GameDay: Alex Smith Game Manager Myth
Alex Smith, game manager or "elite" NFL quarterback? Given Smith's history since being the first overall pick in the 2005 draft, I'm amazed this discussion is even taking place.
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Alex Smith, game manager or "elite" NFL quarterback? Given Smith's history since being the first overall pick in the 2005 draft, I'm amazed this discussion is even taking place.
The Santa Clara City Council Tuesday night unanimously approved $10 million in funding to prepare the site next to the Great America theme park for the construction of the new 49ers stadium.
Oakland Raiders running back Darren McFadden and wide receiver Jacoby Ford missed practice Monday, leaving both questionable for this weekend's game in Minnesota.
Justin Smith batted down Eli Manning's pass in the waning seconds of the New York quarterback's comeback try, stopping the Giants for a 27-20 victory Sunday in a matchup of NFC division leaders.
It's official. If the Oakland Raiders lose the division it's their own fault. Their defense stepped UP instead of being stepped ON. Their offense is suddenly balanced with a pro bowl quarterback even without their MVP running back.
The Raiders (5-4) broke a two-game losing streak and took a half-game lead over the Kansas City Chiefs in the AFC West.
Oakland Raiders running back Darren McFadden will sit out Thursday night's game in San Diego because of a lingering ankle sprain.
The hottest NFL cheerleaders from across the U.S. heated up the stands and our TV sets during Week 9...
The Raiders face the San Diego Chargers Thursday, just a few days after suffering a disappointing loss to the Denver Broncos. John Madden told the KCBS morning crew he thinks that's too little time between games.
The NFC West-leading Niners (7-1) own a commanding five-game division lead and could lock up their spot in two weeks if they keep winning and Arizona and Seattle both lose their next two.
With two consecutive losses to division rivals, a penalty count that's quickly approaching triple digits and a run defense that is among the worst in the NFL, Raiders coach Hue Jackson has a long list of issues that need fixing.
There's nothing fancy about the way the San Francisco 49ers are running away with the NFC West.
The 49ers have been road warriors during their first season under coach Jim Harbaugh, becoming the first West Coast team since 1996 to win three games in the Eastern time zone during their 6-1 start.
Oakland Raiders star running back Darren McFadden will not play Sunday against Denver because of a sprained right foot.
San Diego Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers fumbled a snap late in regulation in Monday night's game, leading to a 23-20 overtime loss to Kansas City. John Madden told the KCBS morning crew the mistake was inexcusable.
The San Francisco 49ers know they're going well when the big boys are catching meaningful balls to move the chains. They realize all is right when a flat second half still leads to a 10-point victory on Sunday.
The Oakland Raiders returned from their bye week on Monday by signing former Pro Bowl cornerback Lito Sheppard and are planning a workout for former Pro Bowl receiver T.J. Houshmandzadeh.
Frank Gore charged up the middle with his signature burst for a 2-yard gain, taking another step forward in franchise history.
San Francisco 49ers head coach Jim Harbaugh told me today that the team would look into re-signing players before the season ends. This season is unusual because of the work stoppage which forced free agents to sign last-minute deals, most for one year.
As a friend of Cardinals manager Tony La Russa, John Madden was routing for St. Louis to win Thursday night and send the World Series to a seventh game.
Terrell Owens held a workout in Calabasas Wednesday, hoping to attract an offer from an NFL team looking for a receiver. No teams sent representatives, but it was broadcast by the NFL Network and ESPN.
Hue Jackson told me the story about Jason Campbell finding out about the Carson Palmer trade on TV isn't correct. After practice I taped an interview with the head coach of the Oakland Raiders for Gameday. Jackson said he called Campbell after the deal was done...
49ers coach Jim Harbaugh is less optimistic about wide receiver Braylon Edwards returning from right knee surgery Sunday against his former Cleveland team.
Just two years after they started 14-0, the Indianapolis Colts are winless in seven games. John Madden told the KCBS morning crew the poor showing is all about the loss of quarterback Peyton Manning to injury.
As bad as Carson Palmer's three-interception debut with the Oakland Raiders looked, he views it as a valuable teaching tool.
Oakland City Councilmember Carroll Fife said she supports Oakland First Fridays because it helps boost local businesses, but said the city is dealing with a broader crowd-control problem in the uptown and downtown areas.
Police in San Jose arrested a man last week who allegedly ran an illegal gambling parlor inside a home.
Police in Oakland released additional details and vowed more arrests would be made, after dozens of riders on ATVs and dirt bikes took over the Bay Bridge on Sunday.
Rihanna, Sabrina Carpenter, Madonna, and Beyoncé all wore their best looks to celebrate the "Costume Art" theme at the 2026 Met Gala. Here are some of the best moments, photos, and more from the night.
Three people died and two drivers were arrested following two separate DUI crashes that took place on the Central Coast minutes apart Saturday night, according to authorities.
Oakland City Councilmember Carroll Fife said she supports Oakland First Fridays because it helps boost local businesses, but said the city is dealing with a broader crowd-control problem in the uptown and downtown areas.
Police in San Jose arrested a man last week who allegedly ran an illegal gambling parlor inside a home.
Police in Oakland released additional details and vowed more arrests would be made, after dozens of riders on ATVs and dirt bikes took over the Bay Bridge on Sunday.
Rihanna, Sabrina Carpenter, Madonna, and Beyoncé all wore their best looks to celebrate the "Costume Art" theme at the 2026 Met Gala. Here are some of the best moments, photos, and more from the night.
Three people died and two drivers were arrested following two separate DUI crashes that took place on the Central Coast minutes apart Saturday night, according to authorities.
Dozens of dirt bikes and ATVs will be impounded after a group took over the Bay Bridge, causing eastbound traffic to come to a stop on Sunday, authorities said.
Meteorologist Zoe Mintz explains how fog in the Bay Area forms, helping make San Francisco the coldest major US city during the summertime.
One person was taken to a hospital after an e-bike caught on fire inside a room in San Francisco on Saturday night, firefighters said.
A San Francisco tech billionaire is leading an effort to bring back local crab in time for Thanksgiving, arguing the issue is about more than tradition.
It will go into effect at 11 a.m. and will remain through Sunday evening. The NWS said it was issued as there is an increased risk of sneaker waves and rip currents.
Oakland City Councilmember Carroll Fife said she supports Oakland First Fridays because it helps boost local businesses, but said the city is dealing with a broader crowd-control problem in the uptown and downtown areas.
Police in Oakland released additional details and vowed more arrests would be made, after dozens of riders on ATVs and dirt bikes took over the Bay Bridge on Sunday.
Despite Oakland's growing reputation as a destination for food and culture, a slow economic recovery in the city's downtown is continuing to take a toll on small businesses.
Dozens of dirt bikes and ATVs will be impounded after a group took over the Bay Bridge, causing eastbound traffic to come to a stop on Sunday, authorities said.
One person was arrested after a deadly wrong-way crash on Interstate 680 late Friday night in Concord, authorities said.
Police in San Jose arrested a man last week who allegedly ran an illegal gambling parlor inside a home.
Three people died and two drivers were arrested following two separate DUI crashes that took place on the Central Coast minutes apart Saturday night, according to authorities.
Authorities on California's Central Coast arrested two people in an alleged identity theft scheme that may have victimized hundreds of people.
Dozens of Mountain View homes remain under a boil water advisory on Sunday, which is anticipated to remain in effect through the week.
Three people were killed and one person was arrested after a head-on crash on Highway 1 near Moss Landing late Saturday night, authorities said.
Police in Vallejo have launched a homicide investigation following the death of a woman who was dropped off at a hospital with a gunshot wound last week.
A whale washed ashore on the Mendocino County coast, as researchers say the numbers of reported whale deaths appear to be rising on the West Coast.
Authorities in Sonoma County are seeking help from the public after a series of copper wire thefts have led to phone and internet service disruptions in the western part of the county.
A rock climber at a remote coastal area in Sonoma County who needed medical assistance after a fall was rescued by a helicopter crew over the weekend, authorities said.
Police in Santa Rosa have arrested a man on multiple felony charges after he allegedly slashed the tires of dozens of vehicles in a neighborhood.
Jonathan Aranda hit a game-ending single in the 10th inning to cap a 4-for-5 afternoon, and the Tampa Bay Rays beat the San Francisco Giants 2-1 to complete a three-game sweep.
Jonathan Aranda hit a two-run single in Tampa Bay's three-run fifth inning and the Rays defeated the San Francisco Giants 5-1.
Cherie DeVaux became the first woman to train the winner of the opening leg of the Triple Crown.
Yandy Diaz and Junior Caminero homered to back six strong innings from Shane McClanahan and the Tampa Bay Rays beat the San Francisco Giants 3-0 on Friday night.
The Kentucky Derby saw a field of 18 horses Saturday in the first leg of the 2026 competition for horse racing's Triple Crown.
Police in San Jose arrested a man last week who allegedly ran an illegal gambling parlor inside a home.
Police in Oakland released additional details and vowed more arrests would be made, after dozens of riders on ATVs and dirt bikes took over the Bay Bridge on Sunday.
Three people died and two drivers were arrested following two separate DUI crashes that took place on the Central Coast minutes apart Saturday night, according to authorities.
Police in Vallejo have launched a homicide investigation following the death of a woman who was dropped off at a hospital with a gunshot wound last week.
Authorities on California's Central Coast arrested two people in an alleged identity theft scheme that may have victimized hundreds of people.
EBay said on Monday that it will "carefully review" GameStop's unsolicited $ 125-per-share takeover offer.
As AI-generated music spreads, Spotify says it wants to help users "trust the authenticity" of what they're listening to.
A memory chip shortage is driving up computer prices for consumers, reversing a decades-long drop in hardware costs.
The technology uses ultra-low sound waves as a way to extinguish a fire. It was just a theory until 2015, when a pair of students at George Mason University demonstrated the world's first sonic fire extinguisher.
The new Department of Motor Vehicles regulations allow law enforcement agencies to issue notices of traffic violations to autonomous vehicle companies when their cars commit moving violations.
An ice cream company based in the San Francisco Bay Area is recalling dozens of products after they were sold without labels disclosing potentially dangerous allergens.
Health officials in San Francisco announced Wednesday that an infant who recently traveled outside the United States has tested positive for measles.
A dead bat found at a Fremont home earlier this week has tested positive for the deadly rabies virus, according to authorities.
An East Bay woman is using the sport of pickleball to help find a cure for Parkinson's disease.
An unlicensed cosmetologist from Florida has been found guilty in a California court for providing an injection that killed a model who was known as a Kim Kardashian lookalike, prosecutors said.
"I do think this particular job plays a more direct role in the everyday lives of Californians than just about any other role in state politics," said Caroline Heldman, a professor at Occidental College.
The 81-year-old former New York City mayor has been hospitalized for pneumonia, his spokesperson said.
Hundreds of workers and labor advocates gathered in East Oakland on Friday to mark May Day, also known as International Workers' Day, using the annual event to call for a range of political and economic changes.
May Day protesters disrupted access to the terminals at San Francisco and Oakland airports on Friday, authorities said.
Negotiations over a $500 million dollar government aid package for Spirit stalled after bondholders balked at the terms.
Philz Coffee will once again sport the Pride flag at its cafés after a directive to have them and other flags removed created a backlash.
The Trump administration agreed to restore the Stonewall National Monument's Pride flag in Greenwich Village after it was removed.
Philz Coffee's move to remove the Pride flag and all other flags from their stores is brewing up some strong reaction.
Transgender women athletes are now excluded from women's events at the Olympics after the IOC agreed to a new eligibility policy on Thursday.
The Trump administration has given San Jose State University 10 days to change its policy on transgender athletes or face legal action and possibly lose federal funding.
Rihanna, Sabrina Carpenter, Madonna, and Beyoncé all wore their best looks to celebrate the "Costume Art" theme at the 2026 Met Gala. Here are some of the best moments, photos, and more from the night.
At Last Rites, the weekly gathering goes beyond simply watching a television show. For fans, it's an immersive experience, one that brings them closer to the world of "Survivor," and to each other.
Jake was at the funeral for one of his closest friends when he learned of his parents' deaths, he said.
Michael Tilson Thomas, the 12-time Grammy Award winning composer and famed conductor who led the San Francisco Symphony for a quarter century, has died.
Pop star Britney Spears has voluntarily checked into rehab following her DUI arrest in Ventura County in March, a representative for the singer told CBS LA.
Ever since the COVID-19 pandemic, the Oakland Unified School District has seen an alarming spike in the number of unhoused students in the school system who deal with a host of challenges far beyond what most children face.
Meteorologist and CBS News Bay Area's resident pilot Lt. Jessica Burch got a treat during Fleet Week, taking to the skies with one of the Blue Angels.
A Bay Area man discovered his devastating loss left him with a new opportunity to rethink how he lives -- follow his journey in virtual reality, 360-degree video.
A groundbreaking medical study involving the UCSF Medical Center has shown some colorectal cancer patients can safely skip radiation treatment and enjoy a potentially higher quality of life.
Every day, San Francisco bar pilot Captain Zach Kellerman goes through what might just be the world's most dangerous commute.
John Ramos reports on a Mountain View neighborhood that has water issues after a worker’s error.
Mary Lee helps tell the story of "Dick" Miyagawa, a 1942 NCAA boxing champ, who was a student at San Jose State before being taken to the internment camps.
Kara St. Cyr reports on the District 11 race.
with Zoe Mintz.
Ryan Yamamoto interviews David McCuan about the governor’s race.
In 2025, KPIX is moving to a new community service award: the CBS News Bay Area Icon Award. Submit nominations for an outstanding community hero at kpix.com/icon.
It's the most wonderful time of the year for a South Bay woman who has played Mrs. Claus for more than 40 years for the children of North San Jose's Alviso District.
For residents of the Oakland Hills, the prospect of another wildfire always remains a concern. This week's Jefferson Awards winner has made it his mission to make the hills and other high-risk areas safer.
In East Palo Alto -- where state education numbers show more than nine in ten public school students are low income and more than half are English learners -- many are finding hope and connection at the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Peninsula.
This week's Jefferson Award winner is Army veteran who continues to live a life of service into his 80s, by feeding hundreds of San Francisco families a week.
A Bay Area man who overcame tremendous obstacles to excel in school has made it his mission to gear up other students for success in the classroom and in life.
For Students Rising Above scholar Josh Collins it took moving across the country to realize the value of his Bay Area family.
Samir Hooker had to grow up fast after his stepfather was shot dead 12 years ago. Now he is watching over his mom and sister while attending UC Berkeley.
It's hard enough to graduate from one of the most prestigious schools in the country when you're the first in your family to go to college. Imagine doing that while you're also trying to protect your parents from being deported?
Some students who are the first in their families to go to college face the challenge of balancing a rigorous academic load while still working to help support their family back home.