Greg Papa is the radio voice of the San Francisco 49ers on KNBR. He's also covered the Giants and Athletics, the Oakland Raiders and Golden State Warriors for decades.

Papa announced the news in a written statement on the station's social media profile on Friday. It was also read on-air by KNBR program director Mike Hohler at the start of the midday show. "As I fully focus on my treatment and work toward a full recovery,

The 62-year-old, among the most recognizable voices in sports broadcasting in Northern California, announced he will step away from his daily radio show.

The longtime KNBR host shared the news Friday, saying he is stepping away from broadcasting to focus on treatment. He did not disclose the type of cancer.

Papa did not specify the type of cancer he is battling in a statement released by the radio station but said he is fully focused on his treatment and looking forward to a full recovery. “Thanks to everyone for your prayers and good wishes as I begin this fight,

Longtime Bay Area sports announcer and talk show host Greg Papa is being treated for cancer. Papa issued a statement on KNBR radio, where he hosts a daily talk show, and does the play by play for the 49ers.

Greg Papa, longtime 49ers announcer, revealed he has cancer and is undergoing treatment, per a statement released by KNBR on Friday, August 1.