49ers-Eagles playoff preview: Tough wild-card test awaits in Philly
49ers-Eagles playoff preview: Tough wild-card test awaits in Philly  
Podcast: 49ers Talk: A San Francisco 49ers Podcast
Published On: Mon Jan 05 2026
Description: The NFL's Wild Card Weekend was set Sunday after the conclusion of Week 18, pitting the 49ers against familiar foes in the Eagles with an enticing opening-round matchup. On this episode of "49ers Talk," co-hosts Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss the storylines surrounding this playoff contest, from the hostile environment in Philly to their load-management approach to the postseason, and Brock Purdy's season-ending injury in the 2023 NFC Championship Game. Will the 49ers' Week 18 loss to the Seahawks serve as their wake-up call? And, can they get healthy enough in time to step up to that challenge with an eye on redemption against the Eagles?--(0:00) Redemption game for Brock Purdy, 49ers(3:00) Possible inclement weather game in Philly(5:00) Eagles prioritized resting starters in Week 18 over seeking No. 2 seed(12:00) Questions surround 49ers' bruised LB corps entering playoffs(14:00) Pressure on Bryce Huff, D-line to step up vs. Philly(20:30) Why rest vs. rust debate comes into play for defending champion Eagles(24:00) Can Week 18 loss serve as a 49ers wake-up call in win-or-go-home scenario? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.