Shawne Merriman, former All‑Pro linebacker and 2005 Defensive Rookie of the Year, breaks down what the Raiders lack, reacts to Antonio Gates’ Hall of Fame induction, and dives into what defines great defensive players.

Shawne Merriman, former All‑Pro linebacker and 2005 Defensive Rookie of the Year, breaks down what the Raiders lack, reacts to Antonio Gates&rsquo; Hall of Fame induction, and dives into what defines great defensive players.

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Shawne Merriman on Raiders’ Needs, Antonio Gates & Defense

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HOUR 4 - Giants broadcaster Joe Ritzo joins the show to preview the 2026 Giants season and break down key Spring Training position battles. Plus, we revisit some of the greatest calls in Bay Area sports history — a fun, nostalgia‑filled segment you won’t want to miss.

HOUR 4 - Giants broadcaster Joe Ritzo joins the show to preview the 2026 Giants season and break down key Spring Training position battles. Plus, we revisit some of the greatest calls in Bay Area sports history &mdash; a fun, nostalgia‑filled segment you won&rsquo;t want to miss.

Joe Ritzo Previews 2026 Giants Season | More Best Bay Area Sports Calls

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HOUR 3 - Giants legend, Rich Aurilia breaks down the state of the team and why the lack of offseason spending is a growing concern. Author Michelle Smith joins the show to discuss her new book on Stanford coach Tara VanDerveer. Plus, we relive the greatest calls in Bay Area sports history.

HOUR 3 - Giants legend, Rich Aurilia breaks down the state of the team and why the lack of offseason spending is a growing concern. Author Michelle Smith joins the show to discuss her new book on Stanford coach Tara VanDerveer. Plus, we relive the greatest calls in Bay Area sports history.

Rich Aurilia on Giants’ Offseason Spending | Michelle Smith on Tara VanDerveer

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HOUR 2 - Jonathan Kuminga impresses again in his second game with the Hawks, and Warriors fans are divided on the trade. We also dive into more KNBR calls breaking down the ABS challenge system and its growing impact on the game.

HOUR 2 - Jonathan Kuminga impresses again in his second game with the Hawks, and Warriors fans are divided on the trade. We also dive into more KNBR calls breaking down the ABS challenge system and its growing impact on the game.

Kuminga Shines in Atlanta, Warriors Fans Split | More ABS Challenge Talk

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Shawne Merriman on Raiders’ Needs, Antonio Gates & Defense

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