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Seattle Seahawks: To rest or not to rest, that is the question

David Champion — Sun, 30 Dec 2018 17:18:39 +0000

The Seattle Seahawks have their playoff position set as they head into the 2018 regular season finale. Should they rest some of their starters for the game?

Washington State Football: What you need to know for 2018 Alamo Bowl

Ed Stein — Fri, 28 Dec 2018 15:30:56 +0000

Washington State Football concludes their 2018 season as the Cougars play Iowa State in the 2018 Alamo Bowl. Emerald City Swagger has all you need to know.

Washington Basketball: 3 takeaways from Huskies win over Sacramento St.

Herbert Nightingale — Sun, 23 Dec 2018 01:49:30 +0000

The Washington basketball team continues winning at home beating the Sacramento State Hornets 57-41 on Friday night December 21.

Seattle Seahawks: 12s still waiting to exhale

Joel Carpenter — Sun, 23 Dec 2018 00:58:20 +0000

The Seattle Seahawks have been painfully inconsistent this season. As a result, the 12s seem to be flustered. Our Joel Carpenter dives into the situation.

Seattle Seahawks: 4 Takeaways from 26-23 Loss to the 49ers

Andrew Durant — Thu, 20 Dec 2018 02:23:28 +0000

The Seattle Seahawks suffered a big loss against division rivals the 49ers. Here are a few takeaways from the week 15 loss in Santa Clara.

Seattle Seahawks: Four Takeaways from Week 14 21-7 victory

Andrew Durant — Wed, 12 Dec 2018 23:08:15 +0000

the Seattle Seahawks took on the Minnesota Vikings on Monday Night Football and came out victorious. Here are a few takeaways from the game.

Washington Basketball: Week at a Glance – December 10-16

Herbert Nightingale — Wed, 12 Dec 2018 16:00:04 +0000

Washington Basketball: Week at a Glance – December 10-16

Washington State Football: Update on former Cougars in the NFL 12/2018

Herbert Nightingale — Fri, 07 Dec 2018 22:58:32 +0000

The first Thursday of the month, ECS will update how Washington state football alumni are doing during in the NFL this season.

Washington basketball: 3 takeaways from Huskies 81-79 loss to Gonzaga

Herbert Nightingale — Thu, 06 Dec 2018 20:50:05 +0000

Though it was close, Washington Basketball lost their matchup against Gonzaga on Wednesday night. Here are three Huskies takeaways.

Washington Basketball: Week at a Glance – December 3-9

Herbert Nightingale — Wed, 05 Dec 2018 22:35:43 +0000

A look at Washington Huskies games last week well as looking at games coming up this week.

Seattle Seahawks: Three Takeaways from the Week 13 43-16 victory

Andrew Durant — Mon, 03 Dec 2018 23:33:10 +0000

With the victory Sunday afternoon against division rival San Francisco 49ers, Here are three takeaways from the Seattle Seahawks win last Sunday.

Washington basketball: 3 takeaways from Huskies 83-59 win over EWU

Herbert Nightingale — Wed, 28 Nov 2018 21:06:03 +0000

There's no place like home for Washington basketball. Tuesday night they beat Eastern Washington 83-59 at Alaska Airlines Arena. Here are our takeaways.

Seattle Seahawks: Dud and Stud of week 12 – Carolina

Joel Carpenter — Wed, 28 Nov 2018 19:10:53 +0000

This week there is however plenty of duds to choose from. So many in fact that singling out a single dud poses a serious challenge for Seahawks fans.

Seattle Seahawks: Four takeaways from 30-27 win over Carolina

Andrew Durant — Wed, 28 Nov 2018 00:56:49 +0000

The Seattle Seahawks came into week 12 as underdogs and answered the call against the Carolina Panthers. Here are a few takeaways from the game.

Washington Basketball: Week at a Glance, November 26 – December 2

Herbert Nightingale — Mon, 26 Nov 2018 21:44:25 +0000

After three games in four days at the Vancouver Showcase, the Washington basketball team returns home for a pair of games from Nov. 26-Dec. 2.

Washington Football: Update on Huskies alumni in the NFC – Nov. 2018

Herbert Nightingale — Sun, 25 Nov 2018 01:48:55 +0000

Washington football has sent many players to the NFL over the years. Here is your November update on Huskies currently in the NFC.

Washington State Football: 6 takeaways from 28-15 Apple Cup loss

Ed Stein — Sat, 24 Nov 2018 21:20:52 +0000

Washington State football took one to the jaw last night as they lost yet another Apple Cup Game. Here are our six takeaways from their 28-15 loss.

Washington State Football: What you need to know for UW 11/23

Ed Stein — Fri, 23 Nov 2018 17:34:49 +0000

Washington State Football continues this week as the Cougars host UW this week in the Apple Cup. Emerald City Swagger has all you need to know.

Washington Football: What you need to know for WSU 11/23

Ed Stein — Fri, 23 Nov 2018 16:41:09 +0000

Washington Football concludes its PAC-12 regular season on the road at the annual Apple Cup game against WSU. Emerald City Swagger has all you need to know.

Apple Cup: History leading up to the 2018 edition

Randy Sgaraglio — Fri, 23 Nov 2018 14:00:26 +0000

On Black Friday, the Washington State Cougars try to end a five-game Apple Cup losing streak while the Washington Huskies look to continue their dominance.

PAC-12 Football Power Rankings week of 11/21 – Emerald City Swagger

Ed Stein — Fri, 23 Nov 2018 06:12:39 +0000

Every week for the remainder of the college football season, the Emerald City Swagger staff will put out our weekly PAC-12 power rankings. 11/21/18

Washington basketball: 3 takeaways from Huskies 68-66 loss to Minnesota

Herbert Nightingale — Thu, 22 Nov 2018 21:55:08 +0000

At the Vancouver Showcase, Washington basketball got off to another poor start in the first half. It came back to bite them in a 66-55 loss to Minnesota.

Gonzaga Bulldogs: Takeaways from Maui Invitational Championship Win

Laura Rammos — Thu, 22 Nov 2018 17:17:44 +0000

The Gonzaga Bulldogs capped off their successful Maui Jim Invitational with an 89-87 win in the championship game over previously top-ranked Duke...

Washington State Football: Road to the College Football Playoff 11/22

Ed Stein — Thu, 22 Nov 2018 16:11:24 +0000

These are some of the things that need to happen for the eighth-ranked Washington State football to get a spot in the Playoffs.

Washington State football: How the Cougars matchup against each UW unit

Ed Stein — Thu, 22 Nov 2018 05:26:05 +0000

We are days away from the 2018 Apple Cup. This how the Washington State football team matches up against each position area of UW's team.

Washington football: How the Huskies matchup against each WSU unit

Ed Stein — Thu, 22 Nov 2018 00:19:31 +0000

We are days away from the 2018 Apple Cup. This how the Washington football team matches up against each area of WSU's team.

Washington basketball: 3 takeaways from Huskies 71-67 win over TAMU

Herbert Nightingale — Wed, 21 Nov 2018 21:52:00 +0000

Washington basketball won their third game in a row Tuesday night to increase record to 4-1. Here are our 3 takeaways from the 71-67 win over Texas A&M.

Gonzaga Bulldogs: Takeaways from a 91-74 win over Arizona

Laura Rammos — Wed, 21 Nov 2018 20:10:36 +0000

Tuesday night the Gonzaga Bulldogs faced a tough Arizona Wildcats team in the semifinals of the Maui Invitational. Here are our takeaways.

Seattle Seahawks: Is D.J. Fluker the Germain Ifedi whisperer?

David Champion — Wed, 21 Nov 2018 18:06:21 +0000

There a big difference in the play of Seattle Seahawks tackle Germain Ifedi with and without D.J. Fluker next to him. Is Fluker the Ifedi whisperer?

Washington football: Coach Petersen’s presser 11/19, what we learned

Randy Sgaraglio — Wed, 21 Nov 2018 16:46:40 +0000

Washington football head coach Chris Petersen held his weekly Monday morning press conference on 11/19. Here are some things we learned from it.

Seattle Mariners trade James Paxton. Deja vu or re-imagining?

Joel Carpenter — Wed, 21 Nov 2018 04:17:16 +0000

The Seattle Mariners completed a four-player trade on Monday, sending James Paxton to the New York Yankees for three prospects including Justus Sheffield.

Washington Basketball: Week at a Glance – November 19-25

Herbert Nightingale — Wed, 21 Nov 2018 00:52:18 +0000

The 3-1 University of Washington basketball team plays two games this week at a neutral site in the Vancouver Showcase in Vancouver, British Columbia.

Gonzaga Bulldogs: 3 Takeaways from 84-78 win over Illinois

Ed Stein — Tue, 20 Nov 2018 23:20:44 +0000

The Gonzaga Bulldogs won their opening game at the Maui Invitational. They beat the Illinois Fighting Illini 84-78 in a thriller. These are our takeaways.

Apple Cup Series: Legendary games and legendary figures

Randy Sgaraglio — Tue, 20 Nov 2018 19:59:28 +0000

The 2018 Apple Cup will be played in Pullman, Washington. There have been some memorable games and memorable players. We look back at a few of them.

Washington basketball: 3 takeaways from Huskies 82-68 win over Santa Clara

Herbert Nightingale — Tue, 20 Nov 2018 02:58:47 +0000

Washington basketball upped their record to 3-1 with a win over the Santa Clara Broncos at the Vancouver Showcase in Vancouver B.C. Here are our takeaways.

Gonzaga Bulldogs: Reflections on runaway win over TAMU

Laura Rammos — Mon, 19 Nov 2018 21:16:15 +0000

Heading into this week's Maui Classic, we reviewed the Gonzaga Bulldogs last game against Texas A&M. These are the top 3 lessons from a statement win.

Seattle Seahawks: Russell Wilson, the Good, the Bad and the Perplexing

Joel Carpenter — Mon, 19 Nov 2018 21:04:21 +0000

The Seattle Seahawks desperately needed Russell to provide a quality start to keep their playoff hopes off life support. He provided that - sort of.

Washington State Football: 5 takeaways from 69-28 win over Arizona

Ed Stein — Mon, 19 Nov 2018 00:11:29 +0000

Washington State football racked up another conference win. They destroyed PAC-12 South Division co-leaders Arizona, 69-18. Here are our five takeaways.

Washington State Football: What you need to know for Arizona 11/17

Ed Stein — Sat, 17 Nov 2018 23:01:19 +0000

Washington State Football continues this week as the Cougars host Arizona this week. Emerald City Swagger has all you need to know.

Seattle Seahawks: Four Takeaways from Week 11 vs Packers

Andrew Durant — Sat, 17 Nov 2018 02:50:48 +0000

The Seattle Seahawks played a good game against Green Bay, Thursday night. Here are a few takeaways from a 27-24 win against a good team.

Update on NFL players with State of Washington ties

Herbert Nightingale — Fri, 16 Nov 2018 23:04:45 +0000

The State of Washington has sent many players to the NFL over the years. Here is the November update on some home state heroes. Nov. 2018.

PAC-12 Football Power Rankings week of 11/14 – Emerald City Swagger

Jordan Cordano — Fri, 16 Nov 2018 20:19:37 +0000

Every week for the remainder of the college football season, the Emerald City Swagger staff will put out our weekly PAC-12 power rankings. 11/14/18

Seattle Seahawks: Four Takeaways from week 10 vs Rams

Andrew Durant — Wed, 14 Nov 2018 22:55:20 +0000

The Seattle Seahawks lost a hard fought battle against the Los Angeles Rams in week 9, here are some takeaways from the loss.

Seattle Seahawks: Studs and Duds of week 9 vs the Rams

Joel Carpenter — Tue, 13 Nov 2018 19:50:29 +0000

The Seattle Seahawks had a chance to pull a win out against the Los Angeles Rams for the second time this season, but fell short. Who performed well?

Washington Basketball: Week at a Glance – November 12-18

Herbert Nightingale — Tue, 13 Nov 2018 01:05:14 +0000

The Washington basketball team continues its season this week. They play a pair of tough games one at home and one on the road.

Washington State Football: 6 takeaways from 31-7 win over Colorado

Ed Stein — Mon, 12 Nov 2018 02:11:09 +0000

Washington State football won a conference road game over Colorado from the PAC-12 South Division 31-7. Here are our takeaways from another quality win.

Seattle Seahawks: What you need to know for L.A. Rams 11/11

Ed Stein — Sun, 11 Nov 2018 17:34:55 +0000

The Seattle Seahawks face the first place Rams in Los Angeles. Emerald City Swagger has all you need to know for today’s game.

Seattle Seahawks: A loss to the Rams won’t give Hawks a broken wing

Andrew Durant — Sun, 11 Nov 2018 02:00:26 +0000

The Seattle Seahawks are facing the NFC West leaders, the LA Rams for the second time this season on Sunday. Will they be able to pull off an upset?

Washington basketball: 4 takeaways from 88-66 loss at Auburn

Herbert Nightingale — Sat, 10 Nov 2018 18:56:42 +0000

It was a tough night for Washington basketball at Auburn on Friday. Herb Nightingale has our four takeaways from the Huskies 88-66 loss.

Washington State Football: What you need to know for Colorado 11/10

Ed Stein — Sat, 10 Nov 2018 16:21:34 +0000

Washington State Football continues this week as the Cougars head to Colorado this week. Emerald City Swagger has all you need to know.

Seattle Mariners: November mailbag – Face of the franchise and more

Ed Stein — Sat, 10 Nov 2018 06:55:10 +0000

It’s the second Friday of the month, which means it’s time for the monthly Seattle Mariners mailbag. You ask the questions and our staff answers. Nov. 2018.

Washington State Football: Road to the College Football Playoff

Ed Stein — Sat, 10 Nov 2018 04:50:53 +0000

These are some of the things that need to happen for the eighth-ranked Washington State football to get a spot in the Playoffs.

Football Predictions – November 10-11, WSU, Seahawks, SNF

Ed Stein — Sat, 10 Nov 2018 00:13:10 +0000

This is week ten of our football predictions. Find out who we like in the WSU, Seahawks, and Sunday Night football games.

Washington Football: Update on Huskies alumni in the AFC – 11/8/18

Herbert Nightingale — Fri, 09 Nov 2018 06:41:25 +0000

Washington football has sent many players to the NFL over the years. Here is your monthly update on Huskies currently in the AFC.

Seattle Mariners: Zunino part of 5 player swap. What it means for the M’s.

Joel Carpenter — Fri, 09 Nov 2018 04:32:15 +0000

The Seattle Mariners season last year as a group was a reflection of the two Key players dealt today by the Seattle front office in a five-player trade.

Gonzaga Bulldogs: 3 Takeaways from 120-79 win over Idaho State

Laura Rammos — Thu, 08 Nov 2018 23:20:24 +0000

The Gonzaga Bulldogs won their season opener convincingly with a 120-79 win over Idaho State. Laura Rammos has her three takeaways from the game.

Roundtable: Washington State football still ranked 8th. Is that too low?

Ed Stein — Thu, 08 Nov 2018 21:46:08 +0000

This is the second month of Emerald City Swagger's NCAA football roundtable. Washington State football is eighth in the playoff rankings. Is that too low?

Washington basketball: 4 takeaways from 73-55 win over Western Kentucky

Herbert Nightingale — Thu, 08 Nov 2018 01:21:02 +0000

The 2018-19 Washington basketball season got off to a good start with a 73-55 win over Western Kentucky. Here are our takeaways from the game.<...

Washington State football: Mike Leach’s presser 11/5, impressions

Ed Stein — Wed, 07 Nov 2018 22:51:35 +0000

Washington State football head coach Mike Leach held his weekly press conference on Monday. Here are a few things we learned.

Washington Football: 6 ways to revive Jake Browning’s draft stock

Joel Carpenter — Wed, 07 Nov 2018 04:19:06 +0000

Washington football has produced quality NFL quarterbacks, Jake Browning is next. Here are six things he can do to improve his falling draft stock.

Seattle Seahawks: The dud and stud of game 8 – L.A. Chargers

Ed Stein — Tue, 06 Nov 2018 23:06:24 +0000

Every week the Seattle Seahawks play, ECS will have a dud and stud of the game. We honor those who did well and call out those who didn't. Game 8 - Chargers

Seattle Seahawks: Don’t throw in the towel on Russell Wilson YET

David Champion — Tue, 06 Nov 2018 19:37:27 +0000

Seattle Seahawks fans were disappointed in Russell Wilson on Sunday. Some 12s were calling for backup QB Brett Huntley. That's a bad idea, here's why.

Washington football: Huskies hold off Stanford 27-23, 3 takeaways

Matt Barry — Tue, 06 Nov 2018 02:23:57 +0000

It was a bounce-back Saturday as the Washington football team beat Stanford 27-23. Here are three takeaways from an important win.

Washington Basketball: Week at a Glance – November 5-11

Herbert Nightingale — Tue, 06 Nov 2018 01:00:42 +0000

The Washington Huskies men’s basketball team starts their regular season this week. They play a pair of tough games one at home and one on the road.

Gonzaga Bulldogs: Week at a glance, November 5-11

Ed Stein — Mon, 05 Nov 2018 22:45:24 +0000

The 2018-19 season begins Monday night for the Gonzaga Bulldogs. Here is a look at their first week of official competition.

Seattle Seahawks: 6 Takeaways from 25-17 loss To The Bolts

Joel Carpenter — Mon, 05 Nov 2018 20:17:46 +0000

The Seattle Seahawks fell back to .500 with a 25-17 loss to the visiting L.A. Chargers. Here are our takeaways from a dismal loss on Sunday.

Washington State Football: 6 takeaways from 19-13 win over Cal

Ed Stein — Sun, 04 Nov 2018 20:36:08 +0000

The Washington State football beat another PAC-12 North Division rival, California, on Saturday, 4 Here are our takeaways from the Cougs 19-13 victory.

Seattle Seahawks: What you need to know for L.A. Chargers 11/4

Ed Stein — Sun, 04 Nov 2018 16:15:47 +0000

The Seattle Seahawks host a familiar foe, the L.A. Chargers. Emerald City Swagger has all you need to know for today’s game.

Seattle Seahawks defense continues surge despite inexperience

Joel Carpenter — Sun, 04 Nov 2018 14:00:49 +0000

For as much attention as the Seattle Seahawks offense has received in recent weeks, their defense is playing at a championship level.

Washington State Football: What you need to know for Cal 11/3

Ed Stein — Sat, 03 Nov 2018 19:59:57 +0000

Washington State Football continues this week as the Cougars host California this week. Emerald City Swagger has all you need to know.

Washington Football: What you need to know for Stanford 11/3

Ed Stein — Sat, 03 Nov 2018 18:11:05 +0000

Washington Football resumes its PAC-12 season, as the Huskies host Stanford. Emerald City Swagger has all you need to know.

Gonzaga Bulldogs: Exhibition win leaves unanswered questions

Laura Rammos — Sat, 03 Nov 2018 05:39:43 +0000

The Gonzaga Bulldogs gave their fans at the kennel a preview of the 2018-19 season Thursday night. They beat CWU 108-69 in an exhibition game.

Football Predictions – November 3-4, UW, WSU, Seahawks, SNF

Ed Stein — Sat, 03 Nov 2018 04:53:53 +0000

This is week nine of our football predictions. Find out who we like in the UW, WSU, Seahawks, and Sunday Night football games.

Seattle Mariners: Mitch Haniger, and Edgar Martinez headed to Japan

Jaymin Bernhardt — Sat, 03 Nov 2018 01:35:02 +0000

A few members of the 2018 Seattle Mariners will be part of the team Major League Baseball will send to Japan for their annual tour.

Washington Basketball: 3 takeaways from SPU exhibition game 11/01

Herbert Nightingale — Sat, 03 Nov 2018 00:58:24 +0000

Thursday night the Washington basketball team played an exhibition game against Division II Seattle Pacific University. Here are our three takeaways.

Seattle Mariners: Trading for Joc Pederson from L.A. – 3 scenarios

Ed Stein — Fri, 02 Nov 2018 18:58:27 +0000

Joc Peterson would be a great option to fill the Seattle Mariners hole in center field. We asked three Dodgers writers what it would take to make a trade.

Seattle Seahawks: The surprising rise of George Fant

Lucas Duncan — Fri, 02 Nov 2018 16:08:39 +0000

As the Seattle Seahawks offense continues to rise, So does tackle George Fant's role within it. His unique skill set makes him an effective weapon.

Seattle Seahawks receiver David Moore working his way to success

Herbert Nightingale — Fri, 02 Nov 2018 02:38:14 +0000

Seattle Seahawks 2017 seventh round pick David Moore has worked his way up from practice squad player to valuable member of the receiving corps.

Washington State Football: Update on Cougars alumni in the NFL 11/2018

Herbert Nightingale — Fri, 02 Nov 2018 00:01:44 +0000

Every year Washington State football sends players in the NFL. The first Thursday of the month, ECS will update how Cougs alumni are doing this season.

Seattle Mariners: Off-season maneuvers needed to fine-tune roster

Randy Sgaraglio — Thu, 01 Nov 2018 16:46:58 +0000

2018 was a good, not great, season for the Seattle Mariners. To reach the next level, some adjustments to the roster are needed.

College Basketball Roundtable: Should NCAA athletes get paid?

Ed Stein — Thu, 01 Nov 2018 01:58:08 +0000

It's our first College Basketball Roundtable. We asked our experts: In light of the "pay for play" scandal, do you think NCAA athletes should be paid?

PAC-12 Football Power Rankings week of 10/30 – Emerald City Swagger

Ed Stein — Wed, 31 Oct 2018 21:39:15 +0000

Every week for the remainder of the college football season, the Emerald City Swagger staff will put out our weekly PAC-12 power rankings. 10/30/18

Washington football: Coach Petersen’s presser 10/29, what we learned

Matt Barry — Wed, 31 Oct 2018 02:26:52 +0000

Washington football head coach Chris Petersen held his weekly Monday morning press conference on 10/29. Here are some things we learned from it.

Washington State football: Mike Leach’s presser 10/29, improvement

Ed Stein — Wed, 31 Oct 2018 01:11:51 +0000

Washington State football head coach Mike Leach held his weekly press conference on Monday. Here are a few things we learned.

Seattle Seahawks cut wide receiver, Brandon Marshall

Ed Stein — Tue, 30 Oct 2018 20:03:19 +0000

In a surprise move, the Seattle Seahawks cut veteran wide receiver Brandon Marshall Monday afternoon. Several on-field factors combined, led to his release.

Gonzaga Bulldogs: An Underdog team for the Ages

Laura Rammos — Tue, 30 Oct 2018 18:36:06 +0000

The Gonzaga Bulldogs basketball team has been America's Cinderella story for 20 years. Are they the underdogs of the past or the dynasty of the present?

Seattle Seahawks: The dud and stud of game 7 – Detroit

Jaymin Bernhardt — Tue, 30 Oct 2018 17:59:32 +0000

Every week the Seattle Seahawks play, ECS will have a dud and stud of the game. We honor those who did well and call out those who didn't. Game 7 - Detroit

Seattle Seahawks: 6 cornerbacks the Hawks can deal for before the deadline

David Champion — Tue, 30 Oct 2018 02:30:43 +0000

The Seattle Seahawks starting cornerback, rookie Tre Flowers converted from safety this summer. There is time to deal for a corner ahead of the deadline.

Washington State Football Receivers: Different week, different star

Ed Stein — Mon, 29 Oct 2018 22:00:39 +0000

Washington State football has an impressive group of wide receivers in their Air Raid offense. It seems that each week a different one stands out.

Seattle Mariners: Denard Span, not worth the money in 2019

Matt Barry — Mon, 29 Oct 2018 19:02:27 +0000

Emerald City Swagger is in the middle of our 2018 Seattle Mariners player reviews. Today we look at in-season acquisition, outfielder Denard Span.