Former Tennessee sprinter Christian Coleman is making waves and setting records en route to becoming the best sprinter in the world

Christian Coleman wanted to be a football player but the big schools rejected him because they thought he was too small. Now Coleman is making waves in track and field as a possible heir to Usain Bolt as the world's best sprinter. My story for ESPN.com: http://www.espn.com/sports/endurance/story/_/id/22603804/2018-world-indoor-championships-us-sprinter-christian-coleman-had-breakout-year-2017-moment

Raiders may go hard after corner Trumaine Johnson

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: Rams cornerback Trumaine Johnson would need a huge payday offer to come to the Raiders, but Oakland is reported willing to pay it. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Trumaine-Johnson-May-be-on-Top-of-Raiders-Wish-List-475425133.html

49ers may be open to re-signing Fusco

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: One part of improving the offensive line may be to re-sign guard Brandon Fusco. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/sports/Fusco-Proved-Worth-and-Could-Re-Sign-With-49ers-475414403.html

Re-signing Bowman is a no-brainer for Raiders

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: NaVorro Bowman recently was graded as the No. 1 linebacker available in free agency. So re-sign him, Raiders. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Keeping-NaVorro-Bowman-Should-be-a-Raiders-Priority-475294643.html

Outstanding guard in Round 1 could aid 49ers

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website Guard Quenton Nelson of Notre Dame could do wonders for the offensive line. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Pair-of-Guards-Will-be-on-49ers-Radar-at-Combine-475289513.html

49ers hoping to win Friday coin flip

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: If the 49ers can win a coin flip Friday vs. the Raiders, they'll get the No. 9 pick in the first round of the NFL draft. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Niners-Hoping-For-Another-Victory-Friday-475161473.html

Raiders get four extra picks in draft

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: The NFL has awarded the Raiders four compensation picks in this year's draft. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Raiders-Will-Have-11-Picks-in-the-Draft-475166463.html

Gould, Pinion give 49ers solid specialists

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: Kicker Robbie Gould and punter-kickoff man Bradley Pinion give team a fine pair on special teams. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Niners-Go-Into-2018-With-Solid-Specialists-474967893.html

Was Cook a plus or a minus for Raiders?

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: Tight end Jared Cook produced in his first year in Oakland, but was he bad for team chemistry? https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Was-Cook-a-Plus-or-a-Minus-for-Raiders-474962843.html

Janikowski, nearing 40, says he's not done yet

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: After 18 years with the Raiders, Sebastian Janikowski recently got his walking papers but says he'll try to hook on with another team. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Janikowski-Says-Hes-Not-Done-Yet-474849783.html

49ers have their eyes on Oklahoma State WR

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: A tall Oklahoma State receiver may be on the 49ers' radar in the middle rounds of the draft. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Niners-May-Have-Eyes-on-Big-Oklahoma-State-Receiver-474855573.html

New coach Gruden asking more of Lynch

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: Jon Gruden says he likes Marshawn Lynch, but is asking him to give more, especially in regard to fitness. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Gruden-Says-He-Wants--474725553.html

49ers need a corner, but believe in Witherspoon

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: The 49ers' need for cornerback help in free agency or the draft doesn't mean they don't believe Ahkello Witherspoon is already set at one spot. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Niners-Seek-a-Cornerback-to-Pair-With-Witherspoon-474718603.html

Jon Gruden says to bring on the haters

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: New head coach Jon Gruden is eager to quiet any lurking critics by working and winning. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Raiders-Gruden-is-Grinding-Ready-for-the-Haters-474597523.html

No team is more attractive to free agents than 49ers

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: 49ers are ranked No. 1 as a destination for this year's prime free agents. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Niners-Will-be-Attractive-Team-for-Free-Agents-474589913.html

This nonstop nonagenarian, a World War II vet, gets exercise every day and works with a personal trainer

At 96, Ray Bagley says he's "hit the jackpot." He survived the Depression, worked in the CCCs and was a Navy Corpsman in the South Pacific during World War II, wounded on Saipan. Now he's still going strong and is as fit as some folks in their 50s and 60s. My story on Bagley for the Union-Tribune Health section: http://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/lifestyle/sd-he-ray-bagley-20180219-story.html

Carr: Cooper was hurt in 2017

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: QB Derek Carr says Amari Cooper was basically playing on "one foot" in 2017. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Raiders-Carr-Says-Cooper-Played-Hurt-in-2017-474484973.html

Some see Solomon Thomas with a bright future

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: Analytic website high on future of Solomon Thomas. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Top-Pick-Thomas-Poised-for-Big-Step-Forward-in-Year-2-474480563.html

Irvin not certain Raiders want to keep him

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: Linebacker Bruce Irvin wants to remain a Raider, but the team apparently is looking at several players -- including Irvin -- to release to save salary-cap space. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Irvin-Not-Certain-About-HIs-Future-With-Raiders-474301953.html

49ers brass working to retain several players

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: With free agency looming in March, the 49ers are hoping to work out contract extensions with several of their own players. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Niners-Focusing-on-Signing-Own-Potential-Free-Agents-474298023.html

With SeaBass gone, who will kick for Raiders in '18?

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: The Raiders cut ties with Sebastian Janikowski, and Giorgio Tavecchio can become a free agent. So who will kick for the team in 2018? https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Finding-the-Right-Kicker-Now-Becomes-Important-for-Raiders-474183833.html

49ers sign Kilgore to three-year extension

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: Center Daniel Kilgore will play another three seasons with San Francisco. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Kilgore-Will-Remain-at-Center-of-Niners-Offense-474190483.html

Raiders' 2018 schedule will be one of NFL's easiest

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: Oakland's schedule will be much easier in 2018 than it was in 2017. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Raiders-Scheduled-for-2018-Ranks-Among-NFLs-Easiest-474062163.html

Niners' Buckner sees reputation rising

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: Defensive tackle DeForest Buckner hasn't gone unnoticed by NFL scouts, analysts. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Buckners-Stock-Continues-to-Rise-474058783.html

Would Gruden give Manziel a shot?

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: Jon Gruden always has been a fan of QB Johnny Manziel, who now wants to make a comeback. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Would-Gruden-Want-Johnny-Manziel-473932943.html

49ers may pursue ex-Raider Amerson

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: After being released by Oakland, cornerback David Amerson has several teams interested in his services, including the 49ers. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Niners-Reported-to-Have-Interest-in-David-Amerson-473928503.html

Georgia LB Roquan Smith could be a Raiders target

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: Though it's early, several draft analysts share the opinion that Georgia linebacker Roquan Smith would be perfect for Oakland. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Georgia-Linebacker-an-Early-Favorite-for-Raiders-Draft-473804823.html

Foster's arrest leaves 49ers with tough choices

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: Reuben Foster's arrest on assault and other charges puts the 49ers in a tough spot. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Niners-Face-Tough-Choices-With-Foster-473809073.html

49ers' turnaround is on high-speed plan

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: Signing of Garoppolo is the latest sign that 49ers management team is on the fast-track to leading 49ers back into contention. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Niners-Show-Theyre-Fully-Committed-to-Winning-473577523.html

Might Pryor return to Raiders as a wide receiver?

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: Could former Raiders QB Terrelle Pryor wind up back in Oakland as a wide receiver? https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Free-Agent-Pryor-Could-Return-to-Raiders-473584423.html

Pleasant surprise Marsh has re-signed with 49ers

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: Defensive end and special teams standout Cassius Marsh aced his 2017 audition and has been re-signed for two years. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Niners-Re-Sign-473383613.html

Even in a down year, Khalil Mack was special

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: Even in a down year, Khalil Mack is judged to be one of the NFL's most dynamic players. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Even-in-a-Down-Year-Raiders-Mack-is-Among-NFLs-Best-473390853.html

49ers, Reid expected to part ways soon

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: Strong safety Eric Reid will likely be allowed to depart in free agency. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Niners-Likely-to-Say-Goodbye-to-Safety-Eric-Reid-473150013.html

Raiders' new WR coach Bennett has had success

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: New Raiders wide receivers coach Edgar Bennett was on the Packers staff for 13 years and was demanding -- and successful -- in multiple roles. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/New-Raiders-Wide-Receivers-Coach-Will-be-Demanding-473156173.html

Garcon could be perfect receiver for Garoppolo

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: Injured wide receiver Pierre Garcon could be a perfect target for 49ers' QB when he returns this offseason. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Garcons-Return-Could-be-a-Bonus-for-Garoppolo-472962853.html

Raiders say goodbye to David Amerson

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: Cornerback David Amerson, who was a find for the team in 2015, is released. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Raiders-Cut-Ties-with-Cornerback-David-Amerson-472953993.html

At 30, Nicole Crane has a healthy interest in daily workouts and a clean diet

Nicole Crane has been intent on living a healthy, active life since she was about 10. Now 30, Crane gets some type of different exercise every day. My story for the Union-Tribune Health section: http://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/lifestyle/sd-he-active-crane-20180205-story.html

Oddsmakers like 49ers' Super Bowl chances

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: Vegas sports books have put the 49ers in the upper third of teams in early odds for the 53rd Super Bowl in 2019.

Could Janikowski return to Oakland in 2018?

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: Sebastian Janikowski, even at 40, would likely be better than Giorgio Tavecchio. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Raiders-Kicking-Position-is-Up-for-Grabs-472350883.html

QB-filled first round should help 49ers

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: A projected run on QBs high in the draft would be a blessing for the 49ers. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Wealth-of-QBs-at-Top-of-Draft-Should-Help-49ers-472359343.html

Olympic snowboard champ Jamie Anderson knows she can win again if she pays attention to her wellness

Olympic snowboard gold medalist Jamie Anderson knows if she takes good care of herself she'll be in the right frame of mind to do her best on the slopes at PyeongChang. My story for TeamUSA.org: https://www.teamusa.org/News/2018/February/02/My-Focus-How-Self-Care-Positive-Energy-Are-Driving-Jamie-Anderson-Toward-Another-Gold-Medal

If Barkley's available, 49ers might take him

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: Though running back isn't No. 1 on the priority list, if Saquon Barkley of Penn State should fall to the 49ers' slot, it would be hard for them not to take him. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Would-49ers-Use-Top-Pick-on-Penn-States-Barkley-472160053.html

Cooper bulked up, then seemed to slow down

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: Did Amari Cooper slow himself down by bulking up before 2017?https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Wayne-Raiders-Cooper-Appeared-Slower-in-2017-472166653.html