David, Matt, Dennis discuss the Niners season end. A look at what went awry for the Niners in the NFC championship game. Areas where the Niners need to improve. Are the Niners ready to hand the keys over to QB Trey Lance? Looming holes on the roster that need to get filled. And the Niners have lots of decisions to make. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's the Catch: A show about the San Francisco 49ers

Looking Ahead For The 49ers

The 49ers look to continue to dominate the Rams. Jimmy Garoppolo ability to squeeze the ball in tight windows. Can the 49ers d-line put pressure on QB Matt Stafford? Issues with pass protection for the 49ers. The Niners secondary is showing good adaptability. Niners looking to avoid a Stafford to Cooper Kupp connection this Sunday. And how the Niners may need to be creative on offense.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

NFC Championship Match Up Preview

David, Matt and Dennis discuss the Niners' surreal win against the Packers. Jimmy Garoppolo's injuries didn't get the best of him in Green Bay. Fred Warner firing up the defense on the sidelines. A look at the Niners special teams huge play that put the Niners in position for the win. And is this the week we see the Niners put together a full complete game?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A Monumental Win For The 49ers

David, Matt and Dennis discuss the 49ers divisional round matchup against the Packers. Injury news for the Niners. How will Jimmy Garoppolo fare in the cold weather with his injuries? Have the Packers become a rivalry for the 49ers? Can the Niners secondary show up strong against a tough Packers offense? And how the Niners offense should have a distinctive advantage over the Packers defense. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Another Classic Match Up For The 49ers

David, Matt and Dennis discuss the Niners wild-card win against the Cowboys. It was a sharp start for the Niners. A look at how the defensive line has evolved. Even though it was a win it wasn't quite the performance the Niners were hoping for. The Niners have the ability to battle through mistakes. The Niners defense finished the game without Nick Bosa and Fred Warner. And now the Niners are off to face the Packers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

49ers Take Care Of The Cowboys To Move On To The Divisional Round

David, Matt and Dennis discuss how for the first time since 1998 both the 49ers and the Cowboys are in the playoffs in the same season. The Niners found themselves on the road in their wild-card matchup against the Cowboys. Can the Niners defensive line stop the run? The Niners need to start off fast. There's pressure on Jimmy Garoppolo and Dak Prescott. How mobile quarterbacks have done damage to the Niners. Will the Cowboys attack the Niners secondary? And Trent Williams back in practice.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's An Old School Playoff Matchup

David, Matt and Dennis discuss the Niners thrilling win against the Rams. How it took the Niners some time for the Niners to figure out their rhythm. The Niners used everything they had in their comeback win. Their ability to find a way to pretty much shut down the Rams in the second half. Niners punch their way into the playoffs. Jimmy Garoppolo made big plays at key moments. And now the Niners hit the road to face the Dallas Cowboys in the NFC wild-card round.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A Jaw Dropping Week 18 For The 49ers

David, Matt and Dennis discuss Jimmy Garoppolo's return to practice. Will we see both QB's go in Week 18? Five 49ers DB's currently not available to practice. The Niners defensive front has to be physical to help out the secondary. Can the Niners replicate what they did in Week 10 against the Rams? And also how the running game will be important for the Niners against the Rams.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

49ers Find Themselves In A Must Win Game

David, Matt, Dennis discuss Trey Lance's first home start. Lance got better as the game went on. Elijah Mitchell's showing up strong in his return. Josh Norman getting pulled in the 4th quarter. Niners have to wait until the final week of the season to determine their fate in the playoffs. A look at the playoff scenarios. Which team do the Niners want to avoid? And how we're not sure yet who will get the start at QB for the Niners in Week 18. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After A Rocky Start The Niners Defeat The Texans in Week 17

David, Matt and Dennis discuss how the Niners have a chance to clinch a playoff spot this weekend. The Niners need to avoid a three-way tie. RB Elijah Mitchell likely to return against the Texans. Fans have been waiting to see Trey Lance again. How has the playbook evolved since Week 5 for Lance? And If Lance starts, how will coach Kyle Shanahan call the game? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Week 17 A For The 49ers To Clinch A Playoff Spot

David, Matt and Dennis discuss the Niners Week 16 loss to the Tennessee Titans. The Niners rolled on early but couldn't remain consistent. Despite the Titans missing key offensive lineman the Niners managed to blow it at key junctures in the game. Costly mistakes made by Jimmy Garoppolo. Missed opportunities late in the game. The Niners secondary failed miserably in the second half. The need for the Niners to eliminate the errors. And how the Niners could be on an upswing soon given their next opponent.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Titans Get The Best Of The Niners

David, Matt and Dennis discuss the Niners dominance in Week 15. Despite not playing their best game the Niners keep the Falcons on their heels. No picks thrown from Jimmy Garoppolo. Jauan Jennings has continued to fold in nicely into the receiving core. Niners trying to shape into perfect form. Are the Niners a team that other teams don't want to see in the playoffs? And a look at the things the Niners need to fix.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

49ers Had Their Way Against The Falcons

David, Matt and Dennis preview the Niners Week 15 matchup against the Falcons. Niners nicked up in the secondary. Dee Ford shut down for the season. Why the Niners will not cut Dee Ford now. The Niners need to draft a good cornerback. Nick Bosa has to be the most doubled team edge rusher in the league. And the Niners need to keep the wins coming for a chance at the playoffs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

49ers Back Home To Face The Atlanta Falcons In Week 15

David, Matt and Dennis discuss the ups and downs of the Niners overtime win. A look at Jimmy Garoppolo's performance. The Niners passing game was better than their run game against the Bengals. George Kittle's big showing. Nick Bosa's ability to find the holes in the Bengals offensive line. Jauan Jennings stepped up offensively. How the Niners show they can win in different ways. The Niners are proving they can go a long way in the playoffs. And the Niners will face a very beatable Atlanta Falcons team in Week 15. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

49ers For The Win In Overtime

David, Matt and Dennis preview 49ers vs. Bengals. How QB Joe Burrow leads the league throwing in interceptions. Niners running back health is a big concern going into Week 14. Deebo Samuel health will be a game changer for the Niners offense. Special teams need to turn it up. Niners need to avoid unnecessary penalties. And how it's still an opportunity for the Niners to make the playoffs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Niners Look To Bounce Back In The Win Column In Week 14

The Athletic's David Lombardi, Matt Barrows and former 49ers defensive end Dennis Brown come with a weekly podcast covering the San Francisco 49ers, featuring regular guests and hard-hitting analysis. You can listen to Here's The Catch twice a week at theathletic.com/heresthecatch

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Here's the Catch: A show about the San Francisco 49ers

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