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The Best in Ball Show
Welcome to the The Best in Ball Show pod! Everything football with a West Coast lean. Main coverage around the squad, San Francisco 49ers but I hit all the NFL hottest topics & news! I'm your host, Ryan Theige (aka Tige), a Cali native and football fanatic. I created this channel because it's hard to find legit people I can take seriously in this space (on local level) so I'll provide my thoughts & opinions as a knowledgeable football dude. I've been a fan my whole life & was a player until my devastating back injury that ended my run in college. I'll be sure to cover the hottest NFL stories
Episodes
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Why the 49ers Will SHOCK the Seahawks in the Divisional Round
The San Francisco 49ers are underdogs once again as they face the Seattle Seahawks in the NFL Divisional Round playoff—and history may be repeating itself. After upsetting the Eagles on the road, the 49ers vs Seahawks rivalry takes center stage with a trip to the NFC Championship on the line. In...
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Why the 49ers Will UPSET the Eagles in the Wild Card
The San Francisco 49ers travel to Philadelphia as underdogs in this NFL Wild Card playoff matchup, but the numbers and film tell a different story. In this video, I break down why the 49ers vs Eagles game sets up as a dangerous matchup for Philly and where San Francisco holds key advantages in…
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Brock Purdy Is Playing His BEST Football EVER
Brock Purdy is playing the best football of his career, and the NFL is officially on notice. Over the last two games, Purdy has accounted for 10 total touchdowns (8 passing, 2 rushing) while leading the San Francisco 49ers to massive prime-time wins over the Colts on Monday Night Football and the...
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Why the 2025 SF 49ers Are the BEST Team in the NFC Right Now
The national media keeps hyping the Rams, Seahawks, Packers, Bears, and Eagles — but they’re sleeping on the real threat in the NFC: the 2025 San Francisco 49ers. In this video, I break down why the 49ers are the most complete team in the conference right now, using four pillars: elite coaching…
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Are Fans being GASLIT by 49ers on Brock Purdy's Injury?
Are the 49ers being honest about Brock Purdy’s injury? 👀 I break down why Kyle Shanahan might be sticking with Mac Jones, what’s really going on with Purdy’s turf toe, and if fans are being gaslit by the 49ers front office. Drop your thoughts in the comments — do you believe the 49ers are being...
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49ers Starting 3-0 in the BEST-WORSE Way
The San Francisco 49ers are off to a dominant 3-0 start in the 2025 NFL season, but it hasn’t been easy. Despite facing major injuries to key players, the 49ers have shown incredible resilience with young players and backups stepping up and making big plays when it matters most.In this video, I...
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WHY So Much Controversy around Brandon Aiyuk
Brandon Aiyuk, San Francisco 49ers’ star wide receiver, has sparked intense drama, splitting fans into fervent supporters and vocal critics. The saga ignited after the 49ers’ Super Bowl LVIII loss in 2024, when Aiyuk, frustrated by his contract and limited postseason role, posted cryptic social...
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Most LIKELY Outcome for Brock Purdy Contract
There's been A LOT of Brock Purdy opinions since he became the starting quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers back in his rookie year in 2022. As we know, Brock Purdy and his team is actively seeking a new contract with the team and we also know the 49ers have had some "issues" with other…
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WHY the 49ers Are Betting Favorites to Win the NFC West in 2025
Are the San Francisco 49ers the team to beat in the NFC West for the 2025 NFL season? Despite finishing last in the division last year and losing key players in free agency, the 49ers are the betting favorites across all sportsbooks to claim the NFC West title! In this video, we dive deep into…
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49ers are NOT in a "Rebuild"
Today, on this episode, we’re tackling the question: Are the 49ers in a rebuild? Cause that's what it seems like everyone is sayin. A quick news flash, the answer: No—they’re retooling. Despite a tough 6-11 season in 2024 and key departures like Dre Greenlaw (Broncos), Talanoa Hufanga (Broncos),...
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49ers Playing the Negotiating Game with Brock Purdy’s Big Extension
Are the San Francisco 49ers playing a high-stakes negotiating game with their rising star quarterback, Brock Purdy? In this video, we break down how the 49ers are pushing a narrative that there’s no guarantee a contract extension gets done—leaving fans wondering about Purdy’s future with the…
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Deebo Samuel Trade Request Makes it Easy for 49ers to MOVE ON
The 49ers offseason is in full swing as the team looks ahead to crucial decisions under Kyle Shanahan and John Lynch. With NFL news heating up around Brock Purdy's contract negotiations, the 49ers front office is carefully weighing their options while also preparing for the NFL draft. 🏈It…
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49ers BEST Possible Start to Their Offseason
I can't believe it's already Super Bowl weekend with NFL fans from around the world getting ready to watch the Kansas City Chiefs take on the Philadelphia Eagles. What a difference one year can make......as the 49ers will be watching the game just like all of us vs playing in the Super Bowl just...
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WHO is Brock Purdy's Agent
For many NFL fans, there team isn't one of the two left about to play for the Super Bowl .. meaning many fans around the world are already in offseason mode. There has already been coaches fired, new coaches hired, coordinators promoted , new GMs leading the front office, etc. The NFL never…
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49ers Season Recap- What the Hell Happened | Mini Movie Story
he 49ers did NOT have the season anyone had hoped for. The team finished the 2024 NFL season with a 6-11 record and last place in the NFC West. Leading up to the 2024 season, the 49ers were in PRIME position to take another run at winning the Super Bowl. We'll that didn't happen... not even close...
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49ers Season AIN'T OVER! That Narrative Needs to STOP
The nfl is hard. And because the 49ers aren't dominating games the way they did last year..... everyone, and I mean everyone is now saying their season is over. According to "fans" and national media "pundits" the 49ers should trade a bunch of star players, rebuild the team, fire all the coaches,...
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Another BAD Colin Cowherd 49ers Take - Why he's WRONG
Colin Cowherd appears to love giving bad takes specifically regarding the 49ers Welp considering he doesn't "feel" this team is Super Bowl worthy and is "getting old" I'm here to disprove that. The 49ers have got off to a slow start... which actually has been common under Shanahan era yet over…
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Cowherd Would Take THESE QBS over BROCK PURDY - Dumbest Take Yet
This is the EXACT problem I have been talking about on countless video's. The National Media and their sports "pundit's" just laughable takes. The most recent winner of the lamest take ever comes from Colin Cowherd (or Uncle Colin as he calls himself) when discussing what NFL QB's he would take...
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Do the 49ers have the Right Guy at Defensive Coordinator?
The 49ers are coming off back to back losses heading into week 4 of the NFL regular season. Their most recent loss vs the LA Rams has caused many fans to turn their attention to first-time defensive coordinator as the defense has been THE glaring issue. The 49ers who have been known for a…
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Trent Williams Hold Out Officially a PROBLEM for the 49ers
The 49ers are once again dealing with another major contract dispute. This time however, it is with the BEST offensive tackle in the NFL, Trent Williams. Seemingly coming out of no where, big boy Trent was a no show at the start of 49ers training camp. As the 49ers put on pads for their second...
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OTA No Show - Does CMC want a New Contract?
Players around the #nfl are back at their teams facilities as organized team activities (#ota) have now progressed into the second phase of the offseason. With officially less than 100 days before the regular season kicks off.. news has been coming out across the league regarding players who ARE...
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49ers LAST CHANCE to Win a Ring with Core Players
The #49ers have a core group of superstars who've gotten so close to winning a Super Bowl but have come up short when the clock strikes triple 0's. It is no doubt they are one of the top contenders yet again this upcoming #nfl season to win a ring. With their core players aging, putting another...
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Ex-49er on Playing with Brock Purdy & More Aiyuk Trade RUMORS
The #nfl draft is almost here and as it gets closer, the rumors become louder. #49ers offseason continues to heat up with rumors swirling about Brandon Aiyuk's future! As we all know, these " Steelers sources" from fake insiders have been and continue to be false. I want to address the most…
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49ers Super Bowl Pressure at the MAX next season
The #49ers are facing a HUGE moment in the franchise history this upcoming season... and it's all about winning a Super Bowl. As we all know, the Kyle Shanahan & John Lynch lead team has made 4 NFC Championship games with 2 Super Bowl appearances within the last 5 years. No question they have…
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QB Josh Dobbs Take on Brock Purdy - Backhanded Compliment ?
Newly signed #49ers QB, Josh Dobbs recently spoke on the Adam Schefter Podcast about why he choose to sign with the team. During that interview, QB1 Brock Purdy was brought up and Dobbs gave this thoughts on the young QB. When I saw this posted on X/Twitter, I saw a lot of people mention how…
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Brandon Aiyuk Trade Rumors | 49ers
San Francisco's got its sights set on keeping Brandon Aiyuk. Trade whispers are swirling, but the #49ers are working hard to extend their star receiver's contract and keep him catching passes for Brock Purdy. Buckle up for negotiations, but it looks like Aiyuk might be staying in the Bay. All the...
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WHY Brandon Staley is a BAD Hire for the 49ers
The NFL offseason is starting to heat up! Join me so I can explain and dissect the potential pitfalls of hiring Brandon Staley for the San Francisco 49ers in my own thought-provoking analysis. In this must-watch discussion, I explore the reasons why bringing Brandon Staley on board may not be the...
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Brock Purdy "game manager" narrative is OVER
The Brock Purdy BS game manager narrative is DONE. The #49ers are heading to Super Bowl LVIII in Las Vegas! Once again Purdy showed up & showed OUT for his team but this time in the #nfc Championship game against the DET Lions... with a MASSIVE 17 point come back. The 49ers were down 24-7 going...
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Cowboys BOUNCED & BIG NFC Playoff Match Up: 49ers vs Packers
FULL EPS of the upcoming NFC Divisional match up between the #49ers and #packers But first: another year and another Dallas #cowboys L early into the #nfl #playoffs which we MUST talk about! What in the world happened?!?! Welp safe to say the Dallas Cowboys will be making some BIG offseason moves...
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NFL Playoffs are HERE: A look ahead to 49ers in NFC Divisional Rd
The NFL playoffs are HERE.. Super Wild Card weekend is going to be ELECTRIC! The 49ers locked down the No. 1 seed in the NFC. They clinched the top seed in the National Football Conference after their Week 17 victory over the Washington Commanders (also with help from AZ Cardinals taking down the...
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Kyle Shanahan SHOULD BE Coach of the Year
Why Kyle Shanahan deserves to be Coach of the Year in the 2023 NFL season: Dominant Team Performance: Best Record: The 49ers, under Shanahan's leadership, currently boast the best record in the NFL at 11-3. This dominant performance speaks volumes about his ability to strategize, motivate, and…
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49ers continue to DOMINATE
#49ers come away with another BIG W against the Tampa Bay #Bucs The 49ers appear to be all the way back following their 3 game hiccup. What can we take away from this game... there was a lot good things but also areas of improvement... we'll discuss all of it. Then finally, #Faithful YOU KNOW…
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The Rich Get RICHER: Chase Young IMPACT
#NFL NOTICE: The #49ers just got scarier with the addition of Chase Young! With Nick Bosa already terrorizing offenses, Young is going to take their defense to a whole new level. Brace yourself for the impact these two #OSU Buckeye's are about to make! We'll talk about what Chase Young's impact...
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What the 49ers are missing BUT getting BACK
#NFL week 9 is in motion and the #49ers are on their much needed bye. Good time for self reflection and rest to come back with a vengeance! Wanted to discuss and spotlight how important #deebosamuel & #trentwilliams are to this squad. Their missing presence doesn't only affect the offense, it...
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49ers Defense Getting RUINED
#49ers D-Coordinator, Steve Wilks has turned this back-to-back #1 defense into a middle of the pack, average #nfl D. Why is this happening..... we'll that's what we are going to dive into. Hear what others around the NFL are saying including #DE -Nick Bosa, HC - Kyle Shananah, Colin Cowherd, and...
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49ERS Injury Updates ahead of Monday Night Football... NFL Game of the Wk MIA Dolphins vs PHI Eagles
#NFL week 7 Kyle Shanahan of the 49ers gave most recent injury update ahead of #mnf where Niners head to Minnesota to take of the #vikings Status UPDATES on: Deebo Samuel Trent Williams Dre Greenlaw Christian McCaffrey Lets talk about the GAME OF THE WEEK. #MIA takes on #PHI on Sunday Night...
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NFL Week 7... Need to know about 49ers L... upcoming MNF game 49ers vs Vikings
#NFL Week 7 is HERE #49ers take their first L in the 2023-2024 NFL season... taking their record to 5-1. Need to speak facts about why they lost to CLE Browns and what the squad can take into this upcoming #MNF game. Will Brock Purdy bounce back? (*hint: yes) What happened with Brandon Aiyuk in...
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Cowboys vs SF 49ers on SNF PRIMETIME... NFL week 5.. game of the season
HERE WE GO! NFL game of the year (thus far) comes on Sunday Night Football. The Dallas #cowboys come over to The Bay to take on San Francisco #49ers An NFC matchup people around the world cannot wait to see. What does this do for playoff implications? Does it really matter who wins since it's…
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SF 49ers vs LA Rams - need to know PREGAME - week 2 NFC West Divisional Match up
NFC divisional match on the West Coast heading into week 2 in the NFL season. San Francisco 49ers take on Los Angeles Rams....at LEVI SOUTH (aka SoFi Stadium). Rams battling a few key guys being banged up. What will their strategy be going up against the stacked 49ers team Key thoughts on the…
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Deebo Samuel - Christian McCaffrey Theory I hope doesn't come true..
As the NFL 2023 season is about to start.. we should all remember to enjoy the greatest time of year. Teams are set, players are healthy, fans are ready to roll. The 49ers have their sites set on another MASSIVE year with a deep playoff run to end up getting the ultimate prize.. the Lombardi...
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EPS 7 - 49ers State of Franchise 2023- KEY take aways you should know
The 49ers just held their annual State of the Franchise conference in Santa Clara. There were some phenomenal insight and takeways from hearing from the organization which is what this episode will dive into. I made sure to include the 5 biggest/important clips that everyone should hear. My new...
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49ers OTA WRAP UP - Where do the QBs stand? Must discuss Trey Lance vs Sam Darnold + Player Updates
2023 NFL OTAs are officially wrapped up! What is the latest coming out of the 49ers building? We'll discuss! Need to discuss Brock Purdy recent news. How is he health wise? My BIGGEST concern for Purdy this offseason heading into the new season. MUST discuss all the noise surrounding Trey Lance…
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Trey Lance OTA Impression + New NFL Rule Changes
Outside Team Activities (OTAs) have begun around the NFL. 15 weeks down, 15 weeks more months until the 2023-2024 season is BACK! Thoughts and first impressions on the boy Trey Lance. Things happening around the NFL. New kickoff rule change (SMH). How will that effect the 49ers? "Brock Purdy"…
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2023 NFL Draft Breakdown of the SF 49ers + why QB Trey Lance trade rumors still happening..
Review of the 2023 NFL draft selections of the San Francisco 49ers. Quick update on current roster & 5th year option moves. Top 3 picks/players from the draft and the success John Lynch & Kyle Shanahan have had in late round picks. Safe to say, we got some dawgs! Once again, NFL insider, Ian...
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Welcome to the The Best in Ball Show pod! Everything football with a West Coast lean. Main coverage around the squad, San Francisco 49ers but I hit all the NFL hottest topics & news! I'm your host, Ryan Theige (aka Tige), a Cali native and football fanatic. I created this channel because it's hard to find legit people I can take seriously in this space (on local level) so I'll provide my thoughts & opinions as a knowledgeable football dude. I've been a fan my whole life & was a player until my devastating back injury that ended my run in college. I'll be sure to cover the hottest NFL stories
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