed away on Monday. Amani Joy Ward had battled heart issues since birth and even had open heart surgery on Apr 11, 2013. Amani was born six months premature and had down syndrome.

#3 The 49ers have a bye this Sunday how important is that for Christian McCaffrey who just got back in the line up last week and Deebo Samuel who just got over pneumonia.

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

San Francisco 49ers podcast with David Zizmor: Major injuries in 49ers line up can they still handle Cowboys Sunday?

San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk (11) was injured on this played when he was hit by Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Trent McDuffie (left) and and safety Chamarri Conner (right) tearing Aiyuk’s MCL and ACL on Sun Oct 20, 2024 at Levi Stadium in Santa Clara. Aiyuk will miss the rest of the 2024 season. (AP News photo)

On the SF 49ers podcast with David Zizmor:

#1 San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel was released from the hospital after contracting pneumonia. Samuel was hospitalized at a local hospital. Samuel was in for four plays against the Kansas City Chiefs last Sunday before he left the game and went to the hospital. 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan is not sure if Samuel will be able to play against the Dallas Cowboys this Sunday.

#2 David, talk about Brandon Aiyuk who looked like he was hit in the legs on a play where he tore his ACL and MCL which will require surgery and force Aiyuk out for the rest of the season. 48 seconds into the second quarter received the injury when 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy got a pass between Kansas City defensive backs Chamarri Conner and Trent McDuffie which Aiyuk caught for a 15 yard gain. as Conner and McDuffie closed in on Aiyuk the hit hyperextended his knee.

#3 The 49ers now host the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday Night Football for a 5:20pm PT kick off at Levi Stadium. The Cowboys got clobbered in their last game against the Detroit Lions 47-9 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington. The Cowboys just couldn’t stop Detroit’s offense and couldn’t get any traction against their defense. Considering some of the 49ers key injuries could this one end up being a close game in Santa Clara.

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

San Francisco 49ers podcast with David Zizmor: Warner made the difference with his interception return

San Francisco 49ers linebacker Fred Warner (54) returns an interception in first half action at Levi Stadium on Sun Sep 29, 2024 (AP News photo)

On the San Francisco 49ers podcast with David Zizmor:

#1 Dave, San Francisco 49ers Fred Warner returned a interception for a touchdown and quarterback Brock Purdy threw for a touchdown. Warner’s touchdown helped the 49ers in their 30-13 win at Levi Stadium on Sunday.

#2 Dave, after losing two straight games how much does this build confidence for winning in a game like that against the Patriots.

#3 The 49ers host the Arizona Cardinals at Levi Stadium. The Cardinals got a whooping from the Washington Commanders on Sunday 42-14. Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray threw for 142 yard, went 16-22, and threw for one touchdown. Should this be another easy opportunity for the 49ers this Sunday?

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