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.
Keenan Allen arrives in Santa Clara; were you underwhelmed or satisfied by 49ers trade haul?
John Lund discusses the intricacies of the NFL trade deadline, the Warriors' evolving offense, and the latest news on Brandon Ayuk's potential next move after being reinstated by the NFL.
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David Lombardi suggests the trade deadline went exactly to plan for 49ers with additions of Allen and Buckner
David Lombardi speaks to the 49ers' acquisition of DeForest Buckner and Keenan Allen, seeing them as smart additions, given the team's needs The conversation also delves into the Vikings' trade for Kirk Cousins and how it changes the landscape of the NFC.
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What does Kirk Cousins trade mean for the power hierarchy in the NFC? Plus, why big man depth could be issue for W's
In Hour 2, its more 49ers talk, and we dive into the NFC North, where the Vikings have made a major splash with the signing of Kirk Cousins. David Lombardi, joins us to share his insights on the trade deadline and the current state of the 49ers and Vikings.
John also shares his thoughts on the Warriors' current hot streak and why a lack of big man depth could hinder success in long regular season
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After the NFL trade deadline passed, we assess all the moves & what teams improved themselves most
How much did the 49ers improve their roster? Fair and Biased breaks down the NFL trade deadline, and previews a tough road trip for the surging Warriors as Steph and crew head to San Antonio
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Marcus Thompson details why Golden State is on current heater, plus his thoughts on WR acquisition of Keenan Allen
Marcus Thompson of The Athletic explains why trade for Keenan Allen brings a boost to the 49ers' offense and why Allen's playmaking ability is welcomed. Marcus also explains that the Warriors' success can be attributed to their depth and the play of key players like Steph Curry, Podz, and rookie Yaxel Lendeborg. He also discusses the Warriors' upcoming schedule, which includes a tough road trip with games against Houston, San Antonio, Dallas, and Memphis.
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A huge recap of the NFL trade deadline, plus Marcus Thompson on 49ers and red-hot Warriors after another win
Who improved the most at the deadline? John weighs in, plus Marcus Thompson on the surging Warriors after their 8th straight win as we finish the show
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The NFL trade deadline passes; Fair and Biased recap all the moves around NFL including KC adding Josh Downs
The NFL trade deadline passes as 17 moves take place across the NFL; SF acquires WR Keenan Allen; late breaking trades include Josh Downs to the Chiefs; John explains how moves will change dynamics around the NFL
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Rod Brooks explains why Keenan Allen is a great pickup for SF after being traded for a 6th round pick
Rod Brooks of NBC Sports Bay Area joins the show with the latest around the league as SF picks up WR Keenan Allen and the Vikings trade for Kirk Cousins after a disastrous Monday Night loss to the Bills
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Fair and Biased break down 49ers trade for Keenan Allen & Vikings trade for QB Kirk Cousins
As deadline approaches, John breaks down all details of the Keenan Allen trade, plus Rod Brooks joins with the latest around the league including Minnesota's acquisition of Kirk Cousins
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The 49ers acquire WR Keenan Allen from Colts for 6th round pick: breaking news
The 49ers acquire WR Keenan Allen from Colts for 6th round pick: breaking news
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Fair and Biased recaps a huge NFL Week 9, plus Lund's Last Call & National Headlines
The injury bug hits LA as Puka Nacua is hurt on the final play in a win over Washington; Fair and Biased recaps who impressed and who fell flat in Week 9, plus Lund's Last call as we get the best sounds from around the NFL, featuring a...corgi?
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Fair and Biased goes into the 49ers locker room after 38-17 win; has Jordan Watkins earned your trust at WR?
Jordan Watkins continues to emerge as a reliable WR after a breakout performance vs Raiders; we go into the locker room to hear from Watkins, Jalen Duggar, CMC, and DeForest Buckner on forcing 5 turnovers and ascending to 7-1
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Todd Husak details the impressive play of Brock Purdy in 38-17 49ers win over Raiders
Former QB Todd Husak praises defense for 5 turnovers, gives love to Brock Purdy and his elite processing, and discusses what direction the team might take in acquiring talent at the deadline
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After injury to defensive line, what is the priority for SF ahead of trade deadline? Todd Husak joins after impressive win
After losing Gracen Halton to injury for the rest of the season, is defensive line now the priority for John Lynch and crew ahead of tomorrow's trade deadline? Todd Husak joins after 7th win of the season and speaks to the incredible play of Brock Purdy while not having top receivers active
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It's Victory Monday as the 49ers move to 7-1; John Lund & Larry Krueger give huge takeaways from 38-17 win
the 49ers move to 7-1 after 38-17 win at home vs Las Vegas; Larry Krueger joins Fair and Biased with his huge takeaways from the win and how 49ers will attack trade market ahead of tomorrow's deadline.
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The biggest news from the upcoming weekend of football, and the best sound in Last Call
HOUR 4 - John updates you on the best from this upcoming weekend of football, from a list of ranked matchups in college football to the biggest games in the NFL that impact the 49ers' standing in the NFC. Last Call features Matt Lafleur reacting to Jordan Love's Halloween costume, Brandon Williams' shock of rent prices in the Bay Area, and Charles Barkley strictly carrying cash.
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Matt Maiocco joins before Aiyuk's scheduled reinstatement visit, and more on Warriors' sixth straight win
HOUR 3 - 49ers insider Matt Maiocco joins the show to talk about the reinstatement of Brandon Aiyuk, whether the 49ers will make another trade before next week's deadline, and how DeForest Buckner will fit back in to the 49ers' defense. The Nooner hits on the Warriors' comeback win over the Heat on Thursday night, and Raheem Morris talking about Kirk Cousins.
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Matt Maiocco on Brandon Aiyuk's reported return to the 49ers' facility ahead of 49ers-Raiders
49ers insider Matt Maiocco joins the show to talk about the reinstatement of Brandon Aiyuk and what his expectations are in terms of how and when the situation will be resolved, whether the 49ers will make another trade before next week's deadline, and how DeForest Buckner will fit back in to the 49ers' defense following his acquisition from the Colts.
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Q Myers on the 49ers-Raiders rivalry
"Locked on Raiders" Podcast and "ESPN GameNight" host Qiant "Q" Myers joins the show to talk about his perspective of the 49ers-Raiders rivalry, from growing up in the Bay Area to working around the Raiders now in Las Vegas.
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Q Myers is back in the Bay Area for 49ers-Raiders, and NFL trade chatter includes Jonathan Taylor
HOUR 2 - "Locked on Raiders" Podcast and "ESPN GameNight" host Qiant "Q" Myers joins the show to talk about his perspective of the 49ers-Raiders rivalry, from growing up in the Bay Area to working around the Raiders now in Las Vegas. John dives into some trade rumors in advance of next week's NFL trade deadline, including the likelihood of Jonathan Taylor and Mac Jones being moved.
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Warriors clutch second half leads to sixth straight win, and Bradon Aiyuk makes a comeback (?)
HOUR 1 - Headlines features Curry's big second half as the Warriors come back from another double-digit deficit to grab a win over the Heat and Brandon Aiyuk's reinstatement coming up this afternoon. Friday's Big Poll: Is 49ers-Raiders still considered a rivalry?
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Tracy Sandler on all things football and Last Call featuring Italian chef controversy
HOUR 4 - Tracy Sandler of the Fangirl Sports Network joins the show to talk about how the 49ers stack up in advance of their matchup with the Raiders, what the Chargers can do to offload salary before the NFL Trade Deadline, and the disappointment of Michigan football. Last Call includes Steve Kerr reacting to his doppelganger, Charles Barkley disappointed in trick or treaters in his neighborhood, and an Italian chef fired for refusing to put pineapple on pizza.
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Tracy Sandler breaks down all things football, including 49ers/Raiders
Tracy Sandler of the Fangirl Sports Network joins the show to talk about how the 49ers stack up in advance of their matchup with the Raiders, what the Chargers can do to offload salary before the NFL Trade Deadline, and the disappointment of Michigan football.
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Nooner: John Lynch update on Mike Evans injury, Draymond on ejection and Dillon Brooks scuffle, and Wemby goes off
HOUR 3 - The Nooner features John Lynch's update on Mike Evans' injury recovery and clarifies his availability for the Raiders' game. Draymond Green sound makes an appearance as he explains his view of the scuffle that got him ejected from the Warriors' Monday victory over the Suns, and a highlight on Victor Wembanyama's monster 52-point performance against the Mavericks on Wednesday night.
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The Power Hour: Tim Ryan breaks down the 49ers before Week 9 matchup with the Raiders
HOUR 2 - 49ers radio analyst Tim Ryan joins the show to talk about where the 49ers stand following the bye week and with a 6-1 record, including where they still need to improve before hitting the stretch run of the season. John and Tim look into where the Raiders can exploit the Niners, how they have fallen after starting 3-0, and how they can carry the momentum from their Week 8 victory against the Jets.
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Klay returns to the Bay Area with the Heat, and the 49ers react to Brandon Aiyuk's reinstatement
HOUR 1 - Klay Thompson's return to the Bay Area prompts the Fair and Biased poll Question of the Day: how do you remember Klay's time with and exit from the Warriors? John plays sound from John Lynch's appearance from the Morning Show addressing Mike Evans' injury, and sound from some of headline players reacting to Brandon Aiyuk filing for reinstatement.
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Jamey Eisenberg on the biggest names that could be moved before the NFL trade deadline next Tuesday
CBS Sports NFL analyst and Fantasy Football expert, Jamey Eisenberg joins Fair & Biased on the biggest names that could be moved before the NFL trade deadline next Tuesday
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NATIONAL HEADLINES: MLB Proposal today to union asks to implement a salary floor of 180 Mil, Adam Silver is reportedly open to the idea of shortening NBA games to 40 minutes, LeBron drinking wine during a game??
HOUR 4 -- NATIONAL HEADLINES: MLB Proposal today to union asks to implement a salary floor of 180 Mil, Adam Silver is reportedly open to the idea of shortening NBA games to 40 minutes, LeBron drinking wine during a game??
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Nooner: Tom Brady explanation on why the interior rush is such an issue, Kyle and John on the lack communication with Aiyuk, Interview with CBS Sports Jamey Eisenberg
HOUR 3 -- Nooner: Tom Brady explanation on why the interior rush is such an issue, Kyle and John on the lack communication with Aiyuk, Interview with CBS Sports Jamey Eisenberg
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49ers WR trade deadline options, Warriors making a $20 million decision on Porzingis and did Draymond think Dillon Brooks was Jordan Poole?
HOUR 2 -- 49ers WR trade deadline options, Warriors making a $20 million decision on Porzingis and did Draymond think Dillon Brooks was Jordan Poole?
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Brandon Aiyuk files paperwork to be reinstated to the 49ers, Massive crowds show up for Golden State Valkyries WNBA championship parade and much more
HOUR 1 -- Brandon Aiyuk files paperwork to be reinstated to the 49ers, Massive crowds show up for Golden State Valkyries WNBA championship parade and much more
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National Headlines: Bears beat Seattle, are they 49ers biggest competition in NFC? Plus Lund's Last Call
Its National Headlines as we break down the ramifications of the Bears victory in Seattle and NFL team that will be looking to move off expensive talent, plus Lund's Last Call: what is the worst marching band song that would ruin your wedding, MID WEDDING?
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Sam Amick details the changing dynamic around the Warriors as Yaxel Lendeborg emerges in rookie year
Sam Amick, senior NBA writer for The Athletic, shares his insights the Warriors' impressive start, led by Steph Curry's MVP-caliber performances, and how their young star Yaxel Lendeborg is changing the team's dynamics.
The conversation also touches on the injuries that are affecting several teams, including the Lakers and the Thunder. Sam shares his thoughts on the potential causes of these injuries and how they're impacting the league. We also discuss the surprising performances of teams like the Grizzlies and the Blazers, who are making a strong case for themselves in the Western Conference.
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As injuries rear their ugly heads early around the NBA, Fair and Biased breaks down the 2026 rookie crop
Hour 3 starts with a discussion about the Warriors' turnaround, with a focus on Steph Curry's incredible performances and the team's young star, Yaxel Lendeborg. John dives into the implications of Yaxel's emergence as a key player and how it might affect the team's future. They also touch on the NBA's current state, including the injuries that are affecting several teams and the impressive performances of some of the league's rookies.
The episode also features a chat with Sam Amick, a senior NBA writer for The Athletic, who shares his insights on the current season and its trends...
Draymond Green is ejected again: do you believe it fired up the W's, or is this just business as usual?
John Lund discusses the Bears' dominating performance against the Seahawks, with a special focus on the impact of Jeffrey Simmons, who had a standout game in his first outing as a Bear. The conversation also delves into the world of the NBA, where the Warriors are on a roll despite Draymond Green's recent behavior on the court. But it's not just about the X's and O's - the host also talks about the importance of mental health and how it affects athletes, including Green.
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Seahawks fall to 4-4 after Monday Night Football loss; Warriors go streaking after 5th win in a row
John Lund dives into the latest news, including the Warriors' five-game winning streak after a comeback win vs Suns, as well as the Seahawks' loss to the Bears, dropping the Seahawks to 4-4. We analyze the strengths and weaknesses of various teams in the NFC, as SF aims high for the NFC #1 seed.
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How will tonight's Bears/Seahawks game affect the 49ers? Fair and Biased debate, plus Lund's Last Call
In Hour 4, John weighs the importance of the upcoming game between the Seahawks and the Bears, and how it could impact the 49ers' chances in the NFC playoffs. Finally, its Lund's Last Call: professional wedding crashers, Bill Belichick, & November football to round out the show
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Jauan Jennings declines trade to 49ers; Larry Krueger weighs in on Bears/Seahawks & return of SEA RBs
Fair and Biased dive into the latest on the trade deadline; will the 49ers look to make some big deals? We discuss the latest news and rumors surrounding the 49ers, the Seahawks, and the Bears.
The episode also touches on the latest news from around the NFL, including Jauan Jennings decision to stay with the Vikings and the Seahawks' return of multiple running backs. John and our guy Larry Krueger share their thoughts on these moves and what they mean for the teams involved.
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Steve Kerr explains Steph Curry's load management and development of Yaxel Lendeborg
This Halloween weekend was a wild one, with the San Francisco 49ers and the Golden State Warriors both making headlines. The 49ers find out wide receiver Juwan Jennings reportedly said no to a trade, while the Warriors notch 2 wins in LA, & the Valkyries gut out epic Game 7 to win WNBA championship.
In this episode, we dive into the latest NFL trade rumors, including the possibility of the 49ers trading Mac Jones to the Baltimore Ravens. We also discuss the 49ers' decision to hold onto Mac Jones, despite the Ravens' desperation for a quarterback. Plus, we explore the i...
Ian Furness of KJR Seattle details the NFC West "arms race" as the West coast loads up on talent
Ian Furness of KJR Seattle details the upcoming Monday Night Football game between the Seahawks and the Bears. From the impact of recent trades to the importance of coaching, Ian shares his thoughts on what makes a team successful in the NFL. We also dive into the world of player trades and the strategies behind them, with a surprising twist that could change the course of the game.
One of the main topics of discussion is the recent trades that have taken place in the NFC, with teams like the 49ers and the Seahawks making big moves...