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Uniquely Talented Brock Bowers Creates Unusual Conundrum for Seahawks' Defense
Few teams, if any, have personnel better equipped to handle talented tight ends than Mike Macdonald's Seahawks. But facing arguably the best tight end in the game on Sunday creates a new set of challenges in Klint Kubiak's familiar, yet evolved, offense.
‘Sense of Relief’: Chauncey Wiggins Receives Preliminary Injunction, Granted Eligibility for Gonzaga
After being ineligible for the last two months, Gonzaga forward Chauncey Wiggins received a preliminary injunction in Spokane, clearing him to play a fifth collegiate season and finally getting the Zags to full strength:
"Clearly Not Good Enough": Kraken Pummeled by Canes in Finland
"Clearly not good enough." Lane Lambert's budding frustration was evident as the Canes utterly outmatched the Kraken in Helsinki. Is the early run ripping apart in the face of reality?
Redhawks Offense Stumbles Badly in Upset Loss to UTSA
The Redhawks men's basketball team came in as favorites against UTSA on Wednesday, but without Mason Williams, Seattle U's weakness behind the arc torpedoed their offense.
Seahawks Must Step Up After Schneider's Silence at Deadline
The NFL Trade deadline came and went on Tuesday without Seattle Seahawks general manager John Schneider making a last-minute deal. With no added help on the way, who must step up for the Seahawks to make another Super Bowl run?
Huskies Let It Fly: Washington Launches School-Record 50 Threes in Win
Washington improved to 2-0 with a 77-64 win over Mississippi Valley State, attempting a school-record 50 3-pointers and tying another record with 17 makes. The Huskies' revamped offense showed promise, but rebounding concerns remain as tougher competition approaches.
By the Numbers: Do Seahawks Have Blooming QB Controversy?
Sam Darnold led the Seahawks to a Super Bowl just nine months ago, but multiple injuries have opened the door for Drew Lock to impress. Has the veteran backup created a QB controversy? Or is the job still Darnold's when he returns?
WATCH: Gonzaga Guards Shine in Dominant Second Half Against NMSU + Takeaways From WBB's 2-1 Start
WATCH: Gonzaga's frontcourt deservedly got a lot of preseason love, but its guards are also capable of high-production. Plus, Zags WBB won two of their first three games ahead of a big road trip:
PODCAST: Did Seahawks Take Right Step Forward Completing Season Sweep of Cardinals?
The win may have lacked much sizzle without any splashy offensive plays or defensive turnovers, but the Seahawks were perfect in the red zone and played clean football against the Cardinals with six starters sidelined. Is that enough to inspire confidence a run could be coming?
PODCAST: Undermanned Seahawks Handle Cardinals 17-3, Secure Season Sweep
Missing half a dozen starters before kickoff due to injuries, the Seahawks leaned on the rest of their supporting cast around a banged up Drew Lock to continue their mastery of the Cardinals.
Redhawks Explode in Second Half to Soar Past Portland State, Improve to 1-1
For 20 minutes, the Redhawks couldn’t have been more ice cold in their home opener against a game Portland State. But they scorched the nets after halftime to secure their first victory of the new season.
PODCAST: Quenton Nelson's Unexpected Surgery Takes Seahawks' Injuries From Bad to Worse
The Seahawks already had a much more significant list of injuries than the Cardinals heading into Sunday's rematch at Lumen Field, but an unexpected twist on the offensive line only made things far worse on Friday.
Gonzaga Lights Up New Mexico State, Wins Home Opener 109-68
Playing with increased physicality in the second half, Gonzaga turned a close game at halftime into a blowout win over New Mexico State. How did the Zags create a lopsided affair in their home opener?
Huskies Comeback Falls Short After First-Half No Show
The Washington Huskies nearly dug out of a massive first-half hole, but ultimately, the slow start cost them in a 28-25 home loss to Penn State. What went wrong as the Huskies lost their fourth Big Ten game?
‘Pretty Embarrassing’: Idaho Punches Gonzaga WBB in the Mouth, Zags Lose 86-75 at Home
"That was pretty embarrassing. So I think it’s good motivation for the future, but I wish it didn’t happen.” Idaho walked into the Kennel and dominated Gonzaga WBB from wire-to-wire, pulling off a rare feat and giving the Zags an early-season reality check.
Washington Women's Basketball Moves to 2-0 With Dominant Defensive Performance
Washington women's basketball improved to 2-0 with a 75-54 win over Pacific. Despite a sluggish start, the Huskies' defense dominated, forcing 21 turnovers. Sayvia Sellers led the way with 17 points, while Devin Coppinger emerged as a defensive standout.
I Can't Afford to Cover the Seahawks Right Now, So It's Time to Step Away
Covering the Seahawks for the past nine-plus years has truly been a dream, and I plan to fight for that dream. But first, I have to get myself back on track to take on that fight.
Big Ten Picks: Demond Williams Jr. Earned It, But Can He Keep It?
Washington Huskies quarterback Demond Williams Jr. earned back some goodwill in a thrilling comeback over Nebraska. Can he keep it against Penn State? And who will win in the Big Ten this week?
Depth Over Star Power: The Kraken's Early Season Secret Sauce
It's easy to point out why teams like the Edmonton Oilers are near the top of the standings consistently. When you have skaters with the talent of Connor McDavid on your team, they can seemingly win a few games by themselves. The Kraken have no such all-world star on their roster.
Sam Darnold Injury Leaves Seahawks With Troubling, Yet Intriguing QB Situation
Set to play their second game against the Cardinals without Sam Darnold, Drew Lock's ongoing elbow trouble has muddied up the Seahawks' quarterback situation. But while Lock potentially being out as well spells doom, there's reason to still be fascinated to see what Jalen Milroe can do.
"What We Allow is What We Stand For": M's Jason Kanzler Promises Clarity, Accountability, Modernity
"Culture, in my opinion, is all the things that you don't allow." In his first presser with Seattle media, oncoming Mariners skipper Jason Kanzler promised modernity, clarity, and accountability.
WATCH: Gonzaga Gets First-Ever Win Over Purdue, Beats Boilers to Open Season
Breaking a five-game losing streak against the Boilers, Gonzaga took Purdue down for the first time in its regular-season opener. What contributions did each Zag give in a win that was a long time coming?
From Garfield to Montlake: Jimmie Haywood Coming Home to Join Huskies
Washington landed its first 2027 high school commitment in four-star guard Jimmie Haywood. The Seattle native brings athleticism, scoring potential and upside to Montlake as Danny Sprinkle continues building the Huskies' future.
Seahawks Unexpectedly Rule Out Sam Darnold for Cardinals Rematch
Out of the blue, the Seahawks will have to prepare on a short week for a must-win NFC West rematch with the Cardinals minus their starting quarterback, who suffered multiple injuries in Monday’s loss to the Bears.
Mounting Fourth-Quarter Comeback, Gonzaga WBB Guts Out Win Over North Dakota State
Knocking down timely shots late, Gonzaga WBB stormed back in the fourth quarter to knock off NDSU at home. How did the Zags put a forgettable first three quarters behind them in their season opener?
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