Dirty Work
KNBR | Cumulus Media San Francisco
Catch Dirty Work with Adam Copeland & Derek Papa every weekday from 2 p.m. - 6 p.m. on KNBR 104.5 / 680.
Episodes
Larry Krueger with the biggest factors for the 49ers heading into their matchup vs the Commanders
Hour 4 -- Larry Krueger joins the show to discuss the 49ers offense clicking on all cylinders heading into their matchup with the Commanders. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Is the Warriors faith in Jimmy Butler warranted?
Hour 3 - D-Pop and J.D. discuss the Warriors lack of significant moves in the off-season and relying on the hope of Jimmy Butler returning to form. Later they are joined by Eric Branch and Tim Ryan to get you ready for 49ers vs Commanders. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tim Ryan on how the 49ers should approach their week 6 matchup against the Commanders
Tim Ryan joins the show and discusses not taking the Commanders lightly even though their record is 1-3-1. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Eric Branch on the latest trade rumors surrounding the Niners
Eric Branch joins the show to discuss some of the pass rushing names that have been linked to the 49ers, plus his thoughts on Christian McCaffrey's usage this season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The best of the NFL slate for Week 6, plus how the 49ers matchup against the Commanders
Hour 2 - the guy's dive into the 49ers' upcoming game against the Washington Commanders and discuss the team's chances of winning without playing their best. They also share their thoughts on the Commanders' defense and how it compares to other teams in the league. The hosts discuss the 49ers' impressive start to the season, going 5-0, and how it's led to them being considered the best team in the league. However, they also acknowledge that the team may be due for a letdown game, and the Commanders could be the perfect opponent to test their mettle. They also touch on the Commanders' defense, which has been struggling this season, and how it might be vulnerable to the 49ers' offense. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Biggest keys to the 49ers success after a 5-0 start to the season
The 49ers are off to a scorching start, sitting at 5-0, and their defense is looking like a well-oiled machine. But what's behind their success? In this episode, the hosts dive into the team's impressive performance, discussing everything from their young players stepping up to the plate to the surprising growth of their defense. They also talk to 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan about the team's recent win over the Seahawks and what it means for their season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kyle Shanahan on the 49ers big win over the Seahawks and looking ahead to the Commanders matchup
49ers Head Coach Kyle Shanahan joins the show to discuss the biggest takeaways from the win over the Seahawks and previews the Monday Night Football matchup against the Commanders. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How concerning are the Porzingis health issues for the Warriors?
Hour 3 -- D-Pop and J.D. preview the 2026-27 Warriors season amid all the injuries and load management they will have to deal with this season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Do the 49ers need to go all in on the 2026 season?
Hour 2 - D-Pop and J.D. discuss Mike Evans' impact on the 49ers offense and if that can carry them to a deep playoff run. Later they discuss if the Niners need to make a big splash at the trade deadline to make a Super Bowl run. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Niners Gear Up for Monday Night Football Clash with the Commanders
Hour 1 -- D-Pop and J.D. discuss the latest news and injury updates from Kyle Shanahan's weekly presser. They also discuss the 49ers Hall of Fame talent on the current squad and how that compares to teams around the league. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Micah Parsons thoughts on the Commanders tie, plus Mike Tomlin on players only meetings
Hour 4 -- Another addition of the Sound Soiree featuring Micah Parsons and Mike Tomlin. Plus another addition of the Dirtywed game where the guys test their knowledge of one another. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Are the 49ers the scariest team at the trade deadline?
Hour 3 -- The guys discuss the biggest trade targets in the NFL for the 49ers and what would the appropriate compensation be for a quality pass rusher. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Marcus Thompson on Brandin Podziemski's contract extension and how it impacts the Warriors this season
Marcus Thompson joins the show to dive into the latest news and analysis on the Warriors and 49ers. From Kristaps Porzingis' health concerns to the 49ers' impressive 5-0 start, this episode covers it all. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Do the 49ers need to go all in on the 2026 season?
Hour 2 - The guys react to Steve Young's comments on the Morning Show where he said that the 49ers need to go all in on the 2026 season and be aggressive at the trade deadline. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mike Yam on where the 49ers rank in the NFC hierarchy
Mike Yam, joins the conversation to share his thoughts on the Niner's impressive start and what it means for their chances in the NFL. They dive into the narrative that Brock Purdy is being overlooked for MVP consideration, despite his impressive performance, and discuss the physical nature of the 49ers' game, which has been a key factor in their success. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The way too early MVP and Super Bowl Odds for Brock Purdy and the Niners
Hour 1 - Copes and D-Pop dive into the Niners moving into the odds on favorite to win the Super Bowl via Draft Kings. Plus Brock Purdy is currently sitting at second in the MVP race to Josh Allen. Later they are joined by Mike Yam to get the National perspective on the 49ers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Guy Haberman on the 49ers 5-0 start and if they should be favored to win the division at this point
Guy Haberman joins the conversation, sharing his insights on the team's performance and what they need to do to maintain their momentum. The discussion covers the impact of Mike Evans on the team, with Haberman praising his incredible performance and comparing him to Randy Moss in 2007. Guy also talks about the 49ers' defense, highlighting their impressive performance against the Seahawks and the impact of Raheem Morris on the team. Additionally, the conversation touches on the topic of Dre Greenlaw's suspension and whether it's fair or not. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Prop Bets Review, plus the Commanders blunder over the weekend that led to a tie with the Giants
Hour 4 -- The guys discuss how Derek did in his Prop Bets for week 5 in the NFL. Plus another addition of Who Stepped in it featuring the Washington Commanders. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sean McVay thoughts after an OT loss to the Bills, plus Guy Haberman on the 49ers win over the Seahawks
Hour 3 - Another addition of Coach Speak featuring the Harbaughs, Sean McVay, and Demeco Ryans. Later Guy Haberman joins the show to discuss the 49ers big win over the Seahawks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
NBA Grab Bag, Week 5 NFL Recap, plus Andrew Luck previews Stanford's upcoming game against Elon
Hour 2 -- Another addition of the NBA Grab Bag featuring the Dodgers falling to 0-2 in the NLCS, plus Wingstop's new sour patch flavor. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How surprised would you be if the 49ers did not win the NFC West?
Hour 1 - Copes and D-Pop recap Monday Night Football's OT thriller between the Rams and Bills and how that impacts the NFC West with the Rams falling to 2-3. Later the guys discuss how disappointing it would be if the 49ers didn't win the NFC West. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Matt Maiocco with the biggest takeaways from the Niners win over the Seahawks
Hour 3 -- The guys continue to discuss the biggest takeaways from the Niners week 5 over the Seahawks. Later they are joined by Matt Maiocco to discuss how Mike Evans changed the game in the 4th quarter. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Is Mike Evans the biggest 49ers free agent signing in a decade?
Hour 2 - The guys discuss Dre Greenlaw's ejection and subsequent suspension and how that will impact the Niners defense. Later they discuss the significance of the Mike Evans signing and how he has helped the Niners offense. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
49ers defeat the Seahawks 32-29, improve to 5-0 on the season
Hour 1 - Copes and D-Pop discuss the 49ers win over the Seahawks an instant classic matchup between the two rivals. Later the guys field calls from fans discussing the biggest takeaways from the win. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tim Ryan shares some of his favorite moments with Mike Ditka
Tim Ryan joins the show to break down how the 49ers offense can get by the vaunted Seattle secondary. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Larry Krueger breaks down the keys for the 49ers heading into Seattle
Hour 4 - The guys catch up with Larry Krueger ahead of the Niners Week 5 matchup in Seattle. Plus the return of Mr. KNBR's Top 5 list Fleetweek addition. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The 49ers are off to a 4-0 start, can they continue their success in Seattle?
Hour 3 - The guys give the key factors for the 49ers offense against this suffocating Seattle defense. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The biggest factors for the Niners heading into their week 5 matchup with the Seahawks
Hour 2 - The guys continue to field calls on the 49ers and Seahawks matchup this weekend. Plus another addition of Piss Poor Prop Bets. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Niners hit Seattle for high stakes NFC West clash
Hour 1 -- Copes and D-Pop react to the latest Niner's news after Kyle Shanahan's weekly Friday presser. Plus they take calls from fans that are calling their shots for Sunday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Danny's Double Dips, plus Rich Aurilia on the new MLB proposal of 154 games
Hour 3 - Another addition of Danny's Double Dips featuring Fantasy Football and what to eat on game day. Later Rich Aurilia joins the show to recap the Giants 2026 season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rich Aurilia gives his predictions for the 2026 MLB playoffs
Rich Aurilia gives his thoughts on MLB's proposed 154 games season, plus a look inside the 2026 MLB Playoffs See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Is the 49ers and Seahawks rivalry back?
Hour 2 - Copes and D-Pop discuss the 49ers and Seahawks rivalry and how important this game is for the Niners on Sunday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Niners Ready to Ruffle Feathers in Seattle
Hour 1 -- Copes and D-Pop break down the biggest keys for the 49ers heading into their week 5 matchup in Seattle. Later the guys are joined by 49ers Head Coach Kyle Shanahan to discuss this tough Seahawks defense. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kyle Shanahan on the challenges that the Seahawks defense pose in the Niner's week 5 matchup
49ers Head Coach Kyle Shanahan joins the show to discuss how the 49ers will approach this week against the rival Seahawks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Advice from Derek, plus Stephen A Smith on Lane Johnson's retirement
Hour 4 -- Another addition of Dear Derek, where listeners seek Derek's advice about everyday problems. Then a Sound Soiree featuring Stephen A Smith thoughts on Lane Johnson's retirement. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Matt Barrows on how the 49ers matchup against the Seahawks after two ugly losses to them last season
Matt Barrows joins the show to discuss the key matchups for the 49ers heading into their week 5 game against the Seahawks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Is George Kittle the most important skill player for the Niners?
Hour 3 -- The guys debate who the most important skill guy is on the 49ers offense. Later they are joined by Matt Barrows to preview the Seattle game. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Are Brock Purdy and Kyle Shanahan the best duo in football?
Hour 2 -- The guys debate the best QB/Head Coach duos in the NFL and where Brock Purdy and Kyle Shanahan rank among the best. They are also joined by Sharks defenseman Luka Cagnoni to discuss his first goal in the NHL.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
49ers Gold Rush Hits Seattle with Perfect Streak on the Line
Hour 1 -- Copes and D-Pop react to the Kyle Shanahan weekly presser where he gave the latest injury updates and the biggest obstacles as the Niners head to Seattle to take on the tough Seahawks defense. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Luca Cagnoni on scoring his first goal in the NHL in OT win over Florida
Luca Cagnoni, the Sharks' young defenseman, is making waves in the NHL with his impressive play. He joins the hosts to talk about his journey to the pros, his first NHL goal, and what's next for the Sharks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Guy Haberman previews the 49ers Week 5 matchup against the Seahawks
49ers pxp voice Guy Haberman joins the show and talks about the keys for the 49ers offense going up against the tough Seahawks defense.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Matt Maiocco on why pass rush is his key area of concern for the Niners heading up to Seattle
The guys chat with 49ers insider Matt Maiocco about the team's impressive start to the season. With a 4-0 record, the 49ers are looking sharp, but can they keep it up against the tough Seattle Seahawks? Matt breaks down the team's strengths and weaknesses, and shares his insights on what to expect from this week's matchup. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sound Soiree featuring Mike Vrabel and Jim Harbaugh, plus Derek gets back to the movies
Hour 4 -- Another addition of the Sound Soiree where Malik Mustapha says he can't wait to play Seattle, plus Colin Cowherd praises Brock Purdy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kyle Shanahan on what changed for Brock Purdy at halftime, plus Guy Haberman on the challenges the Seahawks pose the Niners in Week 5
Hour 3 -- Another addition of Coach Speak featuring Kyle Shanahan, Jim Harbaugh, and more. Later 49ers pxp voice Guy Haberman joins the show to discuss the Niners grimy win over the Broncos. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Pan for Gold: 49ers look to strike it rich in Seattle
Hour 1 - Copes and D-Pop discuss if the 49ers really are the best team in football this season. Later they are joined by Matt Maiocco to preview their big week 5 matchup in Seattle. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Suspended NFL Refs, MLB Playoffs are underway, plus Andrew Luck previews Stanford's matchup against Notre Dame
Hour 2 -- Another addition of the NBA Grab Bag featuring NFL Refs, the division series of the MLB playoffs, Joe Mixon attempting to return to the NFL.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sound Soiree featuring Yankees and Eagles fans, plus CJ Stroud discusses the Texans 0-4 start
Hour 3 -- The guys discuss which of their prop bets hit over the weekend, plus another addition of the Sound Soiree. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Which of the four wins tells you the most about 49ers this season?
Hour 2 -- The guys continue to field calls on the 49ers win over the Broncos in week 4. They also debate which win has been the most impressive this season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
49ers win 24-14 over the Broncos, improve to 4-0 on the season
Hour 1 - Copes and D-Pop discuss the 49ers gritty win over the Broncos and break down the biggest takeaways. They also react to Kyle Shanahan's Monday phone conference with the latest news and injury updates. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Larry Krueger gives biggest keys for Brock Purdy and the 49ers offense against the Broncos tough secondary
hour 4 -- the guys are joined by Larry Krueger to break down the keys for the 49ers heading into their matchup against the Broncos. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.