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Does Jason Myers pass the sniff test?

Sep 1, 2026

Does Jason Myers pass the sniff test?

I have a theory that kickers are like milk: Once they've turned you've got to throw 'em out. So where do we stand with Jason Myers?

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A matter of balls and strikes

Aug 28, 2026

A matter of balls and strikes

Turns out that Anthropic's AI model can't hold a candle to me when it comes to knowing the Mariners' history of testicular injuries.

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Too ugly to ignore

Aug 19, 2026

Too ugly to ignore

There's a clarity that comes from losses as embarrassing as the one Seattle just suffered in Milwaukee.

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Law & Order: NFL

Aug 14, 2026

Law & Order: NFL

When it comes to players accused of crimes, justice doesn't have all that much to do with the decisions NFL teams make.

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A-Rod is not exactly the prodigal son

Aug 5, 2026

A-Rod is not exactly the prodigal son

Seattle might very well be ready to welcome Alex Rodriguez back this weekend. I'm not, though, and I kinda hope others feel the same way.

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The problem with the Luis Castillo deal

Aug 3, 2026

The problem with the Luis Castillo deal

The Mariners remain so budget conscious they must rob Peter to pay Paul or -- in this case -- trade Castillo to create spending room.

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Diary of a Mariners fan

Aug 3, 2026

Diary of a Mariners fan

Why did Seattle let Colt Emerson struggle for so freaking long?

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Mariners stuck in the middle ... again

Jul 30, 2026

Mariners stuck in the middle ... again

The Seahawks player I'm most interested in watching this month doesn't have much of a chance of playing this year.

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Here's hoping the Thunder get stiffed
LockSimple

Sep 20, 2023

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Here's hoping the Thunder get stiffed

Fifteen years after he ripped the Sonics out of Seattle, NBA owner Clay Bennett is looking for another sweetheart deal for an arena. Here's hoping he has a fight on his hands.

Fanning the flames of discontent
LockSimple

Sep 19, 2023

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Fanning the flames of discontent

If you're looking for a way to quickly alienate people and make new enemies, I've got just the thing for you: Arguing about Washington football on the Internet.

Geno Smith was Seattle's rock in Detroit
LockSimple

Sep 18, 2023

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Geno Smith was Seattle's rock in Detroit

The Seahawks quarterback provided a clear answer to anyone wondering just how they could win without their starting offensive tackles.

If coffee is for closers, who deserves a cup?

Sep 14, 2023

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If coffee is for closers, who deserves a cup?

Welcome to Crunch Time, a study of the end-of-half situations that are so fascinating -- and often so pivotal -- in the NFL.

Conduct unbecoming a head coach
LockSimple

Sep 14, 2023

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Conduct unbecoming a head coach

My annoyance with Sean McVay on Sunday showed that I might be old-fashioned, believing coaches should not taunt/goad/criticize opposing players during a game.

Crunch Time: Bucs at Vikings, Week 1

Sep 14, 2023

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Crunch Time: Bucs at Vikings, Week 1

The specifics from the end-of-half situations that went a long way to deciding Tampa Bay's Week 1 road win at Minnesota.

There must be a point beyond the pain
LockSimple

Sep 12, 2023

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There must be a point beyond the pain

I always imagined that writing about my family would be what provided a sense of closure for me. Turns out I had that pretty much back asswards.

There must be a point beyond the pain

Sep 12, 2023

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There must be a point beyond the pain

I always imagined that writing about my family would be what provided me with a sense of closure. Turns out I had that pretty much back asswards.

A most alarming loss
LockSimple

Sep 11, 2023

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A most alarming loss

Some of the names on that defense have changed, but Seattle's inability to get anything in the way of a stop seems to have carried over from last season.

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DANNY O’NEIL

A veteran sports journalist and accidental radio host, I show founders, entrepreneurs and aspiring executives how to connect with an audience, building their personal brands and creating awareness of their expertise.

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