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Wed., Nov. 7, 2018, 11:44 a.m.
Chiefs becoming must-watch show with Patrick Mahomes under center
The Chiefs and quarterback Patrick Mahomes are becoming appointment viewing as they shatter records and roll up wins. Need evidence? Even coaches pressed for time are tuning in to watch …
Wed., Nov. 7, 2018, 10:40 a.m.
NFL picks: Panthers and Steelers test their mettle in prime time
Two teams headed for January football, the Panthers and Steelers, get to test their mettle on Thursday night. It should be a good one in prime time.
UPDATED: Wed., Nov. 7, 2018, 6:20 p.m.
Saints sign ex-Cowboys wide receiver Dez Bryant
Dez Bryant has found a new team. He’s agreed to join the already prolific offense of the surging New Orleans Saints. The former Dallas Cowboys wide receiver has been looking …
Wed., Nov. 7, 2018, 9:28 a.m.
Surging Cam Newton, Carolina Panthers face red-hot Pittsburgh Steelers
Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton spent a portion of his summer studying Ben Roethlisberger and working out with Antonio Brown. Newton and his teammates will get a close look at …
UPDATED: Wed., Nov. 7, 2018, 2:38 p.m.
Falcons bolster pass rush by adding veteran Bruce Irvin
The Atlanta Falcons have agreed to a one-year deal with defensive end Bruce Irvin. The one-year deal reunites Irvin with coach Dan Quinn. Irvin was cut by the Oakland Raiders …
UPDATED: Tue., Nov. 6, 2018, 6:31 p.m.
Seattle Seahawks sit at .500 after step back from winning formula
The Seattle Seahawks successfully reset their roster and figured out a style and method for winning in the first half of the season. That made what happened in losing to …
Mon., Nov. 5, 2018, 9:34 p.m.
NFL sacks leader Danielle Hunter ‘just lets it rip’ for Vikes
The physical attributes Danielle Hunter has used to amass his league-leading total of 11
Mon., Nov. 5, 2018, 9:25 p.m.
Marcus Mariota recovers, Titans top Cowboys 28-14 in Amari Cooper’s debut
Kevin Byard mimicked Terrell Owens’ mocking celebration on the star logo at the 50-yard line from 18 years ago, Marcus Mariota accounted for three touchdowns and the Titans spoiled Amari …
UPDATED: Sun., Nov. 4, 2018, 8:42 p.m.
Seahawks’ comeback bid runs out of time against Chargers
The Seattle Seahawks came up just short in their latest comeback attempt, losing 25-17 to the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday at Safeco Field in Seattle.
Sun., Nov. 4, 2018, 2:48 p.m.
WIAA sets state football tournament first-round matchups
The Washington Interscholastic Athletic Association (WIAA) announced the seedings and first-round matchups for the state football tournaments on Sunday.
UPDATED: Sat., Nov. 3, 2018, 5:40 p.m.
Larry Stone: Seahawks chose wisely in offseason when betting on Russell Wilson
The disruptions that marked the previous few years have been conspicuously absent. Russell Wilson is thriving, Carroll appears rejuvenated, and the Seahawks are trending in the right direction.
Fri., Nov. 2, 2018, 11:38 p.m.
District 8 3A football: Kamiakin runs all over Shadle Park
Second-seeded Kamiakin forced four first-half turnovers, scored 39 unanswered points and handled No. 1 seed Shadle Park 55-13 in front of a sparse crowd at Albi Stadium
UPDATED: Fri., Nov. 2, 2018, 11:35 p.m.
Idaho 5A State football: Bounces go Coeur d’Alene’s way in comeback victory over Borah
The two punt returns for touchdowns, endless supply of big plays by both teams and enormous momentum swings weren’t quite enough to settle the Coeur d’Alene-Borah playoff game. It required …
UPDATED: Fri., Nov. 2, 2018, 11:17 p.m.
Prep football: Johnny Miller scores two touchdowns, Newport advances to state
Roundup of Friday’s prep football action from across the region.
UPDATED: Fri., Nov. 2, 2018, 11:17 p.m.
District 8 4A football: Furious late rally lifts Gonzaga Prep past Hanford
For most of the game, Greater Spokane League champion Gonzaga Prep stared at a deficit on the scoreboard.
UPDATED: Fri., Nov. 2, 2018, 11:15 p.m.
GNL/CWAC football crossovers: West Valley runs over Ephrata, into State 2A playoffs
It takes numbers to slow down the West Valley running game, and even more to stop it.
UPDATED: Thu., Nov. 1, 2018, 8:51 p.m.
Nick Mullens has sterling debut in 49ers’ 34-3 win over Raiders
Nick Mullens threw for 262 yards and three touchdowns in the most productive NFL debut since the merger, leading the San Francisco 49ers to a 34-3 win over the Oakland …
Wed., Oct. 31, 2018, 6:28 p.m.
Prep football: Top-seeded Gonzaga Prep leads area teams into playoff action
Football playoffs begin this weekend in Washington and state berths will be decided across the region while Idaho participates in state quarterfinals. 4A
UPDATED: Wed., Oct. 31, 2018, 5:06 p.m.
Jack Patera, first coach of Seattle Seahawks, dies at age 85
Jack Patera was 35-59 in guiding the Seahawks for six full seasons before being fired in 1982.
Wed., Oct. 31, 2018, 12:14 p.m.
Don’t let your sons play for DJ Durkin
Parents, don’t send your kids to Maryland to play football. Just don’t do it.
Tue., Oct. 30, 2018, 3:09 p.m.
Undefeated Rams make splash at deadline trading for Dante Fowler
The NFL’s lone undefeated team has just made an already dominant defensive front even deeper. The Los Angeles Rams swapped a pair of draft picks for Jaguars pass rusher Dante …
Mon., Oct. 29, 2018, 9:10 p.m.
Jameis Winston out as Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ starting QB
Jameis Winston’s inability to cut down on turnovers has cost him his starting job with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
UPDATED: Mon., Oct. 29, 2018, 6:33 p.m.
Larry Fitzgerald was so upset his son skipped his NFL game, he spiked a ball for first time
Throughout a long, storied career marked mostly by examples of sportsmanship, Larry Fitzgerald has never spiked a football in celebration of a scoring play. That changed Sunday and it’s all …
Sun., Oct. 28, 2018, 10:30 p.m.
Second-year Seahawk David Moore getting better every game
A year ago, Pete Carroll might not have thrown his challenge flag when he saw David Moore lose control of the ball as he hit the turf at the end …
Sun., Oct. 28, 2018, 10:13 p.m.
‘Retooled’ Seahawks gaining confidence with fourth win in past five games
Pete Carroll, John Schneider, anyone in the Seahawks front office – they refused to use the “R” word this offseason. Didn’t matter how many Pro Bowlers left or got hurt …
UPDATED: Sat., Oct. 27, 2018, 12:48 a.m.
Connor Halonen helps Gonzaga Prep top Lewis and Clark to claim GSL 4A title
Connor Halonen rushed for 167 yards with four touchdowns and Gonzaga Prep beat Lewis and Clark 41-33 to win the Greater Spokane League 4A title and earn a home game …
UPDATED: Sat., Oct. 27, 2018, 12:01 a.m.
Prep football: Hunter Tiffany’s two touchdowns helps West Valley clinch Great Northern League crown
Hunter Tiffany rushed for 61 yards with two touchdowns and visiting West Valley (8-1, 4-0) defeated East Valley (0-8, 0-4) 34-14 on Friday in the Great Northern League. West Valley …
UPDATED: Fri., Oct. 26, 2018, 11:22 p.m.
Post Falls pulls out thrilling win over Skyview in closing seconds
After a madcap final five minutes with three lead changes, including the winning touchdown with 6.7 seconds remaining, Post Falls football coach Blaine Bennett had a wide smile and one …
Fri., Oct. 26, 2018, 9:33 p.m.
Carson Doyle passes Shadle Park over Mt. Spokane in GSL 3A title game
Carson Doyle threw two touchdown passes and Shadle Park (4-5, 3-0) surprised Mt. Spokane (7-2, 2-1) – ranked fourth in state – 14-11 in the GSL 3A title game at …
UPDATED: Fri., Oct. 26, 2018, 1:47 p.m.
Prep football: Mead continues late-season surge with win over Central Valley to secure playoff spot
A midseason slump – back-to-back losses to Mt. Spokane and Gonzaga Prep – put the Panthers behind the eight-ball. But they recovered to finish with a flourish.