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Blake Snell
Golden State Warriors
Amari Cooper
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Brock Purdy
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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 (T... more

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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 r... more

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... more

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 pun... more

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. Le... more

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Recent Guests

Lake Lewis Jr.
Media personality discussed in the episode
Rambling with Rio
Episode: Lake Lewis Jr. Says Brandon Aiyuk Will Be a Washington Commander and that "A Lot of Guys Don't Want to be in San Francisco"
Ted Ramey
Guest discussed during Dirty Work segment
Episode: Steph Retiring a Warrior and Playing Meaningful Basketball: Can Those Two Statements Coexist Anymore?
Mike Dunleavy Jr.
NBA executive, Basketball operations; discussed in-depth on Warriors trade and medical evaluations
Golden State Warriors (Executive)
Episode: Wide Receiver and RB2 Targets, and More Porzingis Absences
Lindsay Jones
Senior Editor at The Ringer, NFL writer
The Ringer
Episode: Bryce Harper's Near-Giants Decision and Lindsay Jones on the NFL Offseason
Noah Eagle
Play-by-play broadcaster for Warriors-Clippers on NBC
NBC Sports / NBC Warriors-Clippers
Episode: Is Offensive Line the 49ers' Greatest Need? Noah Eagle Joins Ahead of Warriors vs Clippers
Vic Tafur
Writer for The Athletic, covering the NFL
The Athletic
Episode: Who's On Maxx Crosby Watch? Vic Tafur Joins Silver & Carlos From Indianapolis
Shawn Estes
Former MLB All-Star and analyst
NBC Sports Bay Area
Episode: A New Giants Identity in 2026? Sorting Through Pitching Questions with Shawn Estes
Carlos Ramirez
Sports commentator and guest host
NBC Sports Bay Area
Episode: The Warriors Bounce Back in Memphis, but the NBA Must Resolve Tanking
Kendrick Perkins
Former NBA player and sports commentator
Episode: Walter's Epic (and Possibly Rigged) Whip Around & Sam Amick Talking Giannis Food Analogies

Hosts

Papa
Co-host of the show and a well-known Bay Area broadcaster with a history of involvement in major professional teams.
Greg Silver
Co-host of the show, providing insights and commentary on sports topics relevant to Bay Area fans.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 66 ratings
  • Hey Dopes!

    Maybe before you bury Conforto in favor of Wade Jr., Wilmer, and Matos you should compare their Career OPS: Conforto 816. Wade Jr 762. Flores 760. Matos 661. Chapman 790. Soler 797.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    80'sVillager
    United States2 years ago
  • Too many short segments

    Why can’t we get the full show posted rather than a bunch of 10-20 minutes segments. Also can we get less commercials in the middle of the interviews?

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    wtsurpsn
    United States3 years ago

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Tony Vitello's Stock is Rising & Jennifer Lee Chan on the NFL Combine
Q: Where do they need youth and speed the most as they try to rebuild this roster?
The 49ers need to inject speed and youth across the defensive front and at wide receiver, with offensive line considered a priority inside the building, while keeping an eye on cap space and player longevity.
Bryce Harper's Near-Giants Decision and Lindsay Jones on the NFL Offseason
Q: What coaches or teams are under the most pressure heading into the next season?
Lindsay Jones outlines that several high-expectation teams, including those led by Dan Quinn, Zach Taylor, and Shane Steichen, face pressure due to past underperformance, while the Vikings' O'Connell faces scrutiny amid roster and quarterback decisions.
Lindsay Jones
Q: Of all the NFC playoff teams, which ones are most at risk to be left out next year?
Lindsay identifies teams with uncertain quarterback situations and organizational instability as most at risk, while highlighting the importance of sustained quarterback play and front-office stability.
NFL Draft Prospects, NFC Competitors, and Framber Valdez: Charles Davis and Chris Rose Join the Show
Q: What are your thoughts on the Rams-Chiefs trade and what it means for both teams moving forward?
The trade is viewed as a smart move by both organizations, leveraging future picks to strengthen the roster and maintain competitiveness, with an acknowledgment of how GM strategies and positional needs drive these decisions.
Matt Thomas Understandably Has No Sympathy for the Current State of the Warriors, as They Roll into Houston to Face the Rockets
Q: Did you like it? Did you feel like you wish they did something a little bit more? How do you respond to that?
The Rockets probably could have used upgrade depth, but the management has prioritized stability with their young core and avoided making hasty, large-scale moves; the team is still evaluating the cost and potential return of any big deal, especially around high-value positions.

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2. Ted Ramey
3. Mike Dunleavy Jr.
4. Lindsay Jones
5. Noah Eagle
6. Vic Tafur
7. Shawn Estes
8. Carlos Ramirez

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