On this episode of "49ers Talk," co-hosts Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss their biggest takeaways from San Francisco's second week of its offseason program. Veteran defensive end Nick Bosa has embraced the role of mentor to the 49ers' young linemen, especially first-round draft pick Mykel Williams, who has looked every bit the part in practice. Also, Matt and Jennifer revisit backup quarterback Mac Jones' 2021 draft night and his journey to joining the 49ers, where he feels he can best develop.

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(5:00) Bosa enjoying mentorship of young D-linemen, especially Williams
(8:00) The 2025 NFL rookie class seems the least entitled – has NIL-era led to this "type" of draftee?
(21:00) Mac Jones has unique connection to 49ers QB coach Mick Lombardi
(22:00) Revisiting 49ers' 2021 NFL Draft interest in Jones at No. 3
(26:00) Why Jones should be able to thrive with 49ers

NBC Sports football analyst Chris Simms joins "49ers Talk" host Matt Maiocco to break down San Francisco and quarterback Brock Purdy. Simms' annual QB countdown assesses the NFL's top signal-callers and where they stand in the position group. Simms details what goes into his evaluation of quarterbacks and the attributes Purdy possesses that traditional metrics might not track. Also, Jennifer Lee Chan joins Matt to analyze how the impending addition of edge rusher Bryce Huff from the Philadelphia Eagles might affect the newly retooled defensive line.

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(2:00) 49ers make interesting trade with Eagles for DE Huff
(10:00) 49ers trying to reestablish successful defensive identity
(12:00) Will Saleh ask more from linebackers (especially Warner) in pass rush?
(20:00) Why Simms likes 49ers' offseason transformation
(30:00) Simms compares backup Mac Jones to former Shanahan QB Matt Schaub
(33:00) What is Simms process in ranking NFL QBs?
(39:00) Purdy top 6-7 NFL QB in intangibles that can’t be graded with metrics
(43:00) Why Simms expects bounce-back 2025 season from Purdy

Fresh off of inking three franchise cornerstones the 49ers are riding a wave of momentum in Santa Clara during their first week of offseason activities. The positivity was noticeable and offered a stark contrast to last year's drama-filled offseason. NBC Sports Bay Area's Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss this discernible pivot from last season as well as other important storylines heading into the first week of 49ers OTA's.

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(1:00) 49ers looking enthusiastic in OTA’s – a stark contrast to last season’s vibes
2:00) The 49ers have turned a page and these new big contracts have set the stage for a new chapter
(5:00) Jennings looks like a No.1 WR, chemistry between him and Purdy very apparent
(12:00) Brock Purdy’s worth from a national, local perspective
(14:30) Ricky Pearsall injured again for second 49ers offseason program – misses rest of OTA’s and upcoming minicamp
(21:00) The 49ers have given new special teams coordinator Brant Boyer the green light to make massive changes
(23:00) Are the 49ers creating a whole new environment for kicker Jake Moody to succeed?