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Matt Maiocco joined Silver & JD to revisit his latest insights on the 49ers' potential draft picks. They discuss the possibility of the 49ers trading with Arizona, who has the 34th overall pick and could be in the mix to draft Alabama QB Ty Simpson, and the skillset they'd look for at the safety position. Matt also weighs whether the 49ers will prioritize offense or defense with their six draft selections.

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In this episode of Papa and Silver, Larry Krueger fills in for Papa, discussing the San Francisco 49ers' draft strategy. They dive into the team's history of drafting, highlighting successful picks like Nick Bosa and Deebo Samuel, but also some misses like Drake Jackson and Cam Latu. The guys analyze the importance of getting "special people" in the draft, citing examples like CJ Allen and Gabe Jacas. They also discuss the 49ers' potential trade-up or trade-down approach, considering the quarterback-needy teams behind them.

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New head coach of Cal football Tosh Lupoi joined Greg Silver & Larry Krueger to shine a light on his vision for the program's future. He discusses the three pillars of his coaching philosophy: relentless effort, ball excellence, and power of unity, and his journey to Hawaii to convince second-year quarterback Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele to remain in Berkeley. With Cal's Spring Game set for 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 18th, Lupoi encourages you to come out and get a taste of what's to come next fall.

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Hour 3: In this episode of the Sports Leader, Cal football coach Tosh Lupoi joins hosts Kreuger and Greg Silver to discuss the future of the Golden Bears. Tosh shares his vision for the program, built on three pillars: relentless effort, ball excellence, and power of unity. He talks about his approach to recruiting, highlighting the importance of connecting with student-athletes and selling his coaching philosophy. The conversation also touches on the upcoming spring game, set for April 18th, and the excitement around the new program. With a focus on building a strong culture and attracting top talent, Tosh is optimistic about the future of Cal football.

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Hour 2: In this episode of Papa and Silver, Larry Krueger & Silver joins the conversation as they dive into the world of the NFL Draft. Dane Brugler, the mastermind behind The Beast, shares his comprehensive draft guide, covering everything from prospect rankings to in-depth player profiles. The guys discuss the 49ers' potential picks, including receivers like Chris Bell and Elijah Moore, and running backs like Mike Washington Jr. and Jalen Farmer. They also touch on the safety position, with Dane highlighting players like Kiante Scott and Jalen Kilgore. With the draft just around the corner, this episode is a must-listen for any football fan looking to stay ahead of the game.

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Hour 1: The Giants are on a roll, taking the series against the Phillies with a series win. Kreuger and Silver break down the momentum shift, discussing the team's improved performance and the impact of key players like Rafael Devers and Tyler Mahle. They also dive into the bullpen's resurgence, highlighting the contributions of Gage, Killian, Tidwell, and Miller. The guys weigh in on the team's consistency and whether it's enough to propel them into playoff contention. With a tough road trip ahead, the conversation explores the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for the Giants.

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It's that time of year, and the Atheltic's Dane Brugler joins Silver & Krueg two weeks from the first round of the NFL draft. Brugler's comprehensive draft guide, The Beast, is now available on The Athletic, where you can access all 2,000+ prospect rankings and 400+ deep dive player profiles. The Beast includes brand-new video analysis, enhanced sorting features and the old-school 500+ page print-ready PDF.

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In this episode of Papa & Silver, Greg and John Dickinson dive into the Giants' recent win against the Phillies, discussing the team's performance and potential lineup changes. They touch on the impressive play of Daniel Susac, who's been making a strong case for more playing time. The hosts also discuss the team's struggles with the bullpen and the importance of finding a consistent closer. Additionally, they chat with John Shea about the Giants' roster construction and the challenges of balancing offense and defense. The conversation also touches on the team's upcoming road trip and the potential for a series win against the Phillies.

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In this episode of The Sports Leader, Silver & JD discuss the Giants' recent win against the Phillies with John Shea of the SF Standard. The conversation also explores the Giants' rotation and the potential for a playoff run, with a focus on the team's young players and the need for a strong bullpen.

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MLB Network Analyst Brian Kenny joined Silver & Krueg to discuss how much he has enjoyed the ABS challenge system and how it's affected his perception of the game in ways he didn't anticipate. They also weigh how much of the Giants' 3-8 start is due to their difficult schedule vs their own poor performance. Kenny offers an early season outlook of the NL West, with a strong understanding that a lot can, and will, change over the course of the season.

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