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Papa previously hosted his own show on KNBR from 2001-2003. Papa will host the weekday 10am-2pm time slot alongside Greg Silver. Upon joining the 49ers earlier this year, Papa became the first Bay Area broadcaster to have a role with five of the region’s major professional teams. He previously served as the voice of the Warriors (TV & radio – 1986-97), Giants (TV & radio – 2004-08), Oakland A’s (TV – 1990-2003) and Oakland Raiders (radio – 1997-2017). Papa currently hosts NBC Sports Bay Area’s San Francisco Giants and Golden State Warriors Pregame Live and Postgame Live shows.
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Hour 4: Silver reveals the results of Walter's Way-Too-In-Your-Face Poll on which sport is the most enjoyable to watch at the international level. With Logan Webb set to start for Team USA in the World Baseball Classic later this evening, the guys discuss why they're excited to watch Webb pitch under high stakes and how the Giants getting back to the postseason would mean a lot for their ace. JD closes out the show Warriors' injury report for Saturday night's game against the Thunder.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 3: Silver & JD recap their conversation with Matt Maiocco and reflect on whether or not a healthier 49ers team would have ultimately been expected to knock off the Seahawks and the Rams. JD revisits the idea that the 49ers need to use this offseason as a springboard for 2026, so that the 49ers can return to the "Super Bowl or bust" mindset.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 2: Silver & JD react to reports that LeBron James may be interested in joining the Warriors this upcoming offseason, and also that the Warriors' front office explored the possibility of trading for Kawhi Leonard. How realistic and / or helpful would those additions be to an already aging roster? Plus, Matt Maiocco stops by for his weekly conversation ahead of the NFL's free agency frenzySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 1: Silver & JD kick things off on a Friday with the Warriors' stunning win over the Houston Rockets in overtime last night, filled with contributions and intensity up and down a depleted roster. Although one win alone doesn't change the predicament of the Warriors' season, does this kind of fight make Steve Kerr want to continue coaching? Should the Warriors front office be more aggressive if Steph Curry and Draymond Green are invested in competing hard, even if the team appears destined for the play-in tournament? The guys unpack it all on The Sports Leader.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Matt Maiocco joined Silver & JD for the latest 49ers update before legal tampering begins next week. Silver asks Maiocco to expand on Maiocco hearing rumblings that the 49ers may look to trade Renardo Green and why they'd want to move a young player on a rookie contract. They also touch on the 49ers' running back situation, the possibility of signing a veteran receiver, and the leaking news around the league ahead of free agency. With the NFL draft and free agency just around the corner, the guys break down the latest news and speculate on what's to come.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Matt Barrows joins the show to discuss the San Francisco 49ers' offseason plans and potential moves, including their interest in free agents like Trey Hendrickson and Deebo Samuel. Matt shares his thoughts on the 49ers' need for speed in their wide receiver corps and the possibility of adding a veteran receiver to the mix. They also discuss the team's approach to the NFL Combine and how it might impact their draft strategy. With the 49ers looking to address key positions, Matt breaks down the team's priorities and potential targets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Silver & JD joined by NFL insider Mike Silver, who recently wrote about Maxx Crosby's contentious situation with the Las Vegas Raiders. With the Rams' trade for Trent McDuffie in mind, does that take them out of the conversation to acquire Crosby, or are we on the horizon of another "f--- them picks" era? With expert analysis and the always lively banter, this interview is a must-listen for any NFL fan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Matt Thomas, Houston Rockets radio voice and host of the Matt Thomas Show with Ross on SportsTalk 790, joins Silver & JD to share his thoughts on the state of the Warriors (for which he understandably has zero sympathy) and the Rockets' choice to punt on this year's trade deadline. He also quickly assesses the Texans' offseason, including this week's trade to acquire RB David Montgomery, and how it all might play into the rest of the NFL before free agency.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 4: Silver & JD close out the show with a soundbite from Lake Lewis Jr. on Rambling W/ Rio, in which he shares that Brandon Aiyuk is doing well both physically and emotionally, and he fully expects him to be a Washington Commander next season. Lewis also adds that "a lot of guys don't want to be there" in reference to the San Francisco 49ers, and Silver & JD try to make sense of why Brandon Aiyuk orchestrated an exit in this fashion and whether or not there's truth to players not wanting to play for the 49ers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 3: Silver & JD react to reports that the Raiders are more open to trading star edge rusher Maxx Crosby and which potential destinations could be in play for a blockbuster deal. The Athletic's Michael Silver joins the show to report the latest on Crosby's situation, and which new head coach should feel the most pressure in 2026.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 2: Following their discussion with The Athletic's Matt Barrows, Silver & JD share their opinions on free agent wide receiver Romeo Doubs and interior defensive lineman John Franklin-Myers as possible fits for the 49ers. They stress the importance of adding another big-time playmaker to decrease the dependence on Christian McCaffrey. Matt Thomas from Houston stops by to talk Warriors-Rockets and the Houston Texans' offseason moves. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 1: Silver & JD Greg react to Bryce Eldridge showing strong flashes in the Cactus League while Rafael Devers tends to his hamstring tightness and the Bears trading wide receiver DJ Moore to the Buffalo Bills. Matt Barrows joins the show to examine Trey Hendrickson, Romeo Doubs, and other free agents to watch ahead of next week's legal tampering period.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 4: Silver & JD finish off Wednesday's show by playing clips from Warriors General Manager Mike Dunleavy on his recent appearance on The TK Show with Tim Kawakami. While Dunleavy remains calm about the future, Silver & JD preach more urgency. While the Warriors hope to retain Steph Curry for the remainder of his career, they will have to create an environment where he's able to play meaningful basketball in the Bay.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 3: Silver & JD wrap up their 49ers thoughts by addressing the need to rebuild the wide receiver room and find a possible RB2 to complement Christian McCaffrey. They weigh the pros and cons of bringing the possibility of losing Jauan Jennings, even if the 49ers can offer a similar deal to other teams. As the Warriors head on the road, Kristaps Porzingis will make the trip, but he has already been ruled out for tomorrow night's clash against the Houston Rockets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 2: Silver & JD catch up with NFL Network analyst Charles Davis to talk about various NFL draft prospects who might be available for the 49ers at pick No. 27. Keeping it in the NFL Network family, Chris Rose stops by later on to weigh in on Kyler Murray's impending release from the Arizona Cardinals and why the Giants will regret not going after Framber Valdez during MLB free agency.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 1: Silver & JD open up Wednesday's show by recapping a wild win for the Sharks over the Canadiens last night. From there, they pivot to the NFL, as the Rams traded for Chiefs cornerback Trent McDuffie and demonstrated their clear intent to be aggressive this offseason. While the 49ers and Trent Williams remain stalled in contract negotiations, does the Rams' aggressiveness put even more pressure on the Niners front office?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Chris Rose, NFL Network analyst and host of the Chris Rose Rotation podcast, joined Silver & JD to assess Kyler Murray's potential fit in Minnesota and the implications of the Rams trading for Trent McDuffie. Chris also points out why he puts the Giants on the short list of teams who will regret not going after starting pitcher Framber Valdez.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Silver & JD are joined by NFL Network analyst Charles Davis to break down the latest NFL news and trends, from top prospects at the NFL combine to this morning's trade between the Rams and Chiefs. He also discusses the 49ers' contract dispute with Trent Williams and explores the possibilities of drafting a new left tackle.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Silver & JD discuss the impact of Bryce Harper's potential signing in 2019 and how it could have changed the team's trajectory. The conversation touches on the importance of building a strong foundation rather than relying on big-name free agents to save the team. They also discuss the current roster, including the core of Rafael Devers, Willy Adames, Matt Chapman and Logan Webb, and what it'll take for the Giants to become a place that can attract big-name free agents in the future.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 1: Silver & JD react to the Warriors' 114-101 loss to the Los Angeles Clippers last night, as their first half lead quickly disappeared with a 72-45 second half Clippers advantage. Silver refers to concepts vs reality, and why the mistake of waiting so long to trade Jonathan Kuminga put the Warriors in a position to minimize any return. Marcus Thompson II joins the show to recap his time in Milan and Alysa Liu shining on the world's brightest stage, as well as trying to sort through where the Warriors go from here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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