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Browns’ Benard feels ‘blessed’ after accident
May 31, 2012 in Sports on Page B5 BEREA, Ohio – As sweat beads streaked his cheeks, defensive end Marcus Benard looked out at the green practice fields behind the Browns’ training facility. For a time, he didn’t …
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His chance to shine
May 29, 2012 in Sports on Page B3 METAIRIE, La. – Akiem Hicks looks the part of an NFL defensive tackle, even if his resume does not stack up to those of most players selected in the first …
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In brief: Armstrong hopes to make case for Olympic team
May 24, 2012 in Sports on Page B1 Cycling: Three women are vying for two slots on the U.S. time trial team in the London Olympics. Making the cut might come down to a five-day stage race that …
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Much to discuss as NFL owners convene today
May 22, 2012 in Sports on Page B4 With the New Orleans Saints bounty case moving to grievance hearings and court, NFL owners will talk about player safety when they meet today. The issue is on the agenda …
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Ex-Coug tabbed for USA team
May 22, 2012 in Sports on Page B1 Basketball: Klay Thompson is one of 13 NBA players selected for the 2012 USA Men’s Select Team that will train against the 2012 USA Basketball Men’s National Team during its …
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After helping out former staff, Wulff finds way to S.F.
May 19, 2012 in Sports Uncertainty surrounded Paul Wulff in the days following his firing as Washington State’s head football coach in late November.
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Saints’ Vilma suing NFL commissioner
May 18, 2012 in Sports on Page B2 Suspended New Orleans Saints linebacker Jonathan Vilma (pictured right) filed a defamation lawsuit Thursday against NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, claiming the league’s top executive made false statements that tarnished Vilma’s …
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All eyes on rookie Wagner
May 14, 2012 in Sports on Page B3 RENTON, Wash. – Seattle coach Pete Carroll has wanted the Seahawks to get faster on defense, especially at linebacker. With the addition of Bobby Wagner in the second round of …
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Work’s cut out for them
May 12, 2012 in Sports on Page C5 RENTON, Wash. – Seattle’s rookies reported for their first day of work Friday under a cloudless sky and their coach’s relentless optimism. The forecast for playing time, however, is significantly …
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Revis stands by criticism of Belichick
May 11, 2012 in Sports on Page B4 Darrelle Revis still is upset with Bill Belichick. The All-Pro cornerback said Thursday that the way the Patriots coach “disrespects” the New York Jets is uncalled for and not professional.
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Minnesota lawmakers raise team payment
May 10, 2012 in Sports on Page B2 Minnesota lawmakers working out the final version of a bill for a new Vikings stadium Wednesday raised the amount the team would pay by $50 million, a calculated move that …
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Leaf pleads guilty to stealing painkillers
May 8, 2012 in Sports GREAT FALLS, Mont. — Former NFL quarterback Ryan Leaf has pleaded guilty to charges that he broke into a house and possessed prescription painkillers. 13
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Vilma, others appeal bounty suspensions
May 8, 2012 in Sports on Page B2 NFL: Saints linebacker Jonathan Vilma and three other players suspended in the NFL’s investigation of New Orleans’ cash-for-hits bounty system challenged their punishments Monday. Vilma, named by the NFL as …
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Seahawks’ quarterback competition is on
May 6, 2012 in Sports on Page C1 RENTON, Wash. – Tarvaris Jackson took the first snap of Friday’s workout. That this fact is even worth mentioning gives you an idea of just how scrutinized Seattle’s quarterback situation …
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Seahawks will have rare QB duel with Jackson, Flynn
May 5, 2012 in Sports Tarvaris Jackson took the first snap of Friday’s workout. That this fact is even worth mentioning gives you an idea of just how scrutinized Seattle’s quarterback situation is going to …
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Nuggets bounce back against Lakers
May 5, 2012 in Sports on Page C2 NBA: Ty Lawson scored 25 points and the host Denver Nuggets raced to an early 24-point lead on their way to a 99-84 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers on …
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Seau suicide turns up focus on brain injuries
May 4, 2012 in Sports on Page B1 Dave Duerson made it easy to understand why he was ending his tortured life. Before the former Chicago Bears star fired a bullet into his chest last year, he left …
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Seau dies from gunshot
May 3, 2012 in Sports on Page B1 Through her tears, Luisa Seau said that there had been no warning of this. How could her son, Junior, who had so much promise in his life and during a …
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Police: Junior Seau found dead at California home
May 2, 2012 in Sports OCEANSIDE, Calif. — Former NFL star Junior Seau was found shot to death at his home this morning in what police said appeared to be a suicide. He was 43. 3
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Seahawks justify Irvin selection
April 30, 2012 in Sports on Page B1 The Seahawks’ turn to pick was approaching in the first round of the NFL draft on Thursday when general manager John Schneider experienced something that plenty of people can undoubtedly … 1
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Seahawks focus on defense in final round
April 29, 2012 in Sports on Page C3 RENTON, Wash. – Jaye Howard was inside a mall store charging his battery-drained cellphone when the defensive tackle got the call from the Seattle Seahawks, who told him he had …
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Seahawks select Idaho LB Korey Toomer
April 28, 2012 in Sports Korey Toomer became the latest player from the Western Athletic Conference to end up with the Seattle Seahawks when the Idaho linebacker was drafted in the fifth round of the …
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Seahawks may be in wild ride with Irvin
April 28, 2012 in Sports on Page C3 Associated Press In the weird world of pro sports, there are any number of explanations and excuses for misdeed and misbehavior – almost as many as are found in politics. …
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Seahawks draft Wisconsin quarterback
April 27, 2012 in Sports Finally, Pete Carroll and the Seattle Seahawks took a draft pick everyone knew. Seattle took Russell Wilson, the star quarterback who led Wisconsin to the Rose Bowl last season, with …
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Seahawks surprise by picking Irvin
April 26, 2012 in Sports RENTON, Wash. – B.J. Irvin couldn’t stay out of trouble as a youth. So when he arrived at California’s Mt. San Antonio College in 2009, B.J. became Bruce. 4
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NFL counsel accuses union of protecting Saints
April 21, 2012 in Sports on Page C3 NEW YORK – The NFL believes the players’ union is more intent on protecting the New Orleans Saints involved in the team’s bounty scandal than supporting its members who could …
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Leaf will be arraigned on May 3
April 21, 2012 in Sports on Page C8 HELENA – Former NFL quarterback Ryan Leaf is scheduled to be arraigned May 3 in Great Falls on burglary and drug possession charges. Leaf remains jailed in the Cascade County …
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Division II lineman Silatolu intrigues NFL teams
April 21, 2012 in Sports on Page C3 GREEN BAY, Wis. – It’s winding down now. The general manager, the head coach and a few trusted lieutenants are spending the final days before the National Football League draft …
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Seahawks announce 2012 schedule
April 18, 2012 in Sports on Page B1 NFL: The Seattle Seahawks will have a national television audience for their two prime-time games in 2012, including a home game against Green Bay on Monday night in Week 3. …
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Karras of Lions, ‘Webster’ joins players suing NFL
April 13, 2012 in Sports on Page B2 To a generation of TV and film fans, Alex Karras will forever be the loving adoptive dad on the 1980s sitcom “Webster” or the big guy who punched a horse …
