Kyle Shanahan details key matchups in 49ers’ Week 2 game vs. Dolphins

Kyle Shanahan details key matchups in 49ers’ Week 2 game vs. Dolphins

Author: Matt Maiocco, NBC Sports Bay Area September 19, 2026 Duration: 37:25
“49ers Talk” co-hosts Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan preview San Francisco’s Week 2 game against the Miami Dolphins on Sunday at Levi’s Stadium. Then, they discuss the challenges San Francisco faces while recovering from their trip to Melbourne, Australia last week. Finally, Matt sits down with coach Kyle Shanahan to break down some key matchups in their upcoming game against a young, explosive Dolphins squad.

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