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Bay Area natives, Mark Willard and Dan Dibley, discuss the top stories in Bay Area sports, weekdays from 9am-noon. Willard & Dibs will dive into the fan experience and laugh a lot along the way.

Willard & Dibs


    • Jan 17, 2026 LATEST EPISODE
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    Latest episodes from Willard & Dibs

    Full Show -- Friday, January 16th

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2026 205:01


    Willard and Dibs' full show from Friday, January 16th. In Hour 1, Willard and Dibs debate if Ricky Pearsall is the key to victory for the 49ers tomorrow in Seattle, break down the ways the 49ers can find their way into the NFC Championship Game, and more. In Hour 2, Willard and Dibs chat with Sean Salisbury about the 49ers and Seahawks matchup, break down where Kyle Shanahan ranks among the best head coaches in the NFL, and more. In Hour 3, Willard and Dibs continue to break down where Kyle Shanahan ranks among the best head coaches in the NFL and wonder if Shanahan and Brock Purdy are the top coach-QB combination in the league. Plus, the guys Fade the Dibbers ahead of the Divisional Round. In Hour 4, Willard and Dibs chat with former 49ers coach and Seahawks head coach Mike Holmgren about this 49ers-Seahawks matchup, play Higher or Lower, take calls from 49ers fans ahead of tomorrow's game, and more.

    Crossover: Warriors Win, What's Bugging You

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2026 25:45


    Willard and Dibs join Steiny and Guru for a Friday edition of The Crossover. The guys react to last night's Warriors win over the Knicks, run through What's Bugging You brought to you by ATCO Pest Control, and more.

    Hour 1: Keys to Victory for the 49ers!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2026 34:43


    In Hour 1, Willard and Dibs debate if Ricky Pearsall is the key to victory for the 49ers tomorrow in Seattle, break down the ways the 49ers can find their way into the NFC Championship Game, and more.

    Hour 2: Salisbury on 49ers-Seahawks, Shanahan's Rank, and More

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2026 50:46


    In Hour 2, Willard and Dibs chat with Sean Salisbury about the 49ers and Seahawks matchup, break down where Kyle Shanahan ranks among the best head coaches in the NFL, and more.

    Hour 3: Kyle Shanahan and Brock Purdy, the Combo

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2026 42:21


    In Hour 3, Willard and Dibs continue to break down where Kyle Shanahan ranks among the best head coaches in the NFL and wonder if Shanahan and Brock Purdy are the top coach-QB combination in the league. Plus, the guys Fade the Dibbers ahead of the Divisional Round.

    Hour 4: Mike Holmgren, Higher or Lower, and More

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2026 51:23


    In Hour 4, Willard and Dibs chat with former 49ers coach and Seahawks head coach Mike Holmgren about this 49ers-Seahawks matchup, play Higher or Lower, take calls from 49ers fans ahead of tomorrow's game, and more.

    Mike Holmgren on if 49ers-Seahawks will resemble Week 18: "It'll be a different type of game"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2026 13:07


    Mike Holmgren, former 49ers coach and Seahawks head coach, joins Willard and Dibs to break down 49ers vs. Seahawks ahead of tomorrow's Divisional Round matchup.

    Are Shanahan and Purdy the BEST Coach-QB Combo?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2026 22:57


    Willard and Dibs discuss how high on the list of head coach and quarterback combinations Kyle Shanahan and Brock Purdy rank.

    Kyle Shanahan is the BEST Coach in the NFL!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2026 21:17


    Willard and Dibs break down Kyle Shanahan and where he ranks among the other head coaches in the NFL.

    Sean Salisbury on Kyle Shanahan's season: "How many guys keep this team afloat?"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2026 20:13


    Sean Salisbury, former NFL quarterback, joins Willard and Dibs to preview 49ers vs. Seahawks ahead of tomorrow's Divisional Round game in Seattle.

    How Can the 49ers Beat the Seahawks?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2026 19:48


    Willard and Dibs discuss the keys for the 49ers to pulling off the upset against the Seahawks tomorrow in Seattle.

    Is Ricky Pearsall the KEY for the 49ers vs. the Seahawks?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2026 10:08


    Willard and Dibs discuss their keys to the matchup for the 49ers vs. the Seahawks and wonder how important Ricky Pearsall's status will be.

    Full Show - January 15th, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2026 205:02


    In hour 1 of Willard and Dibs, the fellas get into the news of Fred Warner being listed as officially out for Saturday against the Seahawks and what it means for this Niners defense. Plus, the guys get into how Brock Purdy can overcome the odds and find a way to take over against a Seattle defense that doesn't quit. In the second hour of Willard and Dibs, the guys get into how awesome their remote site at Thrive City is and despite it being JK Trade Request Day, it's also MLB International Signing Day for the Giants. Plus, they get into how the Kuminga saga seems like it's finally coming to an end. In the 3rd hour of Willard and Dibs, The Athletic's Nick Friedell joins the guys in Thrive City and shares what he thinks about Kuminga requesting to be traded, who's fault it comes from and answers callers questions who want to know where the Warriors go from here. In the final hour of Willard and Dibs, the guys get back into the 49ers and what they think can happen Saturday's playoff game against Seattle. This is their 3rd matchup this year with the Seahawks...how can they learn from their past 2 matchups? What does Brock Purdy have to do? What do they need to do to on defense? What's the most concerning thing for them in this win or go home playoff game.

    Crossover: Kuminga Wants OUT!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2026 23:55


    In todays Crossover, Steiny and Guru are joined by Willard and Dibs and they discuss Jonathan Kumingas trade request and share their perspective on him wanting out of Golden State. They touch on news of Fred Warner officially being OUT for Saturdays game in Seattle. Also, Guru asks the fellas about point shaving story that has surfaced in NCAA Men's basketball.

    Hour 1: Fred Warner OUT + Purdy Persistence

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2026 63:31


    In hour 1 of Willard and Dibs, the fellas get into the news of Fred Warner being listed as officially out for Saturday against the Seahawks and what it means for this Niners defense. Plus, the guys get into how Brock Purdy can overcome the odds and find a way to take over against a Seattle defense that doesn't quit.

    Hour 2: International Signing Day + Kuminga Saga

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2026 33:28


    In the second hour of Willard and Dibs, the guys get into how awesome their remote site at Thrive City is and despite it being JK Trade Request Day, it's also MLB International Signing Day for the Giants. Plus, they get into how the Kuminga saga seems like it's finally coming to an end.

    Hour 3: Nick Friedell Joins Willard and Dibs

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2026 48:00


    In the 3rd hour of Willard and Dibs, The Athletic's Nick Friedell joins the guys in Thrive City and shares what he thinks about Kuminga requesting to be traded, who's fault it comes from and answers callers questions who want to know where the Warriors go from here.

    Hour 4: How Can It Be Different This Time?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2026 60:02


    In the final hour of Willard and Dibs, the guys get back into the 49ers and what they think can happen Saturday's playoff game against Seattle. This is their 3rd matchup this year with the Seahawks...how can they learn from their past 2 matchups? What does Brock Purdy have to do? What do they need to do to on defense? What's the most concerning thing for them in this win or go home playoff game.

    Nick Friedell: "Everyone wants a resolution here."

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2026 22:45


    Willard and Dibs continue the conversation with Warriors Insider, Nick Friedell as he continues to provide insight on what the Warriors could do or NOT do in this situation and fields calls with Warriors fans who want to know what's a possibility for the Warriors without Jonathan Kuminga on the roster.

    Nick Friedell: "[Kuminga] May Still Be Here At The Deadline."

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2026 24:11


    Warriors Insider, Nick Friedell joins Willard and Dibs in Thrive City and breaks down what he thinks on the news that Jonathan Kuminga wants to be traded. He isn't sold on the idea that the Warriors will trade Kuminga for certain. Plus, he offers insight on who this all falls on at the end of the day as we get towards the trade deadline.

    The Jonathan Kuminga Saga Is Coming To An End

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2026 22:03


    Willard and Dibs get into the news that Jonathan Kuminga officially wants OUT of Golden State. Was this a long time coming? Should they have never drafted him? How did this finally come to head? Willard and Dibs discuss.

    Can Brock Purdy Overcome The Odds?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2026 22:08


    Willard and Dibs get into Brock Purdy and how he can overcome all of the intangibles that are against him.

    Fred Warner OUT Saturday vs Seahawks

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2026 17:28


    Willard and Dibs get into the news that Fred Warner won't be able to suit up on Saturday vs Seahawks per Kyle Shanahan. Also, Sam Darnold is listed as questionable with an oblique injury but he is likely going to play.

    Full Show -- Wednesday, January 14th

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2026 204:01


    Willard and Dibs' full show from Wednesday, January 14th. In Hour 1, Willard and Dibs wonder if there's a comparison they can draw between this year's 49ers team and the 2010 San Francisco Giants. Plus, are you more confident in the 49ers this week than compared to last week? In Hour 2, Willard and Dibs check in on 49ers fans as we all head into another huge matchup vs. the Seahawks, chat with Greg Cosell about the matchup and the 49ers win over the Eagles, and more. In Hour 3, Willard and Dibs continue to break down the last 49ers vs. Seahawks game, discuss how healthy or injured the 49ers are, break down when sports started impacting them emotionally, and more. In Hour 4, Willard and Dibs chat with Warriors head coach Steve Kerr about last night's win and the Jonathan Kuminga situation, continue to take the pulse of 49ers fans entering Saturday vs. the Seahawks, and more.

    Crossover: Favorite Game Show, JK Day, and Seahawks-49ers

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2026 27:07


    Willard and Dibs join Steiny and Guru for a Wednesday edition of the Crossover. The guys hit a handful of non-sports topics including their favorite game show before breaking down Jonathan Kuminga Day, the 49ers-Seahawks game, and more.

    Hour 1: 49ers to Giants? More or Less Confident?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2026 33:48


    In Hour 1, Willard and Dibs wonder if there's a comparison they can draw between this year's 49ers team and the 2010 San Francisco Giants. Plus, are you more confident in the 49ers this week than compared to last week?

    Hour 2: 49ers vs. Seahawks, Greg Cosell Joins the Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2026 46:43


    In Hour 2, Willard and Dibs check in on 49ers fans as we all head into another huge matchup vs. the Seahawks, chat with Greg Cosell about the matchup and the 49ers win over the Eagles, and more.

    Hour 3: What Can 49ers Learn from Last Seahawks Game?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2026 46:25


    In Hour 3, Willard and Dibs continue to break down the last 49ers vs. Seahawks game, discuss how healthy or injured the 49ers are, break down when sports started impacting them emotionally, and more.

    Hour 4: Steve Kerr Talks Kuminga, Melton, and More

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2026 49:57


    In Hour 4, Willard and Dibs chat with Warriors head coach Steve Kerr about last night's win and the Jonathan Kuminga situation, continue to take the pulse of 49ers fans entering Saturday vs. the Seahawks, and more.

    Steve Kerr on Jonathan Kuminga becoming trade-eligible: "It's a difficult situation"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2026 24:31


    Warriors head coach Steve Kerr joins Willard and Dibs to discuss last night's win, De'Anthony Melton's play of late, Jonathan Kuminga's impending trade, and more.

    How Healthy are the 49ers?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2026 22:37


    Willard and Dibs discuss all the 49ers dealing with injuries headed into 49ers vs. Seahawks on Saturday, including George Kittle, Fred Warner, and more.

    The Seahawks Can't Do That AGAIN, Right?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2026 19:00


    Willard and Dibs react to the Seahawks' Week 18 drubbing of the 49ers and discuss if there's any way they can repeat that performance vs. the 49ers again.

    Greg Cosell: George Kittle's absence will be felt more in the run game than pass game

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2026 22:27


    Greg Cosell of NFL Films joins Willard and Dibs to react to the 49ers' win over the Eagles, to preview another 49ers-Seahawks game, and more.

    How Are 49ers Fans Handling This Run?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2026 9:16


    Willard and Dibs wonder how 49ers fans are handling their emotions on this run.

    Is Fred Warner Coming BACK This Weekend?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2026 12:48


    Willard and Dibs react to various 49ers talking about Fred Warner's return to the practice field and wonder if there's a chance he could play on Saturday vs. the Seahawks.

    Are These 49ers the 2010 San Francisco Giants?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2026 8:17


    Willard and Dibs wonder if there's a comparison we can make between these 49ers and the 2010 San Francisco Giants, who were a bunch of misfits and yet still won the World Series.

    Full Show -- January 13, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2026 195:15


    In Hour 1, Grandi (filling in for Willard) and Dibs discuss Kyle Shanahan's current standing as most valuable individual in the NFL, and the work he's done with defensive coordinator Robert Saleh to make the Niners a true contender in 2025. In Hour 2, Grandi and Dibs are joined by Audacy NFL Insider Mark Schlereth to recap the 49ers' thrilling victory over the Eagles, Kyle Shanahan's current standing in the NFL and a look ahead at the divisional matchup against Seattle. In Hour 3, Grandi and Dibs discuss the constant trash talking that's happening between the San Francisco 49ers and the Seattle Seahawks as they prep for the divisional round matchup. In Hour 4, Grandi and Dibs are joined by former 49ers offensive lineman Jon Feliciano to discuss the 49ers and Seahawks matchup on Saturday.

    Crossover: Is this 49ers Season Considered Magical?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2026 25:27


    In the Crossover, Steiny and Guru are joined by Grandi and Dibs to discuss the head coaching carousal in the NFL before discussing what qualifies as being a "magical season."

    Hour 1: Kyle Shanahan's Importance in the NFL

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2026 50:44


    In Hour 1, Grandi (filling in for Willard) and Dibs discuss Kyle Shanahan's current standing as most valuable individual in the NFL, and the work he's done with defensive coordinator Robert Saleh to make the Niners a true contender in 2025.

    Hour 2: Mark Schlereth + 49ers' Luck

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2026 47:18


    In Hour 2, Grandi and Dibs are joined by Audacy NFL Insider Mark Schlereth to recap the 49ers' thrilling victory over the Eagles, Kyle Shanahan's current standing in the NFL and a look ahead at the divisional matchup against Seattle.

    Hour 3: Fred Warner Nears a Return

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2026 45:41


    In Hour 3, Grandi and Dibs discuss the constant trash talking that's happening between the San Francisco 49ers and the Seattle Seahawks as they prep for the divisional round matchup

    Hour 4: Jon Feliciano Talks 49ers-Seahawks

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2026 51:30


    In Hour 4, Grandi and Dibs are joined by former 49ers offensive lineman Jon Feliciano to discuss the 49ers and Seahawks matchup on Saturday.

    Trash Talk Before Seahawks-Niners

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2026 23:29


    There's some trash talk taking place between the Seattle Seahawks and San Francisco 49ers players. Kyle Shanahan responds...

    Mark Schlereth Joins the Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2026 24:43


    Grandi and Dibs are joined by Audacy NFL insider Mark Schlereth to discuss the 49ers' clutch and improbable upset victory over the Eagles on Sunday afternoon.

    How Shanahan and Saleh Transformed the Niners

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2026 22:58


    Grandi and Dibs discuss how Kyle Shanahan and Robert Saleh have transformed this 49ers team into a true surprise of 2025

    Is Kyle Shanahan the Single Most Important Individual in the NFL?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2026 13:36


    Grandi and Dibs discuss whether Kyle Shanahan is one of the single most important individuals in the NFL

    Full Show -- Monday, January 12th

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2026 204:13


    Willard and Dibs' full show from Monday, January 12th. In Hour 1, Willard and Dibs react to the 49ers' 23-19 win over the Eagles in Philadelphia, break down how they pulled this one off, take calls from 49ers fans, and more. In Hour 2, Willard and Dibs continue to react to the 49ers beating the Eagles, break down all the players that stepped up to help win the game, react to the big in-game decisions Shanahan made last night, and more. In Hour 3, Willard and Dibs continue to discuss Kyle Shanahan's decisions in yesterday's 49ers win over the Eagles, break down the incredible job he's done not just this season but his entire 49ers career, read George Kittle's heartfelt post on Instagram after his Achilles tear, and more. In Hour 4, Willard and Dibs let their mind wander about what January might have in store for the 49ers, take calls from 49ers fans that are still fired up about yesterday's 49ers' win, and more.

    Crossover: How did the 49ers pull that off?!?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2026 25:08


    Willard and Dibs join Steiny and Guru for a Victory Monday edition of the Crossover. The guys react to the 49ers epic win over the Eagles in Philadelphia. How did they pull this off?

    Hour 1: 49ERS BEAT THE EAGLES IN PHILLY!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2026 35:52


    In Hour 1, Willard and Dibs react to the 49ers' 23-19 win over the Eagles in Philadelphia, break down how they pulled this one off, take calls from 49ers fans, and more.

    Hour 2: The Anatomy of a Road Playoff Upset

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2026 45:25


    In Hour 2, Willard and Dibs continue to react to the 49ers beating the Eagles, break down all the players that stepped up to help win the game, react to the big in-game decisions Shanahan made last night, and more.

    Hour 3: Kyle Shanahan's Epic Season

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2026 51:21


    In Hour 3, Willard and Dibs continue to discuss Kyle Shanahan's decisions in yesterday's 49ers win over the Eagles, break down the incredible job he's done not just this season but his entire 49ers career, read George Kittle's heartfelt post on Instagram after his Achilles tear, and more.

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