With some big-name NFL players pushing for trades or entering the free-agent market fray, will the 49ers swing big or build their roster around the margins of an already established contender? Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan analyze how the 49ers should go about piecing together their roster and whether the emphasis should be on free agency or the draft. Also, with Deebo Samuel's trade request over the weekend, Matt and Jennifer discuss the possible destinations he could land and what type of compensation the 49ers could expect. Lastly, with a successful blueprint in place, will the 49ers take notes from the NFC rival Eagles and Rams in bolstering their defensive line, or will their priority rest on building their offensive line first?

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1:00) Gus Bradley joins 49ers' staff as No. 2 to Robert Saleh
5:45 Major sticking point in potential Deebo trade is his contract situation
7:45 Possible destinations for Deebo Samuel: Bills, Chargers, Commanders, Texans, Broncos; depends on fit
(16:00) Jed York continues tone of support, confidence in Shanahan and Purdy over SB weekend
(21:00) What's the market for Dre Greenlaw? 49ers make most sense, reunion with Ryans intriguing
(30:00) Should the 49ers forgo big-name, big-money targets in lieu of targeting affordable options through the draft and will they focus those draft efforts on the D-line or O-line?

Super Bowl LIX wasn't the only big NFL news on Sunday, as 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel reportedly requested a trade during his exit meeting with Kyle Shanahan in January. Deebo and his agent also reportedly were granted permission to seek a trade partner to facilitate the deal. Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan break down Samuel's time with the team from his All-Pro 2021 season to his dip in production since signing a three-year extension that started with a very public hold-out. Matt and Jennifer discuss what the ramifications of moving on from Deebo are, both contractually and from a roster-construction standpoint. The 2025 49ers wide receivers room no doubt will be different this coming season. Who will they sign? Who will step up? Matt and Jennifer attempt to answer those tough questions on this episode of 49ers Talk.

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(1:00) Recapping lopsided Super Bowl LIX outcome
(5:00) Deebo has requested a trade before – this request feels different - 49ers willing to deal
(9:00) Might be best for the 49ers to move on, Deebo's request takes pressure off 49ers to instigate trade
(17:00) Where does the 49ers' WR room stand without Deebo in 2025?
(29:00) With NFL Combine coming up, could it be favorable environment to kick-start trade talks, Purdy extension?

With the eyes of the NFL world centered on the Super Bowl in New Orleans, the 49ers personnel department is focused on free agency, the draft, and most importantly, Brock Purdy's looming extension. Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss how this potentially mammoth deal could fit into the 49ers' overall offseason plan. Also, Pro Football Hall of Fame quarterback Peyton Manning weighs in on the impact a huge contract can have on a young player and the responsibility they have once a franchise makes that big of a commitment. Later, Matt unveils his post-Senior Bowl mock draft and the surprising player he has the 49ers taking with the No.11 pick. Additionally, Matt and Jennifer dive into roster construction, will the 49ers inquire about Cleveland's defensive end Myles Garrett? Plus, what is Kyle Juszczyk's future in the final year of his contract.

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(1:00) George Kittle receives NFL Salute to Service Award on fourth nomination, to be honored at ceremony
(8:00) JLC interview with Peyton Manning at Pro Bowl weekend (How extension could impact Brock Purdy)
(24:00) Myles Garrett trade request, what would Cleveland ask for in compensation?
(32:00) Kyle Juszczyk's future entering the final year of his contract
(36:00) Matt unveils his post-Senior Bowl mock draft pick at No.11 for 49ers
(41:00) Will the 49ers address the offensive line in the draft, rare those picks immediately pay off, Dominick Puni an outlier