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A Modest Proposal: Seahawks, Raiders Can Help One Another With Blockbuster Trade
The Seahawks have struggled to run the football in 2026, in part due to backfield injuries. Could dealing one of their top free agent re-signings from March to acquire a former top-10 pick make sense for both teams?
Washington State’s Offense Shows Signs of Life, But Oregon State Proves Too Dynamic in 48-30 Loss
For the first time against FBS competition all season, the Cougars delivered some fireworks on offense with a new quarterback at the helm. While it wasn't enough to win in Corvallis, there's finally some building blocks to work off of.
WATCH: Mercado Bags a Brace as Reign Level Chicago to Re-Enter Playoff Picture Late
The Seattle Reign got a much-needed result against a Chicago Stars squad mired at the bottom of the NWSL table on Sunday night, collecting a 3-1 win on a Maddie Mercado brace (38', 84').
Huskies Struggle in 109-91 Exhibition Loss to Boise State
Though the game didn't count in the standings and there's plenty of time until the regular season starts, the Huskies clearly have a lot to work on after a rough exhibition matchup against Boise State.
Slow Start Catches Up to Sounders in Montreal Draw
A second half Sebastian Gomez goal got the Sounders a point against basement-dwelling CF Montréal on Saturday, but an ugly first half from the Rave Green gave away points Seattle couldn't afford to waste.
Upside or Efficiency? Huskies Have Interesting QB Dilemma With Demond Williams Jr., Elijah Brown
Expectations couldn't have been much higher for Demond Williams Jr. going into his third season. But before he suffered an injury against Iowa, the junior quarterback struggled, and the Huskies have looked far better with his backup Elijah Brown under center. Who should start once Williams returns?
Gonzaga WBB's Lone Freshman Abby Lusk Adds to Skilled Frontcourt
Gonzaga women's basketball has only one freshman on its roster, but there are ways she can break into a deep rotation.
Maddie Dahlien Suffers Torn ACL, Will Miss Crucial End to Reign Playoff Push
The Seattle Reign were dealt a devastating blow as they announced on Saturday that winger Maddie Dahlien suffered a torn ACL with the U.S. U-23 team.
'It's a Team Game': Seahawks Not Panicking After Consecutive Losses, Looking to Solve Problems Collectively
Losing three of their past four games, the Seahawks have looked like anything but a defending Super Bowl champion. To turn the corner, Mike Macdonald sees his embattled quarterback as part of the team-driven search for solutions.
New QB in Tow, Washington State Seeks Road Upset at Oregon State
Washington State is running out of time to turn its season around. After dropping their third straight game with a 17-16 loss to Utah State, the Cougars will travel to Corvallis to face Oregon State, one of the hottest teams in the country.
Huskies Ride Elijah Brown Experience to First Big Ten Win
The Washington Huskies managed a season-salvaging 38-26 win at Purdue Friday night. How did UW overcome 5 turnovers, and did Elijah Brown do enough to start over Demond Williams Jr.?
50 in 50: Mariners' Historically Ugly Defense Raises Equally Ugly Questions
The Mariners' 2026 defense was utterly horrific, one of the very worst in recent memory across MLB. Was even one player incontrovertibly good?
Takeaways: Mason Williams Shines in Debut, Redhawks Earn 71-65 Exhibition Win Over Ducks
With many new faces playing their first minutes for the program, the Redhawks traveled south to Eugene and executed a large comeback to earn an exhibition win over a Big Ten foe in Oregon.
Brandon Montour Injured, Kraken Recall Ty Nelson
Seattle Kraken defenseman Brandon Montour left last night's game with an injury. The team recalled Ty Nelson from the Coachella-Valley Firebirds this morning to help replace him.
Film Study: Seahawks' Offensive Problems Multi-Pronged in Denver Disaster
Even with almost 200 more yards of offense, the Seahawks couldn't get out of their own way and the Broncos set the tone with an aggressive pass rush to steal an OT win on Thursday, leaving no shortage of problems for Seattle to try and figure out entering a 10-day break.
Big Ten Picks: Huskies Look to Knock Off Powerhouse Purdue
The Washington Huskies football team finds itself an unexpected underdog at Purdue. Can UW get its season back on the rails with a win over the Boilermakers, and who else will win in the Big Ten this week?
Rapid Reaction: Seahawks Caught Sleepwalking in Prime Time, Comeback Falls Short in 17-14 OT Loss to Broncos
A heroic effort by a prideful defense kept the Seahawks in position to eventually force Thursday's matchup into overtime against the Broncos. But turnovers once again did Sam Darnold and company in, leading to a second straight defeat.
Halftime Observations: Seahawks Show Up Flat, Trail Broncos 14-3 on Thursday Night Football
Held to under 100 yards of total offense and just three points, the Seahawks couldn't handle the Broncos' relentless pressure and the defense laid an egg with an ugly first half in the Mile High City.
Sam Funches, Luca Foster Comprise Gonzaga's 2026 Freshman Recruiting Class
Committing to Gonzaga last fall, four-star recruits Sam Funches and Luca Foster could make an impact as freshmen amid the Zags' ongoing roster uncertainty.
Analysis: 5 Keys to Seahawks Victory as Seattle Travels to Denver for Thursday Night Battle
Heading to Denver for the first time since 2018, the Seahawks hope to right the ship after a tough loss to the 49ers just four days ago. How can Seattle exit with a big road win on Thursday night?
By the Numbers: Seahawks Rekindle Old AFC West Rivalry With Broncos
Playing for the first time since 2024, the Seahawks will visit a long-time rival in Denver seeking a bounce-back win. Which numbers stand out heading into Thursday's latest battle between former AFC West foes?
WATCH: Sounders Fall to FC Dallas on Frustrating Night for Offense
The Sounders dropped to 11-10-8 on Wednesday after a 1-0 road loss to FC Dallas. Although Seattle’s offense managed two expected goals, they couldn’t find the net and remain at seventh in the Western Conference with five games to play.
Preview: Position Battles to Watch as Seattle Travels to Oregon for Season-Opening Exhibition
Trying to take another step forward after a 21-win season and NIT trip, the Redhawks will have a lot of new faces battling for significant roles as they open the season with an exhibition match in Eugene.
Seahawks Rule Zach Charbonnet, Drake Thomas Out vs. Broncos on Thursday Night Football
Though he's made great progress since returning to the field two weeks ago, the Seahawks won't throw Zach Charbonnet back into the mix yet on Thursday Night Football in Denver, while the defense will be missing a key starter on short rest.
Storm's Flau'jae Johnson Named to WNBA All-Rookie Team
Seattle Storm guard Flau'jae Johnson was one of six players named to the 2026 WNBA All-Rookie Team after an outstanding first season in the league.
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