Fair & Biased with John Lund
Fair & Biased with John Lund brings you the biggest Bay Area sports conversations, strong opinions and plenty of personality. A longtime KNBR voice, John Lund has covered some of the region’s biggest moments — from Giants World Series runs and 49ers Super Bowls to Warriors championships — and now brings that experience and perspective to the mic every weekday from 10am - 2pm on The Sports Leader KNBR.
Episodes
Rod Brooks of NBC Sports Bay Area shares his insights on the team's offseason moves and the potential effects on their performance: need a 49er name to make you sound smart? Rod has you covered. Rod also shares his thoughts on the team's draft history and how it may impact their chances this season.
The conversation also touches on the NFL's rising costs, with John highlighting the expensive ticket prices for the upcoming season an...
John Lund dives into the latest news and updates on the NFL, including the Jed York situation and the potential implications for the 49ers. We'll also explore the Padres' new ownership and the impact it could have on the team's spending habits. We discuss the recent comments from Lane Kiffin, the LSU head coach, on the topic of players returning to college football after being cut from the NFL. Kiffin's explanation has sparked...
Susan Slussewr of the San Francisco Chronicle recaps Rafael Devers' return to Boston and the Giants' injury concerns. We also touch on the Padres' new ownership and their potential impact on the team's future. An injury to Carson Whisenhunt has left the rotation uncertain after leaving the game with arm pain last night as SF is now in full evaluation mode for the rest of the season.
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John Lund plays "the schedule game": John gives his predictions for the 49ers' upcoming season, citing their strengths and weaknesses, and discussing the impact of injuries on the team's performance. We also welcome Susan Slusse on the Giants' season and the impact of the Padres' new ownership on the NL West and recap Rafi Devers' weekend in a return to Boston.
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The 49ers' offseason has been marred by controversy, with owner Jed York's recent scandal making headlines. But is this a major embarrassment for the franchise, or just a minor blip on the radar? John Lund weighs in on the situation, discussing the potential impact on the team's performance and the NFL's response. Meanwhile, the Padres' new owners are introduced; how will this impact the NL West?
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Fair & Biased Hour 4: John Lund breaks down all the hottest national news, John Gruden back on the mic, Michael Jordan jersey for 100 mill, & Puka Nacua likes McDonald's over In-N-Out (what an idiot).
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NBC Sports Bay Area content producer Jordan Elliott joins Fair & Biased with John Lund to talk about where the 49ers stand with veterans returning from injury and how they may look by the time the season begins on September 9, and how the roster battles are taking shape as the team cuts down to its final roster before the regular season.
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Fair & Biased with John Lund Hour 3: Lund breaks down press conference audio from after Sunday's practice, including Christian McCaffrey's first media availability since returning to practice. He also rationalizes Boston fans booing Rafael Devers, and analyzes prediction markets pricing different NFL teams as the regular season approaches
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Niners Nightly host Larry Krueger joins Fair & Biased with John Lund to talk about George Kittle and Christian McCaffrey returning to practice on Sunday, and Nick Bosa still sidelined while recovering from a torn ACL. They also talk about how the team will approach balancing their veterans' workload to keep them fresh for the biggest stretches of the season.
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Fair & Unbiased Hour 2: John Lund breaks down the Giants needing to find some core players for next season with the rest of their games this season, just exactly how Kyle Shanahan got to be such a great play caller & offensive magician, & Larry Krueger also joins the program to break down the 49ers roster & Jed York fiasco.
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Fair & Biased Hour 1: John Lund breaks down two huge pieces back on the field for the 49ers in George Kittle & CMC, Rafael Devers getting booed in his return to Boston, & Deshawn Watson also getting booed by the home fans in Cleveland.
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John Dickinson and John Lund recap a 41-17 preseason Game 2 win for SF. The 49ers' running back situation is looking a bit more promising after a strong showing from Kaelon Black and Sincere McCormick in the team's latest preseason game. The duo impressed with their performances, leaving some to wonder if they could be the back answer to Christian McCaffreys. Meanwhile, the 49ers' wide receiver situation is still up in the air, wit...
Hour 3 is all about the buzz regarding Rafael Devers' return to Boston, and the expected reception he'll receive from the Fenway Park crowd. Plus, John recaps his 49ers' impressions, including Jacob Cowing's impressive punt return and De'Zhaun Stribling's impressive performance. John lists the team's missed draft picks, with a focus on their lack of impact players and the teams they're competing with in the division.
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Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area jumps in after last night's 49ers win with thoughts on the potential impact of Jacob Cowing's impressive punt return skills to the concerns surrounding the team's pass rush. Matt shares his thoughts on the team's decision to keep six receivers, and which players are likely to make the cut. He also discusses the impact of injuries on the team's roster, including the severity of Renardo Green'...
Jonh Lund goes full "random sound" i hour 2, including Darth Vader, Fernando Mendoza, and"*another* Manning, plus Matt Maiocco recaps last night's impressive 49ers showing vs the Chargers, and we circle back to Boston's reaction to the return of Rafi Devers tonight.
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As the Red Sox prepare to face off against Rafael Devers, the former star player who was traded to the Giants, how will Bostonians react to his return tonight? The Red Sox have had a remarkable turnaround this season, going from being one of the worst teams in the league to one of the hottest. But how did they do it? Rob Bradford of WEEI Bost shares his insights on the team's surprising success, from their ability to stick to...
John Lund shares his thoughts on the potential reception Raphael Devers will receive from the Boston crowd, and we're joined by Red Sox reporter Rob Bradford, who gives us the inside scoop on what to expect. We discuss the pros and cons of the Devers deal and how it's affected the Giants' season, plus a potpourri of 49ers sound after a 41-17 win over the Chargers
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NFL reporter Eric Williams of Fox Sports recaps week of SF/LAC joint practices, including the Chargers' ability to get their younger players experience. Eric also talks about the Rams, who are looking strong this season with their talented roster.
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Hour 4 is a spin around the world of sports with "National Headlines," plus Lund's Last Call and a poll recap: if you were in traffic for 4 hours, who would you choose as your co-pilot: Steph Curry, Brock Purdy, George Kittle, or Mike Krukow?
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Our guy Larry Krueger shares his insights from the joint practice between the Chargers and the 49ers as Thursday's preseason game #2 looms. John also recaps his earlier thoughts on the potential sale of the Dodgers, citing reports that Mark Walter, the team's majority owner, may be forced to sell the team due to financial difficulties.
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