SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS

Return of The Empire Podcast: Jimmy G Is Back!

Sep 24, 2022, 7:33 AM

| Updated: 7:44 am
ARLINGTON, TEXAS - JANUARY 16: Jimmy Garoppolo #10 of the San Francisco 49ers walks off the field a...

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The San Francisco 49ers have a familiar face starting under center this weekend in Denver.

In this week’s episode, JayMarZZ and Amil Fragoso look at:

  • Jimmy Garoppolo reassuming QB duties
  • The future of Trey Lance
  • Is criticism of Kyle Shanahan in-regard to the Lance injury fair?
  • Readjusting early season predictions now that Garoppolo is back
  • Previewing the Niners/Broncos Sunday night game

Join us every Wednesday as Justin “JayMarzz” Marshall and 49ers beat writer Amiliano “Amil” Fragoso break down what they see out in Santa Clara, and share their thoughts on the team throughout the year.

Also, check out Sactown Sports’ Instagram page after every 49ers game where Amil will go live to give his takeaways from each contest.

Watch the Return of the Empire Podcast every Wednesday on Sactown Sports Youtube Channel.

For full episodes of the Return of the Empire Podcastclick here.

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