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Return of the Empire: Recapping 2023 49ers Training Camp

Aug 11, 2023, 10:45 AM

Fred Warner #54 of the San Francisco 49ers works out during training camp at SAP Performance Facili...

SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA - AUGUST 04: Fred Warner #54 of the San Francisco 49ers works out during training camp at SAP Performance Facility on August 04, 2023 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)

(Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)

And just like that, the first tow weeks of 49ers training camp have come and gone. With the Red & Gold in Las Vegas for the rest of the week, let’s talk about how they looked in Santa Clara.

On the latest edition of the Return of the Empire podcast, Amiliano Fragoso and Nate Littlefield recap 49ers 2023 training camp so far. The guys break down San Francisco’s depth across all positions, including special teams? Plus, Amil gives the latest on Brock Purdy’s progress and where the 49ers stand with defensive end Nick Bosa on a new contract.

All that & much more on the Return of the Empire.

Topics Discussed:

  • What was Nate’s experience at 49ers training camp?
  • What surprised Amil in Santa Clara?
  • How do the QBs look?
  • Is Brock Purdy back to normal?
  • Who stood out on offense?
  • Who stood out on defense?
  • Is Brandon Aiyuk the best wideout on the 49ers?
  • How good can Charvarius Ward be?
  • How has Steve Wilks adapted to the 49ers?
  • Where is Nick Bosa?
  • Is Javon Kinlaw taking a step forward in 2023?
  • How are the rookies faring?
  • What will joint practices with the Raiders look like?
Episode 25 - See you in Sin City
45 minutes

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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.

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