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“Over the last decade I’ve learned so much technical football, college scouting, and overall 49ers fandom. Thank you guys so much for taking us on the awesome journey to be better rivals!! You guys rock!!”
Wil_707 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/21/22
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“Thank you for the memories gentlemen! I’ve been listening to you both for the past 3 years and I wish you the best of luck on your future endeavors and as always, go Niners.”
Msantana101 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/17/22
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“Oscar and David - Sad to see the show come to an end, but totally understand your reasoning. I used to look forward to your analysis every bit as much as the actual game… not sure what else to say besides thanks for the years of solid content.”
s.lucero via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/17/22
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“Ah man I’m so sorry to hear this I’m new to the podcast love the content and hope you guys will still be involved with podcasting in some matter thanks for reppin guys”
Twin49er via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/17/22
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“Decent enough analysis. NPR level energy though. No sense of who these guys are as fans comes through. Checked back on these guys after a few years of not listening. Glad they fixed their studio setup with upgraded mics and editing.”
mikeymcdangerface via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/20/22
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“This podcast generally rocks, but today’s critique of Lance’s second start felt lazy, out of context, and mired in a culture of complaint. By the end of the game, Trey’s performance had risen exponentially from the start, lifting the offense far beyond what you call his ‘incremental’ progress. ...”Read full review »
Vroomfondel via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/03/22
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“Consistently come back to this pod and consistently it reminds me why they are not in my rotation of podcasts on 49ers.”
wwechamps say no via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/30/21
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“Can’t believe they compared a monkey to Kyler Murray. Wow guys! Really?”
Black n Sad via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/05/21
“Largely Monday morning QBs at work here who present themselves as having all the answers. Informative sometimes but David’s smarmy smarty pants attitude is consistently annoying.”
mva49 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/19/21
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“I’ve been a fan of the podcast since the beginning and never miss an episode. The hosts have their quirks (as do we all) but the info they put out is solid. If you’re the type of fan that likes to bury your head in the sands of positivity, look elsewhere…Oscar and David provide brutally honest...”Read full review »
PJClint via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/08/21
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“Everyone understands being critical, everyone understands things are never perfect. But what fans, and listeners to the podcast enjoy doing, is finding the positives. Everyone knows you two are complete nerds, some of the reasons we used to enjoy listening to you, but your fear of being “wrong”...”Read full review »
Taphabit via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/20/21
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“These guys are fine if you're desperate for content in the off-season, but they literally can't manage to say a good thing about 49ers players without insulting another player on the team or giving some caveat which makes the overall tone completely pessimistic. David Newman must be...”Read full review »
GSDubs via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/29/21
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“They don’t ever have an original thought. Last one out for a reason when they are obviously just listening to other’s content then regurgitating the parts they like.”
CTNiner#1 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/01/21
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Yeahhhhhhhhlol via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/04/21
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“Oscar and David are great at being both fans, as well as critical about the 9er franchise. Appreciate off-season episodes for team building the most.”
Jeff McC via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/28/21
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“Let’s be real - 99% of fans have no idea what’s going on on a football field. Is the RB good or is it his O-line? Why the heck is that guy so wide open? What adjustments are being made to strategies on both sides of the ball throughout the game? Is the QB making the coach look good or vice versa?...”Read full review »
SthomasB via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/11/20
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“I’ve played and coached for over ten years each, so there are few football pods that don’t feel insultingly stupid to me, but this is one of them. This is the ONLY podcast I ever want to listen to after my Niners lose. Oscar and David help me to intelligently make sense of everything happening...”Read full review »
Armchairlinebacker via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/07/20
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“Scarlet jimmies is hot garbage.
Scheme month is ungodly dry, not to mention, why are we using an audio only podcast to discuss concepts from film? Seems like a pretty obviously glaring mismatch of a combination. Have you ever wanted to LISTEN to paint dry because watching just got you too fired...”Read full review »
sweisend89 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/27/20
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“2020 Update: The move from SBN is a good one. When SBN started dropping other pods into the feed, it was annoying and dropped the quality of what thy is was.
With Oscar & David moving to BlueWire, this pod can continue without the crap being tacked on.
BetterRivals remains the best 49ers...”Read full review »
ajra21 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
07/16/20
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“As a Redskin fan watching the draft, came here for the Ismael interview. Thanks for the insight!”
mako_mark via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/25/20
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“David doesnt even like his wife she was just appropriately priced according to his positional value cheat sheet.”
Dominate Dave via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/27/20
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“I subscribe to a bunch of niners podcasts and “Better Rivals” with Oscar is by far the best. They definitely are more analytical and breakdown plays and schemes in a very detailed fashion but that’s not why they’re awesome. It’s because they are the most objective. They tell it to you like it...”Read full review »
Dennis the niners fan via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/11/20
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“You guys don't sound like brainless hateful reporters. I appreciate that to no end. I can listen to this, ignore the baalke of broken record news feeds, and still be on top of what you are saying. Thank you for not treating us like idiots, while still teaching AND having interesting things...”Read full review »
Cereal via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/16/20
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“I was born and raised in Eugene, OR. I was not an NFL enthusiast until I started listening to your podcast, when the Eagles fired Chop Kelly. David and Oscar became my football gurus, and I was a born-again fan. Your offseason scheme analysis became a thorough education in football. Not only do...”Read full review »
@Dustoffguy1 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/05/19
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“But I can’t do scarlet jimmies. Better rivals has unbelievable information and breakdowns. The best of any Niners podcast out there. But Scarlett jimmies is rough. If it were better rivals only this would be a 5 star review”
sweet lil cboy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/16/19
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“Better rivals is a great podcast. I’ve been listening for a couple years now and it’s definitely a great show. Scarlett Jimmies is terrible! I mean it’s just lazy and surface level analysis. Very lazy, the guy who isn’t the host just provides short and poorly thought out answers. It’s a chore to...”Read full review »
iMaster95 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/15/19
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“Oscar and David (when available) are absolutely brilliant. I’ve listened to them for years; very knowledgeable and prepared. You’re a better football fan listening to these two.
Scarlet Jimmies have been a tough listen so far, I haven’t been able to make it through an episode yet. Might be...”Read full review »
Ajisgood11 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
09/23/19
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“Oscar is always insightful throughout his podcast with the occasional guests- but particularly love the episodes with the robin (David) to his batman!
Funny at times and classy throughout
Keep it up x”
Fitz1981 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
08/23/19
“I’ve been a fan for years because of their funny banter and vast knowledge of the game. Their in-depth analysis of football always has me learning something new. Easily the best 49ers podcast out there and best NFL podcast period. Oscar and David have definitely earned a spot on my laminated list!”
Major Gripex via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/11/19
“For the last month and half the podcast has been less and less about the 9ers and more about Thrones. Their last episode was only 24 min out of 45 about 9ers football that’s including the intro. When they do talk 9ers football it’s filled with skepticism and deceit. A very arrogant tone with...”Read full review »
just a 49er listner via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/01/19
“Their discussions are interesting and informative whether it’s the offseason, draft season, pre-season, regular season, or the post season (hopefully “we” will be back in the playoffs soon)!”
Dez1117 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/03/19
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“The quality of this show is far beyond any other Niners or other team specific podcast I've ever heard. I would prefer that the Niners would stop sucking on the field, but having whomp whomp Wednesdays to look forward to eases the pain of fandom.”Read full review »
doxmefam via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/31/19
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“Excellent breakdowns in team moves, recaps and all other 49ers news. I wish Oscar and company would create an NFL news podcast as well, just so I can get their excellent coverage on league wide news as well.”
Babdhejajqiwuw via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/25/19
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“I love when Oscar and David are together. Great chemistry!”
El_Puncho via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/21/19
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“The best sports talk - not just Niners or football, but all sports - I’ve listened to. Oscar (and David when he returns) have a deep knowledge of the game and do a great job of informing listeners in an entertaining way. Can’t recommend highly enough for any Niners fan.”
dhd2005 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/09/19
“Best 49er podcast by far. Great data and analysis, very fun. I wait for it all week and it’s the only source for heavy data driven commentary that goes beyond the mainstream BS. I’m asking for at LEAST 2 a week, even in the off season! I love it! I need it. Oscar, you ARE the king of NFL...”Read full review »
Todd Roush via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/01/18
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“I’ve listened to this podcast for years, but I’m now unsubscribing. Oscar thinks kneeling or throwing up fists for the National Anthem is just great. Oscar is helping to fan the flames of division, which we really don’t need more of in this country.”
Baylor49er via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/10/18
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“Best 49ers podcast by a mile”
josutro via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/02/18
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“Now I have a Facebook and Twitter that follow Oscar and David.. I have an IG too. But please please I have to have to ask to you please change (NinersNation) to Niner Empire or Niner Faithful the original Nation is themf’s across the bay. And as always...Go Niners”
Texas Faithful via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/02/18
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“Has helped me to reevaluate how I actually watch and diagnose football. Very educational, introducing different metrics which I had no idea existed, and at the same time still holds my attention from week to week! Great job guys”
angry_western_gull via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/20/18
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“The guys go into depth and I love the fact they go into sycametics of the game. Very smart when it comes to insight on the teams personnel decisions.”
nealpowpow via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/07/18
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