Derrick Deese was a standout offensive lineman for the San Francisco 49ers for 10 seasons and a member of the 1994 championship team. Deese joins Al and Zain to talk about his career, teammates, Eddie Debartolo, Kyle Shanahan, and gives his thoughts on Terrell Owens being snubbed from the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
Al and Zain also discuss the 49ers' latest loss, a 20-10 defeat at the hands of the Arizona Cardinals and what it means for the team going forward. What has Shanahan done wrong as a rookie head coach? When will quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo play? When will the 49ers extend his contract?
How 49ers teammates helped Brock Purdy navigate contract talks
By David Bonilla
8 hrs
Brock Purdy entered contract negotiations with the San Francisco 49ers fully aware that the business side of the NFL can be ruthless, and uncertain that a deal would come together quickly. Fortunately, the process went smoothly. Both sides agreed to a five-year, $265 million...
'A huge blessing': Brock Purdy on his $265M deal, leading 49ers revival
By David Bonilla
May 21
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy spoke to reporters on Wednesday after inking a five-year, $265 million contract extension with the team. Reflecting on his NFL journey, Purdy recalled being a young fan watching legends like Peyton Manning, Drew Brees, and Tom Brady,...
49ers escape spotlight as Hard Knocks focuses on Bills and NFC East in 2025
By Site Staff
May 21
HBO and NFL Films are gearing up for the latest installments of the acclaimed Hard Knocks series. Fortunately for head coach Kyle Shanahan, the San Francisco 49ers—and the rest of the NFC West—have avoided the spotlight this year.
Instead, fans will get an inside...
Brock Purdy Deal: I Didn't Panic, and Neither Did the 49ers
By Jack Stewart
May 19
The Faithful have experienced considerable contract stress throughout general manager John Lynch's tenure. Yes, deals get done, contracts get signed, holdouts are relatively short, and there has never been bad blood between the players and management.
That said, we have all...
