KNBR 680 AM/104.5 FM (“The Sports Leader”) is delivering breaking Bay Area sports commentary through a stabilized daily programming lineup and massive, long-term broadcasting rights extensions.
As the primary radio home for Bay Area sports, the station provides instantaneous reaction and in-depth analysis on the San Francisco 49ers, San Francisco Giants, and Golden State Warriors. Major Broadcasting & Partnership Updates
49ers Flagship Extension: KNBR and Cumulus Media finalized a massive multi-year extension securing the station as the official radio home of the San Francisco 49ers through the 2030 NFL season. Longtime broadcasters Greg Papa and Tim Ryan continue to anchor the gameday booth, accompanied by continuous pregame and postgame analysis.
Live Video Integration: Transitioning beyond standard radio dials, the station actively streams prominent shows, breaking updates, and immediate postgame reactions live via YouTube and Twitch under their digital push. Current Weekday Lineup & Commentary Blocks
Following a series of structural overhauls and talent changes over the past couple of years, KNBR’s core daily schedule is anchored by the following commentary blocks: Time Slot (PT) Show / Segment Name Core Focus & Commentary Style 6:00 AM – 10:00 AM Murph & Markus
Morning drive-time commentary, regular interviews with team executives like 49ers GM John Lynch. 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Papa & Silver
X’s and O’s heavy daytime breakdown hosted by Greg Papa alongside John Dickinson filling in. Late Afternoon / Evenings SportsPhone KNBR & Niners Nightly
Dedicated fan call-in segments, breaking trade responses, and localized team specific deep dives. Saturdays (10:00 AM – 2:00 PM) Just Dubs
Hosted by John Dickinson, focusing entirely on breaking news, insider scoops, and reactions surrounding the Golden State Warriors. Recent Breaking News & Commentary Focus
Station hosts are heavily reacting to several major regional and league storylines: 49ers trade for Bryce Huff | KNBR Livestream | 5/30/25
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