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'Darnold went Darnold'

Oct 12, 2026

'Darnold went Darnold'

Every time Sam Darnold throws an interception I hear Chris Rock's voice talking about a tiger's natural inclinations.

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Insider trading: The X's and O's of a scoop

Oct 7, 2026

Insider trading: The X's and O's of a scoop

One national reporter consistently gets health updates on the Huskies, and he's happy to tell you how young Washington is.

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The snarl and the swagger

Oct 5, 2026

The snarl and the swagger

You can't make an omelet without breaking a few eggs, and you can't have a dominant defense without battering a few opponents.

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Just trying to keep my head down

Oct 1, 2026

Just trying to keep my head down

One game into the conference season and Washington is in real trouble. I'm just glad our neighbors to the south haven't noticed.

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Clock Watch: Chargers are cheeks

Sep 30, 2026

Clock Watch: Chargers are cheeks

Vikings and Raiders thriving in end-of-half game management this season as well as a QB no one wants to talk about (for good reason).

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Two losses, two very different lessons

Sep 28, 2026

Two losses, two very different lessons

UW's Jedd Fisch has an issue telling time while life with Sam Darnold requires enduring the occasionally back-breaking turnover.

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Err check: Graham Bensinger

Sep 23, 2026

Err check: Graham Bensinger

Never trust a reporter with two last names and a feud with one of those moronic Paul brothers

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Seattle's death grip

Sep 21, 2026

Seattle's death grip

The Dark Side's ability to choke out an opponent was on full display in the desert.

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Seahawks seem defenseless
LockSimple

Sep 28, 2022

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Seahawks seem defenseless

The average NFL defense has forced just over four punts per game this season. Seattle has forced a total of five so far, a fact that is downright frightening for what lies ahead.

An adjustment of expectations
LockSimple

Sep 20, 2022

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An adjustment of expectations

If you're concerned about how the Seahawks have played so far this season, the issue is your expectations.

The attendance issue at Washington
LockSimple

Sep 19, 2022

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The attendance issue at Washington

Husky Stadium was plenty loud on Saturday night, but if anyone wonders why it wasn't sold out, you should look at the people who plan the games as opposed to the fans who attend them.

It was just so funny
LockSimple

Sep 13, 2022

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7 min read

It was just so funny

Of all the ways that Denver could have lost Monday's game, I never imagined it would be for lack of faith in the new quarterback, but here we are.

A memorable debut on the Palouse

Sep 9, 2022

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A memorable debut on the Palouse

Jessamyn McIntyre introduces us to the player who cinched Washington State's victory to highlight what has been a busy week here at the newsletter.

A sorry attempt at an apology
LockSimple

Sep 8, 2022

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A sorry attempt at an apology

It is amazing how poorly some very prominent people are at apologizing, and as an self-taught expert at being sorry, I'm here to help the folks who struggling to do this. Like Jon Gruden.

The tennis brat
LockSimple

Sep 7, 2022

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The tennis brat

Nick Kyrgios's ill-mannered run through the U.S. Open reminded me of one of my favorite descriptions for an uttery selfish athlete

Don't believe the hype
LockSimple

Sep 6, 2022

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Don't believe the hype

If anyone tries to say Pete Carroll wouldn't embrace his quarterback, remember it wasn't all that long ago a few of Russell Wilson's teammates were convinced the coach catered to him.

A fresh start for a critical player
LockSimple

Sep 1, 2022

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A fresh start for a critical player

The explanation of how pass rusher Darrell Taylor bounced back from a difficult first season is a hell of story, trust me.

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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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