Striking Gold: A 49ers Pod
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Striking Gold is dedicated to covering the San Francisco 49ers. Rob Lowder of Blue Wire gives down-to-earth analysis of the five-time Super Bowl Champions.
Episodes
- Reaction: 49ers 2026 NFL Schedule Revealed!
Rob Lowder and Kyle Posey review the 2026 49ers schedule. The episode covers aspects like rest differential, travel demands, challenging game sequences, and win/loss projections.
- How the 49ers Stack Up Against the NFC
Rob Lowder and Kyle Posey discuss the 49ers' position within the NFC, considering their offseason moves as the 2026 schedule release approaches.
- 49ers Rookie Projections for the 2026 Season and Beyond
Rob Lowder and Kyle Posey discuss the projected roles and impact of the 49ers' rookie class for the 2026 season and beyond, evaluating their potential to be starters, role players, or depth contributors.
- Takeaway Time! 49ers NFL Draft Edition
Rob Lowder and Kyle Posey discuss the 49ers' 2026 NFL Draft class, addressing comments, questions, and concerns from listeners.
- Reaction: 49ers' 2026 NFL Draft class is complete!
Rob Lowder and Kyle Posey discuss the 49ers' 2026 NFL Draft class, covering all eight selections, fan responses, and how each player fits the roster as a rookie.
- Live Reaction: 49ers make three picks on Day 2 of NFL Draft
Kyle Posey and Rob Lowder react to the 49ers' three picks on Day 2 of the NFL Draft, which included another trade back. You'll get the live reaction and our breakdown in the moment, as each pick happened. Check it out on YouTube: @TheStrik…
- Live: 49ers trade out of Round 1 of NFL Draft, options for Round 2
Kyle Posey and Rob Lowder react to the 49ers' first-round, which included two different trades, landing them with the first pick in the 2nd round. What options are still on the board? That became the discussion once it was clear the 49ers…
- 49ers NFL Draft Q&A...on YouTube!
Surprise! We're on YouTube: @TheStrikingGoldPodcast . Kyle Posey and Rob Lowder answer all of 49ers comments, questions and concerns just days ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft. We're almost there!
- Annual 49ers Mock NFL Draft: Top 30 Visits Only!
Rob Lowder joins John Chapman again on the 49ers Rush podcast for their annual tradition of crafting a 49ers mock NFL Draft utilizing only the players brought to San Francisco for a Top 30 visit. It gets weird, but it's almost guaranteed w…
- Temp check! Hot, warm and cold NFL Draft prospects for the 49ers
We're one week away from the 2026 NFL Draft. Kyle Posey and Rob Lowder discuss the prospects that they find hot, warm or cold in every round for the 49ers.
- Risky or Safe? 49ers Rush mock NFL Draft crossover
Rob Lowder joins John Chapman on the 49ers Rush podcast for an interesting take on NFL Draft content: creating two concurrent mock drafts with risky and safe picks. Which do you prefer for the 49ers?
- 49ers mock NFL Draft scenario mayhem
Kyle Posey and Rob Lowder utilize a mock NFL Draft simulator to work through the different scenarios based on where the 49ers go with pick No. 27 and beyond. Let's get weird!
- Matt Barrows joins to break down the 49ers' NFL Draft plans
The Athletic's Matt Barrows - esteemed 49ers beat writer - joins Rob to take a detailed dive into the team's' NFL Draft plans. The pair discuss the most likely direction for the 49ers in the first round, other positions of need and who Mat…
- Kyle Shanahan, John Lynch drop 49ers nuggets from NFL Owners Meeting
Kyle Posey was on the ground in Arizona for the annual NFL Owners Meetings. He and Rob Lowder break down comments made by John Lynch and Kyle Shanahan and how they impact the roster, as well as the upcoming NFL Draft. Hosted by Simplecast,…
- Early Edge rusher possibilities for the 49ers in the NFL Draft
With a glaring need for additional pass rush help, Rob Lowder takes a look at the top Edge rushers that the 49ers could (and should) target in this month's NFL Draft.
- 49ers Favorites at Pick 27 of the NFL Draft
Kyle Posey and Rob Lowder offer their Top 3 prospects that, as of now, seem like realistic options for the 49ers with the 27th pick of the NFL Draft.
- Hit or miss? Complete 49ers NFL Draft review
Kyle Posey and Rob Lowder take a deep dive into the 49ers' entire draft history under John Lynch and Kyle Shanahan. Hit or miss? The pair make their choice for every single player taken since 2017.
- Takeaways! 49ers' free agency class takes shape
Takeaway time in March?! That's right! Rob reacts to all of your thoughts on the 49ers' free agency and offseason additions so far.
- Trade! 49ers land disruptive Cowboys DT Osa Odighizuwa
The 49ers made another splash at the opening of the NFL's new league year, trading for standout Cowboys DT Osa Odighizuwa. Kyle Posey and Rob Lowder break down the move, the fit and impact of adding the disruptive Odighizuwa to their defen…
- 49ers land star WR Mike Evans
The 49ers made a splash on Day 1 of the NFL free agency's early negotiating window, agreeing to a three-year deal with former Bucs star receiver Mike Evans. Kyle Posey and Rob Lowder discuss the details, the fit, the projection and the sur…
- Final 49ers Free Agency Frenzy Foretaste
Rob takes one last look at the top 100-and-something NFL free agents on the eve of free agency from a 49ers point of eve.
- 49ers roster rundown: Is the secondary good enough? Oh, and re-sign Eddy Piñeiro
Kyle Posey and Rob Lowder break down the final episode of the roster rundown series, discussing a secondary that could use an upgrade, and a special teams unit headline by standout kicker Eddy Piñeiro.
- 49ers roster rundown: A front seven in need
Kyle Posey and Rob Lowder continue their 49ers roster rundown series, moving to the defensive side of the ball to break down a front seven that is filled with injuries, uncertainty and in need of reinforcements.
- 49ers roster rundown: Trent Williams and Mac Jones front and center
Kyle Posey and Rob Lowder continue their 49ers roster rundown series, discussing the offensive line and quarterback positions. At the forefront is star left tackle Trent Williams, with news of a possible contract dispute, and Mac Jones, th…
- 49ers roster needs ahead of NFL Combine, free agency
The NFL Combine has begun and free agency is just weeks away. Rob Lowder breaks down the 49ers' extensive rosters needs as John Lynch and Kyle Shanahan enter a critical offseason to restock their roster.
- 49ers roster rundown: Reinforcements required at running back and tight end
Kyle Posey and Rob Lowder continue their 49ers roster rundown series, discussing the imminent need for reinforcements behind aging stars at both running back and tight end.
- 49ers roster rundown: Desperate for downfield threats
Kyle Posey and Rob Lowder begin their 49ers roster rundown series, starting with the position group in the most need of downfield reinforcements: wide receivers.
- The slap in the face the 49ers needed
The 49ers got to watch as their divisional rival Seahawks won the Super Bowl in their stadium and celebrated in their locked room. Rob discusses why that's exactly what the 49ers organization needed and how to close a gap that's not as wid…
- The Raheem Morris pod: 49ers' new defensive coordinator
Kyle Posey and Rob Lowder break down the 49ers' new defensive coordinator, Raheem Morris, and what we should expect from both scheme and personnel in 2026.
- 49ers hire former Falcons head coach Raheem Morris as defensive coordinator
Rob breaks down the 49ers' weekend addition of former Falcons head coach Raheem Morris as defensive coordinator, and some of the questions that come to mind on his fit under Kyle Shanahan.
- Brandon Aiyuk's time is up: 49ers GM John Lynch and HC Kyle Shanahan review 2025
Kyle Posey and Rob Lowder break down the end-of-the-year presser from 49ers GM John Lynch and HC Kyle Shanahan. The pair talk Brandon AIyuk, injuries, the future of the defensive coordinator position and more.
- Takeaway Season Finale! 49ers’ magic finally runs out
It's our season finale of Takeaway Time! Rob breaks down all of your thoughts on the 49ers' blowout loss to the Seahawks. An overmatched 49ers from the start, a reality check moving forward, changes needed in the offseason and some much-ne…
- Fred Warner?! Could 49ers star linebacker return against Seahawks? Playoff preview
Kyle Posey and Rob Lowder give their thoughts on the talk of the town: Could Fred Warner return against the Seahawks?! The 49ers' star linebacker is back at practice, and signs are definitely worth discussing. Let's talk playoffs!
- Playoff takeaways! 49ers do it for George, stun Eagles in Philly
It's Playoff Takeaway Time! Rob breaks down all of your thoughts on the 49ers' thrilling win over the defending Super Bowl Champion Eagles. A spectacular defense, unlikely heroes, Brock Purdy's stubbornness, a heart-breaking loss amongst t…
- Playoffs?! 49ers vs Eagles Wild Card preview
Kyle Posey and Rob Lowder briefly talk the 49ers' loss to the Seahawks, then turn their attention to their Wild Card matchup against the defending Super Bowl champion Eagles on Sunday.
- Takeaways! 49ers smothered by Seahawks, Wild Card matchup awaits
It's Takeaway Time! Rob breaks down all of your thoughts on the 49ers' disappointing loss to the Seahawks with the No. 1 seed on the line. An abysmal offense, a surprisingly game defense, some luck both ways, injuries that continue to moun…
- It's here: 49ers vs Seahawks for the No. 1 seed
Kyle Posey and Rob Lowder talk the 49ers' win over the Bears, the now simplified playoff picture and how San Francisco matches up against their division rival Seahawks for their Week 18 matchup and the No. 1 seed.
- Takeaways! 49ers win all-time thriller over Bears
It's Takeaway Time! Rob breaks down all of your takeaways from San Francisco's 42-38 thriller over the Bears to keep their hopes alive for the No. 1 seed alive. Brock Purdy continues to thrive, the defense does -just- enough, injuries agai…
- Appreciating 49ers' win over Colts with Bears in mind
Kyle Posey and Rob Lowder continue to break down the 49ers' impressive win over the Colts, as well as the challenges they face against the Chicago Bears on Sunday night.
- Takeaways! Brock Purdy, 49ers offense steamroll the Colts
It's Takeaway Time! Rob breaks down all of your takeaways from San Francisco's 48-27 win over the Colts. Brock Purdy outstanding, the offense firing on all cylinders, defense struggles but finds a way to call game, plus more!
- What we've learned over 49ers' win streak, Colts preview
Kyle Posey and Rob Lowder give their thoughts on what we've learned about these late-season 49ers over their four-game win streak, and how they might fare over a three-game, end-of-season stretch against playoff caliber teams.
- Takeaways! Offense outshines defense in 49ers' win over Titans
It's Takeaway Time! Rob breaks down all of your takeaways from San Francisco's 34-24 win over the Titans. Brock Purdy looks great, the defense looks vulnerable, challenging weeks ahead and Ricky Pearsall shines, albeit leaves injured again…
- Defining the 49ers' playoff reality ahead of Titans
Kyle Posey of Niners Nation joins Rob on the show to break down the 49ers' growing playoff reality and who the team will continue to rely on down the stretch, starting with the Titans.
- How the 49ers match up: Taking stock on the bye week
Kyle Posey of Niners Nation joins Rob on the show during the bye week to break down the 49ers' roster, its strengths and weaknesses, and who the 49ers can match up against in the playoffs.
- Takeaways! 49ers outclass Browns in Cleveland
It's Takeaway Time! Rob breaks down all of your takeaways from San Francisco's 26-8 win over the Browns. Brock Purdy keeps it clean, the defense dominates and special teams continues to provide an edge; It's all in here!
- Is it 2023? Brock Purdy, Brandon Aiyuk and 49ers vs Browns
Kyle Posey of Niners Nation joins Rob on the show to break down what makes Brock Purdy tick, how he can improve, the Brandon Aiyuk situation and a tricky matchup against the Browns in Cleveland.
- Takeaways! Brock Purdy struggles as 49ers smother Panthers
It's Takeaway Time! Rob breaks down all of your takeaways from San Francisco's 21-9 win over the Panthers. A sloppy game from Brock Purdy, a dominant defense, Christian McCaffrey continues to shine and a cheap shot to Jauan Jennings; It's…
- 49ers playoff picture takes shape versus Panthers
Kyle Posey of Niners Nation joins Rob on the show to break down the 49ers' performance against the Cardinals and how injuries continue to shape the roster. The pair also break down the 49ers' matchup against the Panthers and take another q…
- Takeaways! 49ers dominate Cardinals in Brock Purdy's return
It's Takeaway Time! Rob breaks down all of your takeaways from San Francisco's 41-22 win over the Cardinals. Brock Purdy makes his return, Christian McCaffrey continues to score and an up and down defense; It's all in here!
- Brock's back?! The 49ers' QB situation, playoff outlook and Cardinals preview
Kyle Posey of Niners Nation joins Rob on the show to break down the expected return of Brock Purdy to the 49ers offense and the outlook along with backup Mac Jones. The pair also break down the 49ers' playoff scenarios moving forward and p…