Willard & Dibs

Full Show - August 19, 2026 20.08.2026 2h 57m

In Hour 1 of Willard & Dibs, Mark Willard and Dan Dibley discuss the idea of the San Francisco 49ers running back their roster for another season — mostly. They also discuss Louis Riddick's rant about abolishing the preseason due to injury concerns. Is there too much worry about injuries in the NFL? Willard argues that sports fans are getting too overprotective about injuries, especially since injuries will happen regardless. In Hour 2, Willard and Dibs react to Los Angeles Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh calling San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy "cool" following the two teams' joint practice on Tuesday. It's been quite the debate ever since. They also have their weekly chat with NFL Films senior producer Greg Cosell to recap the 49ers' preseason games, De'Zhaun Stribling's play, defensive players he highlighted and more! Toward the end of the segment, they discuss the Golden State Valkyries' matchup against the Minnesota Lynx tonight. In Hour 3, Willard and Dibs hear from Steve Smith on the 49ers receiving room. Smith claimed it was Kyle Shanahan's deepest receiving core since becoming head coach for San Francisco. They also discuss Terrion Arnold's situation, and what sports fans can tolerate regarding player conduct on their favorite teams. In Hour 4, Willard and Dibs react to the latest NBA trade involving Cleveland, Denver and the Clippers. Peyton Watson goes to Cleveland, Max Strus to Los Angeles and an unprotected 2031 Cavs first-rounder and 2032 Kings second-rounder go to the Nuggets. They recap how this affects the Warriors. They're also joined by Golden State Valkyries radio play-by-play announcer Kevin Danna to preview the Valkyries-Lynx game.

Crossover: How Much Time Does Buster Posey Get? 20.08.2026 23m

Willard and Dibs join Steiny and Guru during the Crossover to chat about the Giants' core position players, especially their high-priced infield. Could they move off Willy Adames' contract? What if Buster Posey wasn't Buster Posey? How long would his leash be?

Hour 1: Sports Fans, You Can't Protect These Athletes 20.08.2026 37m

In Hour 1 of Willard & Dibs, Mark Willard and Dan Dibley discuss the idea of the San Francisco 49ers running back their roster for another season — mostly. They also discuss Louis Riddick's rant about abolishing the preseason due to injury concerns. Is there too much worry about injuries in the NFL? Willard argues that sports fans are getting too overprotective about injuries, especially since injuries will happen regardless.

Hour 2: Greg Cosell Shares His Thoughts on the 49ers' Preseason Matchup vs Titans 20.08.2026 46m

In Hour 2, Willard and Dibs react to Los Angeles Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh calling San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy "cool" following the two teams' joint practice on Tuesday. It's been quite the debate ever since. They also have their weekly chat with NFL Films senior producer Greg Cosell to recap the 49ers' preseason games, De'Zhaun Stribling's play, defensive players he highlighted and more! Toward the end of the segment, they discuss the Golden State Valkyries' matchup against the Minnesota Lynx tonight.

Hour 3: Unpacking the Terrion Arnold Situation 20.08.2026 46m

In Hour 3, Willard and Dibs hear from Steve Smith on the 49ers receiving room. Smith claimed it was Kyle Shanahan's deepest receiving core since becoming head coach for San Francisco. They also discuss Terrion Arnold's situation, and what sports fans can tolerate regarding player conduct on their favorite teams.

Hour 4: A Trade in the NBA as Warriors Watch + Kevin Danna Previews Valkyries-Lynx 20.08.2026 47m

In Hour 4, Willard and Dibs react to the latest NBA trade involving Cleveland, Denver and the Clippers. Peyton Watson goes to Cleveland, Max Strus to Los Angeles and an unprotected 2031 Cavs first-rounder and 2032 Kings second-rounder go to the Nuggets. They recap how this affects the Warriors. They're also joined by Golden State Valkyries radio play-by-play announcer Kevin Danna to preview the Valkyries-Lynx game.

How Much Does Player Conduct Matter to Sports Fans? 19.08.2026 23m

Willard and Dibs discuss Terrion Arnold's situation, and what sports fans can tolerate regarding player conduct on their favorite teams.

Steve Smith's Comments on the 49ers' Receiving Room 19.08.2026 24m

Willard and Dibs hear from Steve Smith on the 49ers receiving room. Smith claimed it was Kyle Shanahan's deepest core since becoming head coach for San Francisco.

Greg Cosell - De'Zhaun Stribling Stood Out In Preseason vs Titans 19.08.2026 22m

Willard and Dibs have their weekly chat with NFL Films senior producer Greg Cosell to recap the 49ers' preseason games, De'Zhaun Stribling's play, defensive players he highlighted and more!

Jim Harbaugh Calls Brock Purdy Cool 19.08.2026 10m

Willard and Dibs react to Los Angeles Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh calling San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy "cool" following the two teams' joint practice on Tuesday. It's been quite the debate ever since

Are NFL Fans Getting Too Overprotective 19.08.2026 23m

Willard argues that sports fans are getting too overprotective about injuries, especially since injuries will happen regardless. Plus, Richie in Queens shares an epic cat story!

Should the Preseason Diminish Because of Injuries? 19.08.2026 14m

The guys discuss the idea of the San Francisco 49ers running back their roster for another season — mostly. They also discuss Louis Riddick's rant about abolishing the preseason due to injury concerns. Is there too much worry about injuries in the NFL

Full Show - August 18, 2026 19.08.2026 2h 59m

In Hour 1 of Willard & Dibs, Mark Willard and Dan Dibley discuss the San Francisco 49ers' joint practice with the Los Angeles Chargers on Tuesday morning. They banter about protecting players during training camp and joint practices. Later, they chat with football coaching legend Herm Edwards about the 49ers' wide receiver room with the addition of Mike Evans, why the team always deals with injuries, what happened with Brandon Aiyuk, the tough NFC West and more! In Hour 2, Willard and Dibs reflect on their interview with legendary NFL and college coach Herm Edwards, and point out a few of their favorite sports press conferences of all-time. Also, they react to Kevin Danna's EPIC call of Tip Hayes' buzzer-beating three during last night's Valkyries postseason-clinching victory. In Hour 3, Willard and Dibs wonder why Golden State Warriors general manager Mike Dunleavy receives criticism during his tenure. They also break down the recent receiver core the San Francisco 49ers have had, and whether this current group under head coach Kyle Shanahan is the best they've ever had -- especially with Mike Evans, Deebo Samuel, De'Zhaun Stribling. In Hour 4, Willard and Dibs continue discussing the San Francisco 49ers' current receiving room—featuring De'Zhaun Stribling, Mike Evans and Deebo Samuel—and whether they are the best WR core in the Kyle Shanahan-49ers era. They also listen to sound from Los Angeles Chargers head coach John Harbaugh about Kyle Shanahan and Brock Purdy.

49ers Hold Joint Practice with Chargers 19.08.2026 13m

Mark Willard and Dan Dibley discuss the San Francisco 49ers' joint practice with the Los Angeles Chargers on Tuesday morning. They banter about protecting players during training camp and joint practices

Crossover: Where Will the First International Team Be From in the NFL? 19.08.2026 24m

Willard and Dibs join Steiny and Guru during the Crossover to discuss the San Francisco 49ers' schedule for this upcoming season. Steiny also reads a quote from NFL commissioner Roger Goodell, who says there will be teams based internationally in his lifetime. They also guess the colleges shared by Super Bowl winning quarterbacks and United States presidents.

Hour 1: 49ers Continue Ramp Up w/ Rams + Herm Edwards on NFC West 19.08.2026 36m

In Hour 1 of Willard & Dibs, Mark Willard and Dan Dibley discuss the San Francisco 49ers' joint practice with the Los Angeles Chargers on Tuesday morning. They banter about protecting players during training camp and joint practices. Later, they chat with football coaching legend Herm Edwards about the 49ers' wide receiver room with the addition of Mike Evans, why the team always deals with injuries, what happened with Brandon Aiyuk, the tough NFC West and more!

Hour 2: The Valkyries Continue Making History 19.08.2026 44m

In Hour 2, Willard and Dibs reflect on their interview with legendary NFL and college coach Herm Edwards, and point out a few of their favorite sports press conferences of all-time. Also, they react to Kevin Danna's EPIC call of Tip Hayes' buzzer-beating three during last night's Valkyries postseason-clinching victory.

Hour 3: Mike Dunleavy's Critics + Shanahan's Best WR Room? 19.08.2026 47m

In Hour 3, Willard and Dibs wonder why Golden State Warriors general manager Mike Dunleavy receives criticism during his tenure. They also break down the recent receiver core the San Francisco 49ers have had, and whether this current group under head coach Kyle Shanahan is the best they've ever had -- especially with Mike Evans, Deebo Samuel, De'Zhaun Stribling.

Hour 4: Updates Following the 49ers Joint Practice w/ Rams 19.08.2026 51m

In Hour 4, Willard and Dibs continue discussing the San Francisco 49ers' current receiving room—featuring De'Zhaun Stribling, Mike Evans and Deebo Samuel—and whether they are the best WR core in the Kyle Shanahan-49ers era. They also listen to sound from Los Angeles Chargers head coach John Harbaugh about Kyle Shanahan and Brock Purdy.

Why Is All the Criticism Falling on Mike Dunleavy These Days? 18.08.2026 24m

Willard and Dibs wonder why Golden State Warriors general manager Mike Dunleavy receives criticism during his tenure.