Greg Papa hospitalized, delaying his return as 49ers announcer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 12:37 AM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026
Greg Papa's return to the San Francisco 49ers as a play-by-play announcer is on hold due to hospitalization. Papa, 63, was admitted on September 7 with a worsening heart condition, cardiomyopathy, linked to his bone marrow transplant from March. He was scheduled to call games for the 49ers' home opener but will miss that event against the Dolphins. His medical challenges began with a leukemia diagnosis 14 months ago, and recent procedures have raised concerns about his health.
- •Greg Papa hospitalized on September 7, 2026.
- •His health issues stem from cardiomyopathy and recent leukemia treatment.
- •Papa missed the home opener against the Dolphins.
- •A GoFundMe campaign has been established to help with medical costs.
- 12:37 AMYahoo Sports — Greg Papa hospitalized, putting 49ers announcer's comeback bid on hold
"Greg Papa was unable to participate in the pregame show before the San Francisco 49ers' season opener in Australia, and will not be able to call Sunday's home opener against the Dolphins.
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