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49ers and KNBR Extend Partnership Amid Cumulus Media's Recovery

4/16/2026

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The San Francisco 49ers and KNBR extended their partnership for a multi-year term that began in 2005.
KNBR will continue gameday coverage with play-by-play hosts Greg Papa and Tim Ryan.
The announcement coincides with Cumulus Media's emergence from Chapter 11 bankruptcy.
Greg Papa, who underwent leukemia treatment, is recovering and aims to return for training camp and the Week 1 game in Melbourne.

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Story summary

The San Francisco 49ers and KNBR extended their partnership for a multi-year term that began in 2005.
KNBR will continue gameday coverage with play-by-play hosts Greg Papa and Tim Ryan.
The announcement coincides with Cumulus Media's emergence from Chapter 11 bankruptcy.
Greg Papa, who underwent leukemia treatment, is recovering and aims to return for training camp and the Week 1 game in Melbourne.