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Willard & Dibs

Bay Area natives, Mark Willard and Dan Dibley, discuss the top stories in Bay Area sports, weekdays from 2pm-6pm. Willard & Dibs will dive into the fan experience and laugh a lot along the way.

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  1. 500

    Full Show - August 31, 2026

    In Hour 1 of Willard & Dibs, Mark Willard and Dan Dibley open the show by breaking down the Los Angeles Rams' addition of Aaron Donald, and how the reunion affects the NFC West. WIllard also shares his take on the NFC West and the playoff teams that could emerge from the stacked division. In Hour 2, Willard and Dibs react to John Lynch and Kyle Shanahan meeting with the media in Santa Clara about finalizing the San Francisco 49ers' 53-man roster for Week 1. Also, will George Kittle or Nick Bosa be available for Week 1 in Australia? In Hour 3, Willard and Dibs discuss Stephen Curry and the Warriors discussing a possible extension, as Curry's window to negotiate is now open. Is there a rush to complete a deal NOW? They also join KPIX 5's Matt Lively to discuss the San Francisco 49ers roster finalization process and whether George Kittle or Nick Bosa could be ready for Week 1 in Australia.

  2. 499

    Crossover: Willard's College Experience + Devone's Chuck E. Cheese Moment

    Willard and Dibs join Evan Giddings and Dan Devone for the Crossover, where Devone revisits his New York Knicks statement with Willard. It was also college move-in day for Willard's son, and he details the weekend's shenanigans.

  3. 498

    Hour 1: Aaron Donald Returns to the 49ers' Nightmares

    In Hour 1 of Willard & Dibs, Mark Willard and Dan Dibley open the show by breaking down the Los Angeles Rams' addition of Aaron Donald, and how the reunion affects the NFC West. WIllard also shares his take on the NFC West and the playoff teams that could emerge from the stacked division.

  4. 497

    Hour 2: Status Update For George Kittle and Nick Bosa

    In Hour 2, Willard and Dibs react to John Lynch and Kyle Shanahan meeting with the media in Santa Clara about finalizing the San Francisco 49ers' 53-man roster for Week 1. Also, will George Kittle or Nick Bosa be available for Week 1 in Australia?

  5. 496

    Hour 3: Curry Now Extension Eligible + Bosa and Kittle's Odds of Playing Week 1

    In Hour 3, Willard and Dibs discuss Stephen Curry and the Warriors discussing a possible extension, as Curry's window to negotiate is now open. Is there a rush to complete a deal NOW? They also join KPIX 5's Matt Lively to discuss the San Francisco 49ers roster finalization process and whether George Kittle or Nick Bosa could be ready for Week 1 in Australia

  6. 495

    Hour 4: Know Your Niner + Giants Sweep[ a Series!

    In Hour 4, Willard and Dibs play a game called "Know Your Niner" and react to the San Francisco Giants FINALLY completing a sweep.

  7. 494

    Matt Lively: Skeptical on Nick Bosa's Status For Week 1

    KPIX 5's Matt Lively joins Willard & Dibs to discuss the San Francisco 49ers roster finalization process and whether George Kittle or Nick Bosa could be ready for Week 1 in Australia.

  8. 493

    Kyle Shanahan, John Lynch Detail 53-Man Roster Finalization

    Willard and Dibs react to John Lynch and Kyle Shanahan meeting with the media in Santa Clara about finalizing the San Francisco 49ers' 53-man roster for Week 1.

  9. 492

    Breaking Down a Stacked NFC West

    WIllard shares his take on the NFC West and the playoff teams that could emerge from the stacked division. 

  10. 491

    The Los Angeles Rams Just Got Even Better

    Willard and Dibs open the show by breaking down the Los Angeles Rams addition of Aaron Donald, and how the reunion affects the NFC West

  11. 490

    FULL SHOW -- FRIDAY, AUGUST 28TH

    In Hour 1 Grandi and Dibs discuss the last 49ers pre season game and their performance, favorite NFL broadcast themes and more! In Hour 2 Grandi and Dibs discuss more NFL theme songs, pre and post game shows/crews, the 49ers deep running back room and more! In Hour 3 Grandi and Dibs discuss 49ers defensive coordinators and players, Shanahan, favorite NFL players with fans and more! In Hour 4 Grandi and Dibs discuss favorite players and favorite games with fans tell some great stories and more!

  12. 489

    The Crossover - NOT THE NUT!

    Evan and Guru are joined by Grandi and Dibs to discuss favorite sports films, doppelgangers, Daejon Love 49er scam, Walnut Creeks nick name and ore!

  13. 488

    HOUR 1 - The NFL is back.. along with some of the best theme songs!

    In Hour 1 Grandi and Dibs discuss the last 49ers pre season game and their performance, favorite NFL broadcast themes and more!

  14. 487

    HOUR 2 - Favorite NFL Shows and Hosts!

    In Hour 2 Grandi and Dibs discuss more NFL theme songs, pre and post game shows/crews, the 49ers deep running back room and more!

  15. 486

    Hour 3 - Favorite NFL Player of All Time!

    In Hour 3 Grandi and Dibs discuss 49ers defensive coordinators and players, Shanahan, favorite NFL players with fans and more!

  16. 485

    HOUR 4 - Favorite games and players - the fans bring nostalgia!

    In Hour 4 Grandi and Dibs discuss favorite players and favorite games with fans tell some great stories and more!

  17. 484

    Favorite players and Favorite games!

    Continuing the conversation about favorite players and adding favorite games of all time for fans, fans give some memorable moments as we get ready for the NFL season!

  18. 483

    Favorite NFL Player of All Time!

    Asking fans who there favorite NFL players of all time are!

  19. 482

    The Niners defense!

    The history of the 49ers defense and forever changing coordinators under Shanahan, the players drafted, impact and more!

  20. 481

    What is your favorite NFL Theme song?

    Continuing the conversation of our favorite NFL Broadcast theme songs and how they make fans feel

  21. 480

    Favorite NFL theme song!

    Celebrating the theme songs that make the NFL season special! Which ones are your favorite?

  22. 479

    There are some concerns after the last 49ers pre season game!

    Defensive tackles CJ West and Alfred Collins did not look good in the preseason game vs the Raiders, the 49ers roster and more!

  23. 478

    Crossover: Tony Vitello Needs To Get His Money's Worth

    Grandi and Dibs join Evan and Guru during the Crossover to discuss the Giants' rough bullpen collapse yesterday against the Reds. Should Tony Vitello have gotten his money's worth following his first inning ejection? What's next for Buster Posey? Also, does anyone feel sorry about Jed York?

  24. 477

    Hour 1: The Fallout From Another Horrendous Giants' Loss

    In Hour 1 of Willard & Dibs, Marc Grandi and Dan Dibley discuss the San Francisco Giants' rough loss yesterday to the Reds; they still haven't swept anyone in 2026. Where do they go from now? They also dive into the bullpen's woes this season.

  25. 476

    Hour 2: Is Jed York's Tenure in Jeopardy?

    In Hour 2, Grandi and Dibs question whether the Giants' ownership is the main issue with the organization. They move into a broader discussion about Bay Area sports and their owners. Is this the beginning of the end for Jed York's tenure as CEO of the San Francisco 49ers?

  26. 475

    Hour 3: It Took a While for Jed York To Learn From His Mistakes

    In Hour 3, Grandi and Dibs break down Joe Lacob's tenure as Warriors owner and how it relates to the current ownership group of the San Francisco Giants and San Francisco 49ers.

  27. 474

    Hour 4: Rafael Devers Has Had a GREAT Season

    In Hour 4, Grandi and Dibs discuss why injuries have or haven't derailed the 49ers the past couple of seasons. They also discuss Rafael Devers' season and why it's not nearly as bad as people set it out to be.

  28. 473

    Is This the Beginning of the End for Jed York?

    Grandi and Dibs question whether the Giants' ownership is the main issue with the organization. They move into a broader discussion about Bay Area sports and their owners. Is this the beginning of the end for Jed York's tenure as CEO of the San Francisco 49ers?

  29. 472

    The Giants Are Playing Unacceptable Baseball

    Marc Grandi and Dan Dibley discuss the San Francisco Giants' rough loss yesterday to the Reds; they still haven't swept anyone in 2026. Where do they go from now? They also dive into the bullpen's woes this season.

  30. 471

    What's Next for the Giants Following Their Worst Loss of 2026

    Marc Grandi and Dan Dibley discuss the San Francisco Giants' rough loss yesterday to the Reds; they still haven't swept anyone in 2026. Where do they go from now?

  31. 470

    Full Show - August 26, 2026

    In Hour 1 of Willard and Dibs, Mark Willard and Dan Dibley ask the listeners what their concerns are for the San Francisco 49ers ahead of their Week 1 matchup against the Los Angeles Rams in Australia. Also, Kyle Shanahan made some eyebrow-raising comments about De'Zhaun Stribling. They're joined by San Francisco Standard columnist Tim Kawakami to discuss the 49ers' roster as cuts approach, what their biggest weakness is, Week 1 in Australia and more! In Hour 2, Willard and Dibs react to TMZ obtaining the body cam footage of San Francisco 49ers' principal owner Jed York's arrest in Ohio over the weekend. They also talk to NFL Films senior producer Greg Cosell live from the Tennessee Titans training camp to discuss the 49ers' second preseason game against the Los Angeles Chargers. Later, they react to the news of former Warriors guard Jonathan Kuminga signing with the Minnesota Timberwolves on a two-year deal worth $13 million, according to Shams Charania of ESPN. In Hour 3, Willard and Dibs react to the horrendous loss the San Francisco Giants just endured, blowing a lead to the Cincinnati Reds to avoid achieving their first sweep of the season. Whose fault is this season? Willard says it's EVERYONE's fault, and nobody can be saved from blame if they're this bad. In Hour 4, Willard and Dibs continue reacting to the Giants blowing a 9-3 lead to the Reds this afternoon at Oracle Park, failing to capture their first sweep of the season. Is baseball a turn-off for the average sports fan? How did it fall off so quickly? The guys break it all down.

  32. 469

    Crossover: The Media's Affect on Today's Athletes + QBs and Coaches

    Willard and Dibs join Evan and Guru during the crossover to discuss the media's effect on modern day athletes regarding pressure. They also discuss the San Francisco 49ers and their past quarterbacks, and how those quarterbacks performed with different coaches.

  33. 468

    Hour 2: Cosell Previews Week 1 + Kuminga to the Timberwolves

    In Hour 2, Willard and Dibs react to TMZ obtaining the body cam footage of San Francisco 49ers' principal owner Jed York's arrest in Ohio over the weekend. They also talk to NFL Films senior producer Greg Cosell live from the Tennessee Titans training camp to discuss the 49ers' second preseason game against the Los Angeles Chargers. Later, they react to the news of former Warriors guard Jonathan Kuminga signing with the Minnesota Timberwolves on a two-year deal worth $13 million, according to Shams Charania of ESPN.

  34. 467

    Hour 3: The Giants Blow a 9-3 Lead to the Reds, Fail to Sweep

    In Hour 3, Willard and Dibs react to the horrendous loss the San Francisco Giants just endured, blowing a lead to the Cincinnati Reds to avoid achieving their first sweep of the season. Whose fault is this season? Willard says it's EVERYONE's fault, and nobody can be saved from blame if they're this bad.

  35. 466

    Hour 4: What's Wrong with Baseball?

    In Hour 4, Willard and Dibs continue reacting to the Giants blowing a 9-3 lead to the Reds this afternoon at Oracle Park, failing to capture their first sweep of the season. Is baseball a turn-off for the average sports fan? How did it fall off so quickly? The guys break it all down.

  36. 465

    Giant's Fail To Lock Up Their First Series Sweep in 2026

    Willard and Dibs react to the horrendous loss the San Francisco Giants just endured, blowing a lead to the Cincinnati Reds to avoid achieving their first sweep of the season. Whose fault is this season? Willard says it's EVERYONE's fault, and nobody can be saved from blame if they're this bad.

  37. 464

    Kuminga Signs w/ Timberwolves + Giants Blow Sweep

    Willard and Dibs react to the news of former Warriors guard Jonathan Kuminga signing with the Minnesota Timberwolves on a two-year deal worth $13 million, according to Shams Charania of ESPN. They also react to the horrendous loss the San Francisco Giants just endured, blowing a lead to the Cincinnati Reds to avoid achieving their first sweep of the season.

  38. 463

    Greg Cosell: De'Zhaun Stribling Is As Advertised

    They also talk to NFL Films senior producer Greg Cosell live from the Tennessee Titans training camp to discuss the 49ers' second preseason game against the Los Angeles Chargers.

  39. 462

    Hour 1: What Dark Clouds Are Over the 49ers?

    In Hour 1 of Willard and Dibs, Mark Willard and Dan Dibley ask the listeners what their concerns are for the San Francisco 49ers ahead of their Week 1 matchup against the Los Angeles Rams in Australia. Also, Kyle Shanahan made some eyebrow-raising comments about De'Zhaun Stribling. They're joined by San Francisco Standard columnist Tim Kawakami to discuss the 49ers' roster as cuts approach, what their biggest weakness is, Week 1 in Australia and more!

  40. 461

    Tim Kawakami: Offensive Line Is 49ers' Biggest Cloud

    Willard and Dibs joined by San Francisco Standard columnist Tim Kawakami to discuss the 49ers' roster as cuts approach, what their biggest weakness is, Week 1 in Australia and more!

  41. 460

    What Are Your 49ers Concerns?

    Mark Willard and Dan Dibley ask the listeners what their concerns are for the San Francisco 49ers ahead of their Week 1 matchup against the Los Angeles Rams in Australia. Also, Kyle Shanahan made some eyebrow-raising comments about De'Zhaun Stribling.

  42. 459

    Full Show - August 25, 2026

    In Hour 1 of Willard & Dibs, Mark Willard and Dan Dibley break down their fascination with people who collect Pokémon cards. Willard also poses a key question: why do people think the 49ers organization has so many issues? They also discuss where De'Zhaun Stribling fits with Mike Evans and Deebo Samuel in the mix. In Hour 2, Willard and Dibs react to San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan's response to 49ers CEO Jed York's arrest in Ohio over the weekend. They react to the Golden State Warriors finalizing their roster with the signings of Georges Niang and Brandon Williams. They briefly return to the conversation regarding the 49ers, and whether they've had a good offseason. In Hour 3, Willard and Dibs break the news that San Francisco Giants left-handed starter Carson Whisenhunt has a torn UCL and was recommended to undergo Tommy John Surgery. They also ponder whether the San Francisco 49ers have had a good offseason. Later, they're joined by San Francisco Standard 49ers beat writer David Lombardi to discuss the 49ers ahead of their final roster decisions. In Hour 4, Willard and Dibs finish their interview with David Lombardi of the San Francisco Standard. They also discuss the expectation level of the young stars in the Bay Area, and why 49ers WR De'Zhaun Stribling has seemingly found the right balance of confidence.

  43. 458

    Crossover: Does York's Arrest Truly Impact the 49ers On-Field Product?

    Willard and Dibs join Evan and Guru for the Crossover to discuss a comparison between former Golden State Warriors guard Monta Ellis and current San Francisco Giants designated hitter Rafael Devers. Is it a legit comparison? Also, is there any lingering impact from Jed York's influence on the 49ers team as a whole?

  44. 457

    Hour 1: An Inside Look at 49ers Practice After the Jed York News

    In Hour 1 of Willard & Dibs, Mark Willard and Dan Dibley break down their fascination with people who collect Pokémon cards. Willard also poses a key question: why do people think the 49ers organization has so many issues? They also discuss where De'Zhaun Stribling fits with Mike Evans and Deebo Samuel in the mix. 

  45. 456

    Hour 2: Warriors Finalize Roster + 49ers Offseason

    In Hour 2, Willard and Dibs react to San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan's response to 49ers CEO Jed York's arrest in Ohio over the weekend. They react to the Golden State Warriors finalizing their roster with the signings of Georges Niang and Brandon Williams. They briefly return to the conversation regarding the 49ers, and whether they've had a good offseason.

  46. 455

    Hour 3: The 49ers Are Dealing With Nagging Aches and Pains

    In Hour 3, Willard and Dibs break the news that San Francisco Giants left-handed starter Carson Whisenhunt has a torn UCL and was recommended to undergo Tommy John Surgery. They also ponder whether the San Francisco 49ers have had a good offseason. Later, they're joined by San Francisco Standard 49ers beat writer David Lombardi to discuss the 49ers ahead of their final roster decisions.

  47. 454

    Hour 4: De'Zhaun Stribling Has Gained Impressive Confidence

    In Hour 4, Willard and Dibs finish their interview with David Lombardi of the San Francisco Standard. They also discuss the expectation level of the young stars in the Bay Area, and why 49ers WR De'Zhaun Stribling has seemingly found the right balance of confidence.

  48. 453

    David Lombardi on Nick Bosa: "It's Obviously a Worry"

    Willard and Dibs finish their interview with David Lombardi of the San Francisco Standard.

  49. 452

    Evaluating the 49ers Offseason + Whisenhunt Has Torn UCL

    Willard and Dibs briefly return to the conversation regarding the 49ers, and whether they've had a good offseason. Then they break the news that San Francisco Giants left-handed starter Carson Whisenhunt has a torn UCL and was recommended to undergo Tommy John Surgery.

  50. 451

    Warriors Sign Georges Niang and Brandon Williams

    Willard and DIbs react to the Golden State Warriors finalizing their roster with the signings of Georges Niang and Brandon Williams

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Bay Area natives, Mark Willard and Dan Dibley, discuss the top stories in Bay Area sports, weekdays from 2pm-6pm. Willard & Dibs will dive into the fan experience and laugh a lot along the way.

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