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Return of the Empire: Are the 49ers buyers at the Bye Week?

Nov 2, 2024, 12:52 PM

Brock Purdy #13 of the San Francisco 49ers reacts after rushing for a touchdown during the third qu...

SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 27: Brock Purdy #13 of the San Francisco 49ers reacts after rushing for a touchdown during the third quarter against the Dallas Cowboys at Levi's Stadium on October 27, 2024 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Lachlan Cunningham/Getty Images)

(Photo by Lachlan Cunningham/Getty Images)

The 49ers may have got its’ groove back against the Cowboys in Week 8, now facing a few decisions during the bye week. Return of the Empire dives into what’s next for the 49ers in the second half of the 2024 regular season.

On the latest episode of the Return of the Empire podcast, Amil Fragoso and Nate Littlefield react to the San Francisco 49ers’ Week 8 win over the Dallas Cowboys, and if the offensive explosion is sustainable long-term. They also discuss the latest on the injury front ate the bye week, including updates on Christian McCaffrey, Dre Greenlaw and Jauan Jennings. The Sactown sports duo also discuss the 49ers’ remaining schedule, and what the team should do at the trade deadline.

Plus, Amil & Nate send their love to Charvarius Ward and his family through this trying time. All that & much more on the Return of the Empire.

Other 49ers Topics Discussed:

  • Week 8 recap and closing thoughts from both men on the Dallas Cowboys
  • Is Christian McCaffrey returning for Week 10 or 11?
  • An update on Dre Greenlaw and Jauan Jennings
  • Should Jon Feliciano have a defined role upon return?
  • Nate’s outlook for the 49ers the rest of the way
  • Are the 49ers buyers at the trade deadline?
  • How big of a swing should John Lynch take with trades?
  • Do the 49ers need another tight end?
  • Is Budda Baker a possibility for San Francisco?

Click here to view the most recent podcast.

San Francisco 49ers 2024 Schedule:

Regular Season

  • Week 9 Bye Week
  • Sunday, November 10th @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers – 10 am PDT
  • Sunday, November 17th vs. Seattle Seahawks – 1:05 pm PDT
  • Sunday, November 24th @ Green Bay Packers – 1:25 pm PDT
  • Sunday, December 1st @ Buffalo Bills [SNF] – 5:20 pm PDT

The Return of the Empire podcast is a San Francisco 49ers podcast hosted by beat writer Amiliano Fragoso and producer Nate Littlefield for Sactown Sports 1140. Thank you for reading SactownSports.com. Follow us on Twitter and Google News, and subscribe to our YouTube channel.

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