Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: Can the Raiders clinch AFC West title with Matt McGloin at QB? http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/McGloin-Steps-Into-the-Raiders-Spotlight-Sunday-408798195.html
Welcome to my blog. My name is Doug Williams, and I'm a freelance writer in San Diego. I write on a variety of subjects for several publications. You can read my stories and find links to all my work here.
Friday, December 30, 2016
Mercifully, 49ers' season will come to an end Sunday
Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: Niners' season of misery will come to an end vs. Seahawks on Sunday. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Niners-Sad-Season-Will-Come-to-a-Merciful-Close-Sunday-408800175.html
Thursday, December 29, 2016
Raiders' Edwards ready to build on debut
Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: Defensive end Mario Edwards Jr. played 19 snaps vs. Colts and should play much more vs. Broncos Sunday. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Edwards-Ready-to-Build-on-Debut-Contribute-More-to-Defense-408607015.html
Will 49ers say goodbye to Kelly this Monday?
Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: Is Chip Kelly about to coach his final game with San Francisco? http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Will-Sunday-be-Kellys-Last-Game-as-49ers-Head-Coach-408605115.html
Tuesday, December 27, 2016
Niners' rookie Buckner is finishing strong
Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: Rookie defensive end DeForest Buckner is living up to his advance billing. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Niners-Buckner-is-Finishing-Strong-in-Rookie-Year-408410395.html
Raiders' running game will have to carry bigger load
Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: With Carr out, Raiders' ability to run the ball will be crucial. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/With-Carr-Out-Strength-of-Raiders-Run-Game-is-Crucial-408408655.html
Monday, December 26, 2016
Knee injury will leave Hyde short of 1,000 yards
Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: Running back Carlos Hyde tore a knee ligament vs. the Rams and will finish 2016 just under 1,000 yards rushing. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Injured-Hyde-Will-Fall-Just-Short-of-1000-Yards-408321865.html
With Carr gone, McGloin now is ready to carry the load
Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: Matt McGloin gets a vote of confidence from his team as he steps in for Derek Carr. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/McGloin-Says-Hes-Ready-to-Help-Raiders-Win-408323145.html
Raiders lose Carr for season in victory over Colts
Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: QB Derek Carr, having an MVP-type season, is lost to a broken leg in victory over Colts, clouding Oakland's hopes in the playoffs. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Raiders-Lose-Carr-in-Victory-Over-Colts-408177945.html
Kaepernick leads 49ers' winning rally over Rams
Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: Colin Kaepernick scores a TD and a two-point conversion in the fourth quarter to help Niners beat Rams 22-21. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Niners-Score-Late-to-Beat-Rams-Again-408179735.html
Can Raiders keep their momentum rolling?
Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: Raiders need another win vs. Colts to maintain AFC West lead. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/AFC-West-Leading-Raiders-Hope-to-Keep-Momentum-Rolling-408055175.html
49ers get rematch with their only 2016 victim
Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: If the 49ers want to get one more win, the Rams are their only real chance. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Niners-Get-Rematch-With-Only-Team-Theyve-Defeated-408051685.html
Thursday, December 22, 2016
Raiders have the red-zone blues
Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: Recently, Oakland has had trouble converting red-zone trips into TDs. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Lately-Raiders-Have-Been-Stuck-in-the-Red-Zone-Blues-407917465.html
Carlos Hyde shining in an otherwise horrible year
Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: In a dark season, Carlos Hyde sheds a ray of light. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Niners-Hyde-Showing-He-Can-Be-Part-of-Long-Term-Plan-407912055.html
Tuesday, December 20, 2016
The good & bad of 49ers' DeForest Buckner
Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: San Francisco's No. 1 pick, DeForest Buckner, has had some outstanding games. He's also had some ugly ones. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Buckner-is-Riding-Through-Rollercoaster-Rookie-Year-407615565.html
All those screens and devices are adding up to hours and hours of focused eye use. Does it have consequences?
Americans now spend an average of 10.5 hours per day on screens and/or devices. All those hours can add up to eye fatigue, lost sleep and other related issues for some people. My story for the Health section of the San Diego Union-Tribune: http://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/lifestyle/sd-he-screen-time-20161219-story.html
Allen has been nice insurance policy for Raiders
Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: After releasing safety Nate Allen in the offseason, they re-signed him. It's been a smart decision. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Raiders-Allen-Has-Been-a-Nice-Insurance-Policy-407610105.html
Monday, December 19, 2016
Irvin is complementing Mack to perfection
Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: Linebacker Bruce Irvin is Robin to Khalil Mack's Batman in 2016. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Irvin-and-Mack-Have-Formed-a-Dynamic-Duo-407452915.html
Kelly's 49ers en route to franchise's worst season
Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: Until now, no 49ers team ever has won just one game in a season. Chip Kelly's 2016 team may go 1-15. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Niners-on-Track-for-Worst-Record-in-Franchise-History-407459015.html
Raiders get tough at end for win to break playoff drought
Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: Oakland outscores the Chargers in the fourth quarter to pull out 19-16 victory and a ticket to the postseason for the first time in 14 years. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Raiders-Rally-for-Victory-to-Clinch-Playoff-Spot-407370065.html
Falcons pour it on early to beat 49ers
Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: Falcons jump out to 21-0 lead en route to lopsided victory over Niners. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Falcons-Score-Early-and-Often-to-Pound-49ers-407367135.html
With win vs. Chargers, Raiders will gain playoffs
Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: Oakland hopes to rebound from loss vs. Chiefs to pick up important win in San Diego. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Raiders-Playoff-Drought-Can-End-With-Victory-Sunday-407090075.html
Niners will need perfect game to beat Falcons
Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: Can 49ers beat Atlanta Sunday? Only if they play a perfect game. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Niners-Need-to-Play-a-Complete-Game-407084535.html
Thursday, December 15, 2016
Sean Smith turned a corner, became good again
Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: At first, cornerback Sean Smith was horrible. But he rebounded to form and is proving his worth. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Raiders-Sean-Smith-Turned-a-Corner-to-Regain-His-Form-406840245.html
Mismatch: Falcons offense vs. 49ers defense
Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: San Francisco defense may get shredded Sunday in Atlanta. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Niners-Defense-May-be-No-Match-for-Falcons-Playmakers-406831495.html
At age 7, Jesus Serrano became a fan of the Cleveland Browns. Now, at age 45, he has season tickets for his team and flies from Mexico for nearly every home game
Like any devoted Cleveland Browns fan, Jesus Serrano says he suffers while watching his football heroes fail every year. But Serrano is even more dedicated than the folks who inhabit the Dawg Pound. He lives in Mexico, yet flies with his family to Cleveland for home games. Some day, he says, the Browns will be winners. My story on Jesus and his family for ESPN.com: http://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/18272555/why-family-mexico-cleveland-browns-most-dedicated-fans
Wednesday, December 14, 2016
Moments to remember: The top 16 American stories at the 2016 Olympics at Rio de Janeiro
Michael Phelps (of course), the wrestling upset of the Games, a comedian, a hurdles sweep and Katie Ledecky's dominance are among the most memorable moments from this summer's Olympics. My story for TeamUSA.org: http://www.teamusa.org/News/2016/December/13/Celebrating-Team-USAs-Top-16-Moments-At-The-Rio-2016-Olympic-Games
Osemele back after suffering a kidney stone
Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: Kelechi Osemele missed the Chiefs game because of a kidney stone, but is ready to play vs. Chargers this Sunday. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Once-Again-49ers-Lose-Center-Daniel-Kilgore-406542485.html
Once more, 49ers lose center Daniel Kilgore to injury
Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: It seems center Daniel Kilgore can't get through a season without going on IR. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Once-Again-49ers-Lose-Center-Daniel-Kilgore-406542485.html
Michelle Gormley combined love of history, sports and education into job with Boston's The Sports Museum
Michelle Gormley originally wanted to be a teacher. But one thing led to another, and the Massachusetts native and Celtics fan eventually became the director of education for The Sports Museum in Boston. Her story for ESPNW's Cool Jobs series: http://www.espn.com/espnw/voices/article/18246522/michelle-gormley-cool-sports-job-sports-museum-director-education
Tuesday, December 13, 2016
Carr needs to bounce back Sunday vs. Chargers
Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: Derek Carr had the worst game of his season last week in loss to Kansas City. The Raiders need him to bounce back in a big way at San Diego. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Raiders-Need-Carr-to-Bounce-Back-vs-Chargers-406282955.html
McDonald's best season comes to an early close
Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: Tight end Vance McDonald, who just signed a long contract extension, is out for the 49ers' last three games because of injury. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/After-Signing-Extension-49ers-McDonald-is-Lost-for-Year-406291205.html
Monday, December 12, 2016
49ers snatch defeat from jaws of victory
Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: The 49ers jumped out to a good lead against the Jets, then frittered it away, losing in OT. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Niners-Give-up-Lead-to-Jets-Fall-in-Overtime-405934455.html
Friday, December 9, 2016
Jets are nearly as feeble as the 49ers
Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: San Francisco, at 1-11, actually is favored in Sunday's game with the 3-9 Jets. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Niners-May-Have-a-Chance-to-Pick-Up-Second-Victory-405640146.html
Raiders' road to postseason now a little rockier
Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: Oakland had the inside track to a top seed, a bye and home-field advantage in the playoffs ... until losing to Kansas City again. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Raiders-Road-Through-Postseason-May-be-Harder-Now-405635816.html
Chiefs get the best of Raiders again
Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: For the second time in 2016, Raiders fall to the Chiefs. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Chiefs-Again-Have-the-Solution-to-Raiders-405556956.html
Thursday, December 8, 2016
After benching, Kaepernick will be back in the lineup
Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: QB Colin Kaepernick will start Sunday vs. the Jets, even though he was pulled from Bears game and replaced by Blaine Gabbert. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/After-Benching-vs-Bears-Kaepernick-Will-Start-vs-Jets-405455885.html
Wednesday, December 7, 2016
So who's boss of AFC West? Raiders hope to show K.C.
Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: Raiders go into Kansas City with a one-game lead in the AFC West, hoping to turn the tables on a Chiefs team that handed them their last loss. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Raiders-Hope-to-Show-Whos-Boss-in-the-AFC-West-405240786.html
Tuesday, December 6, 2016
San Diegan Joe Pacheco uses a diet of kickball, softball and football to become healthier and more active
A combination of work and family kept Joe Pacheco so busy that he found himself out of shape and much less active than he used to be. Now he's having more fun and is healthier and in better shape with a steady diet of team sports to his weekly schedule. My story for the Active San Diego series in the Health section of the San Diego Union-Tribune: http://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/lifestyle/sd-he-active-pacheco-20161205-story.html
Raiders excited to see Edwards back on the field
Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: A surging Oakland team may soon get its young defensive end, Mario Edwards Jr., back in the lineup. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Edwards-is-Back-and-Eager-to-Contribute-to-Raiders-405019215.html
Bad 49ers team is getting worse because of penalties
Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: As the season has progressed, 49ers have committed penalties at a problematic rate. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Flag-Warning-49ers-Play-is-Getting-Sloppier-405013035.html
Monday, December 5, 2016
What do parents need to know about helmets and mouthguards for their young athletes? Plenty.
A helmet in youth sports is no good if it isn't properly fitted. Also, mouthguards are essential for athletes, even in sports where they aren't required. My two stories for the first issue of the new magazine, MVP Parent: http://fliphtml5.com/xyea/xzlw
Carr benefitting from Raiders' premier pass protection
Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: Derek Carr wasn't hit even once in the win over Buffalo, thanks to an O-Line that has become dominant. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Raiders-Offensive-Line-is-Leading-the-Way-404783905.html
Loss to Bears means 49ers will likely draft first or second
Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: Now that 49ers have fallen to the Bears, it's very likely the Niners will draft first or second this coming spring. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/With-Loss-49ers-Strengthen-Position-at-Top-of-2017-Draft-404790655.html
Raiders come up big in second half for sixth straight win
Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: After trailing big in the third quarter, the Raiders rally for 29 straight points to beat the Bills. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Raiders-Rally-Score-Four-Unanswered-TDs-in-Second-Half-to-Beat-Bills-404660675.html
49ers snowed by Bears in Chicago
Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: The battle between two bad teams wasn't even, as the Chicago Bears stomped the 49ers at snowy Soldier Field. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Niners-Buried-on-a-Snow-Day-in-Chicago-404634775.html
Friday, December 2, 2016
As an occupational therapist, Sheri Branum helps others to walk. Her own passion is to run, swim and bike in national- and international-level triathlons
Occupational therapist Sheri Branum always has been active and athletic. But she found her true calling about 13 years ago when she found triathlon. My story on her for ESPNW.com's Weekend Warriors series: http://www.espn.com/espnw/life-style/article/18182137/weekend-warriors-elite-triathlete-sheri-branum-helps-others-re-learn-how-walk-run
49ers-Bears game is a battle of the basement
Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: Will anyone care when the 1-10 49ers face the 2-9 Bears Sunday? http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Niners-Bears-Set-for-Battle-of-the-Basement-404272596.html
Raiders face Buffalo's top-ranked running attack
Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: LeSean McCoy and the Bills run the football better than any team in the NFL, and now stand in the way of the 9-2 Raiders. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Norton-Raiders-Defense-Must-Play-Together-vs-Bills-404264586.html
Thursday, December 1, 2016
Ex-Raider Streater getting chance with 49ers
Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: Wide receiver Rod Streater is getting a chance to prove himself with Niners after injuries sideline other pass catchers. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Rod-Streater-Working-His-Way-Into-49ers-Offense-404037186.html
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