Damon Bruce Plus: 49ers, Warriors, Giants, National Headlines, Bay Area Sports Talk

49ers filled a roster spot, but have they filled a need? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

0:46: The Dianna Russini + Mike Vrabel scandal and the angle of journalistic integrity: 31:18: What’s going on with the NFL and its refs is DISGRACEFUL 37:50: Tonight could be the last meeting between LeBron James and Steph Curry — what a show it’s been 44:21: Let’s see if the Giants can turn things around as they hit the road 46:25: Today in history: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

0:51: Colin Kaepernick wrote a book, let’s dive in: 31:54: Afternoon baseball for the Giants is on deck, Steph keeps asking to come off the bench and the Sharks pushing for a playoff spot 36:25: Today in history: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

4:13: How can the 49ers justify a move for Dexter Lawrence? The timing is awful 12:40: The NFL Draft can’t come soon enough 13:45: Could you imagine what would happen if the 49ers could ACTUALLY put together a healthy season? Oh yea, and here’s why the injuries kept happening: 16:55: Fernando Mendoza won’t be attending the draft? 20:30: Last night’s NCAA Championship game was an “absolute slug fest” 26:01: Checking in on the Warriors — whether you want to or not: 31:42: Checking in of the Giants, too, unfortunately: 39:07: Today in history: 48:48: The (political) segment that had to happen: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The 49ers couldn't draft 5 players that would be as impactful as trading for Myles Garrett. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dream draft, and Myles Garrett rumors - it's Wake Up time! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

0:22: Happy Birthday, Damon! 2:22: How to start cutting through the 49ers noise: 21:47: The Giants Opening Night rant + the end of the left-field-streak: 32:13: The state of the Warriors, who are practically giving away tickets tonight at Chase 35:12: The Sweet 16 drops tomorrow 38:25: Today in history: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

1:01: Happy three-year birthday to The Pluce! 2:26: What the 49ers should do with their first 3 picks: 5:55: Trading Trent Williams might cost the 49ers their SEASON 15:48: What an offseason it’s been around the NFL (and the 49ers) 17:32: The Warriors are going to be in the playoffs, but they are not a “playoff” team 31:45: Today in history: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Offense is getting better ... Trent Williams, where are you? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

49ers can only make their team worse moving on from Trent Williams. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

0:20: One of Damon’s least favorite people: The cheap-ultra wealthy 5:32: Let’s talk NFL officiating — and the potential of replacement refs 31:32: If the number of games goes up, the roster sizes must go up, too 51:09: Here’s to hoping for a wild start ot the NCAA Tournament 54:48: Shut down Steph, Dray, and Porzingis: It’s time to optimize for next season 1:02:47: Today in history: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

6:24: Mike Evans is the new gravity of the 49ers offense 20:53: The 49ers have to get this Trent Williams deal done 33:55: Keep Trent AND draft a lineman 42:43: The WNBA just averted what would have been a “devastating” work stoppage 51:23: The scary part of the Warriors’ future? Joe Lacob thinks he knows ball 56:15: Today in history: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

0:50: Christian Kirk, welcome to the 49ers 16:48: More on Christian Kirk: 22:39: Simple but true: Kyle Shanahan has to be surrounded by players he’s willing to play 27:58: The latest mock draft pick for the 49ers? Blake Miller 36:52: The Broncos and Dolphins shake things up with a big trade: Jaylen Waddle is on the move 39:01: Jauan Jennings is just twisting in the wind 43:47: Congrats to Steve Kerr, who’s coached long enough to become the villain 58:00: Today in history: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The 49ers own themselves a return on their failed Brandon Aiyuk investment. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

1:22: Man, the NFL is king — what a week of free agency 3:51: The Maxx Crosby Ravens’ tenure was weird from the jump 15:01: The third great trade of John Lynch’s career just happened: Osa Odighizuwa 21:58: The NFL doesn’t need to step in to fix the rescinded trad situation — the league will police itself 29:32: Mike Evans — future Hall of Famer — but how many injuries will he have? 36:54: Mac Jones’ game of musical chairs is all but over 50:50: The Sharks are on a fork-in-the-road road trip: 53:49: Today in history: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's been a good, productive first week of FA for the 49ers Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

DT Osa Odighizuwa is EXACTLY what the 49ers needed, and the price was right. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas ... especially if you're Maxx Crosby Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

0:31: Mike “Godzilla” Evans has officially joined the 49ers 16:04: Trading Trent Williams is not a real move the team can make — forget the cap 18:15: The game of QB musical chairs, and Mac Jones: 25:26: Jauan Jennings seems like he’s out the door in Santa Clara 37:34: The Warriors’ playoff hopes are looking bleak 1:01:43: Today in history: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We learn about the Mike Evans signing at the end of the show. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

NFL free agent madness and many other headlines as Damon & Sammy get together. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Can John Lynch get this draft right? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

John Lynch must hit in rounds he usually missed this coming NFL Draft. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

0:20: The NFC West was already the best, and now the Rams just made a blockbuster addition: Trent McDuffie 6:49: Buckle up for the start of NFL free-agency non-sense 11:01: Damon returns to KNBR for the first time in 12 years TONIGHT 15:38: Rant: Checking in on the 49ers (social media) trip to Mexico 21:11: The Cardinals are cutting ties with Kyler Murray: This is why bad teams stay bad 32:30: The Warriors: Wear beige and blend 39:51: Today in history: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Reshuffling the roster ... next few weeks are crucial for the 49ers Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's time for the Warriors to pack it in ... this is going nowhere fast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

49ers - How to combine! Are Lynch & Shanahan out of fresh ideas? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

3:16: Trent Williams has all the leverage in the world, and the 49ers have a major problem 8:18: Unfollow anyone who tells you to release Williams 21:58: Wading into the US Hockey Men’s vs. Women’s conversation and how it all ties into the WNBA: 36:06: Checking in on the B-team Warriors after the loss to the Pelicans AND Kuminga’s debut with the Hawks: 53:44: Today in history: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

CMC can't be an "army of one" in 2026. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

1:13: Brodie Brazil joins the show 3:01: The sport of hockey got its “world showcase” at the Winter Olympics 9:18: Macklin Celebrini’s rise 18:10: What’s it like to be an NHL’er who’s NOT in the Olympics? 22:50: If you care about hockey, Celebrini is the most interesting athlete in the world 25:44: Damon’s experience watching the Olympics with his boys: 29:36: How about those Warriors beating the Nuggets? 33:33: Today in history: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Combine week is here ... as are the 49ers strengths & weakness. WAKE UP! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Harsh (but fair) grades for the 49ers rookies. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

0:14: JT The Brick joins the show 1:44: Assessing San Francisco’s showing in the Super Bowl 6:04: What’s gone wrong with Maxx Crosby and the Raiders? And is he really getting traded? 13:18: First impressions of Klint Kubiak, the potential of Fernado Mendoza, and the faith-based approach: 30:00: The “problem” with the NFL’s international expansion: 40:33: Rant: JT’s problem with radio row 45:20: Checking in on the A’s “buzz” in Vegas: 53:44: The Winter Olympics are awesome, but what is going on with all this curling?? 56:48: The 49ers earned themselves another Super Bowl 1:02:59: Today in history: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

2:55: NFL Salary Cap: Real and Imagined — just look at the Patrick Mahomes’ restructuring10:55: The 49ers will be playing not just 1, but 2 international games20:24: The Seattle Seahawks are officially going to be put up for sale26:54: Sac State just made the worst deal in sports:40:29: Today in history: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

2:16: The secret to explosive plays for the 49ers? The offensive line18:22: The All-Time QB list that just doesn’t make sense:27:55: Bradley Chubb to the Niners? Sure29:40: Maxx Crosby? Probably not what the 49ers need31:49: The NBA All-Star Game wasn’t so bad after all, but there’s no way to fix tanking50:51: Today in history: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Should the 49ers chase the Cheetah? Answers to the first 3 rounds in the draft! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Can the 49ers afford a big move? Can they afford not to make a big move and keep up w/ the West? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Could the 49ers make a splashy deal for one of the best WR's in football? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

You'll need your passport to travel with the 49ers this coming season. Plus Kuminga Embarrassment Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

1:48: A deep dive on the Keion-White-Lil-Baby-Strip-Club-Shooting: What is going on?14:43: Klint Kubiak made his Raiders debut16:52: The NBA All-Star Game has never mattered less31:00: The Winter Olympics are awesome37:16: Today in history: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

2:52: Say no to a Deebo reunion12:27: Unfortunately, the 49ers continue to lead the league in gunshot wounds:17:05: The best advice Damon will ever give you: Nothing good happens after 4 am20:52: The 49ers officially had a good year — and that’s not about lowering one’s standards27:12: If you had a problem with that halftime show, that’s a YOU thing46:02: The Warriors won one out of nowhere — and how about the Olympics, and American badass Lindsey Vonn?50:18: Welcome to baseball season, kinda55:59: Today in history: Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Seahawks dominate Pats, and will keep beating SF unless drafting improves. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.