NFL may suspend Raiders' Burfict

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: Linebacker Vontaze Burfict was thrown out of Sunday's win over the Colts for an illegal hit and now faces a possible suspension for the rest of the season. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Reports-NFL-May-Suspend-Burfict-for-Entire-Season-561776321.html

49ers may bring in new cornerback

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: With Ahkello Witherspoon out and Jason Verrett "nicked up," the 49ers will bring in some free agent CBs for a tryout. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Niners-May-Seek-Help-at-Cornerback-561777691.html

Niners winning turnover, field-position battles

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: San Francisco has improved this year at forcing turnovers and getting better field position. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Niners-Are-Winning-Battles-for-Turnovers-and-Field-Position-561539611.html

Strong-running Colts will challenge Raiders

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: Can the Oakland defense stop Indianapolis' strong rushing attack? https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Colts-Strong-Running-Attack-Will-Challenge-Raiders-Defense-561534761.html

Now-healthy Pettis is coming on strong

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: Kyle Shanahan sees big things ahead for WR Dante Pettis, who's coming off a key performance in a victory over Pittsburgh. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Shanahan-says-Pettis-is-Coming-On-Strong-Now-That-Hes-Healthy-561435611.html

Wideout Ryan Grant released by the Raiders

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: Veteran WR Ryan Grant went from a Week 1 starter to a Week 3 release. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Raiders-Release-Game-1-Starting-Receiver-Ryan-Grant-561432531.html

49ers' Jalen Hurd about ready to play

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: Wide receiver Jalen Hurd, sidelined with a back injury since training camp, appears about ready to take the field. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Rookie-Jalen-Hurd-Could-be-Ready-to-Play-After-Bye-Week-561330191.html

Incognito played well in Raiders debut

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: Guard Richie Incognito was very good in his Raiders debut after a two-game suspension. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Richie-Incognito-Played-Well-in-Raiders-Debut-561332591.html

Darren Waller a bright spot

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: The Raiders are struggling, but they've found a star at tight end. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/sports/Waller-Has-Been-a-Bright-Spot-in-Raiders-Shaky-Start-561233151.html

In every game, Bosa has been an impact player

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: How good is Nick Bosa? Very, very good, if we go by his first three games. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Nick-Bosa-is-Proving-His-Value-to-the-49ers-Every-Game-561230491.html

Vikings ran over, around and through Raiders D

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: The Oakland run defense was atrocious in lopsided loss at Minnesota. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Raiders-Run-Defense-Was-Shredded-by-the-Vikings-561130181.html

Garoppolo fights adversity, leads 49ers to win

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: Despite two interceptions and a lost fumble, plus consistent pressure, QB Jimmy Garoppolo comes up big in victory over Steelers. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Niners-Garoppolo-Was-Sharp-When-it-Counted-561127331.html

Ex-Cal Bear Trevor Davis picked up by Raiders

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: Raiders pick up ex-Cal and Packers kick returner this week to fill in for injured Dwayne Harris. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Raiders-Turn-to-Former-Cal-Standout-to-Return-Kicks-560883971.html

Blair can ease pain of Ford injury

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: With defensive end Dee Ford possibly out Sunday, Ronald Blair can be a worthy one-game replacement. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/If-Ford-Cant-Play-49ers-Can-Rely-on-Blair-560881751.html

Carlson can get last laugh on Vikings

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: Kicker Daniel Carlson, cut by the Vikings last year, will get a chance to face his former team Sunday. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Raiders-Carlson-Ready-to-Kick-Against-Former-Team-560772221.html

49ers will catch a break on Steelers QB

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: With veteran Ben Roethlisberger hurt, Steelers will give QB Mason Rudolph his first NFL start vs. 49ers.https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Niners-Will-Face-Steelers-Young-Untested-Quarterback-560771421.html

George Kittle keeps producing impressive games

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: Tight end George Kittle may be the best tight end in the NFL now. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Niners-George-Kittle-Picking-Up-Where-He-Left-Off--560682401.html

Tackles Brown, Miller excelling for Raiders

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: Kolton Miller and Trent Brown have been outstanding in pass protection. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/So-Far-Raiders-Offensive-Tackles-Have-Been-Brilliant-560678511.html

49ers' Kwon Alexander giving the defense a jolt

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: Veteran NFL linebacker Kwon Alexander is a welcome addition to the San Francisco defense. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Alexander-is-Giving-49ers-What-they-Need-at-Linebacker-560580531.html

Raiders get Incognito back into lineup

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: Raiders happy to welcome back starting guard Richie Incognito after suspension. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Raiders-Eager-to-Get-Incognito-Back-in-the-Lineup-560582611.html

Mahomes rips apart Raiders defense

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: One plus for the Raiders: They only have to face Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes once more this year. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/The-Good-News-Raiders-Only-Have-to-Face-Mahomes-Once-More-560485251.html

Staley's loss is significant for the 49ers

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: The 49ers will be without Pro Bowl left tackle Joe Staley for at least two months. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Niners-Victory-Comes-at-a-Cost-With-Loss-of-Joe-Staley-560481081.html

Carr says he's on a "mission" this season

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: Derek Carr says he's more motivated than ever to succeed. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Raiders-Derek-Carr-Says-Hes-a-Man-on-a-Mission-560241381.html

Mostert will play bigger role than expected

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: Running back Raheem Mostert once again will get more opportunities because of an injury to Tevin Coleman. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Shanahan-Confident-Raheem-Mostert-Will-Play-Big-Role-560238261.html

Raiders O-Line played much better than in 2018

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: Oakland's offensive line was surprisingly dominant in Game 1 win. Can they keep it up?https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Raiders-Offensive-Line-Took-a-Bow-on-Opening-NIght-560141641.html

49ers defense produced turnovers in Game 1

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: The 49ers hope their defense can continue to force turnovers, as they did in Week 1. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Niners-Hope-Defense-Can-Continue-to-Ride-the-Turnover-Train-560138471.html

Witherspoon regains rookie form from 2017

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: Ahkello Witherspoon plays at a high level in 49ers opener after a disappointing 2018 season. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Niners-Again-See-Witherspoon-as-a-Potential-Star-560038791.html

Raiders lose rookie safety Johnathan Abram

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: Rookie Johnathan Abram injures shoulder in opener, a painful loss for Oakland. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/NIners-Nick-Bosa-Had-Outstanding-NFL-Debut-559935231.html

49ers' Nick Bosa has great NFL debut

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: Rookie defensive end Nick Bosa has a sack and consistent pressure in his pro debut. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/NIners-Nick-Bosa-Had-Outstanding-NFL-Debut-559935231.html

Raiders show off new, stronger pass rush

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: After a league-low 13 sacks in 2018, the Raiders get three in Game 1 victory over the Broncos. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Raiders-Unleash-Improved-Pass-Rush-in-Win-over-Broncos-559932971.html

Raiders can fill Antonio Brown void

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: Tyrell Williams, Darren Waller, Hunter Refrow and Ryan Grant are among the receivers capable of making up for the loss of Antonio Brown. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Brown-is-Gone-But-Raiders-Have-Receivers-to-Fill-the-Gap-559831661.html

49ers win opener, but too many penalties is a bad sign

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: Kyle Shanahan hopes to clean up his team's penalty problem after three TDs are wiped out by flags in season-opening win over Bucs. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Niners-Will-Need-to-Clean-Up-Penalty-Problem-559834521.html

At 76, former MetLife Foundation CEO is going full speed on her triathlon career, seeing the world and winning medals

Sibyl Jacobson grew up before Title IX and had very few opportunities to be an athlete. But at 61, she tried a triathlon just to see what it was like, and won. Fifteen years later, she's one of the top triathletes in the world in her 75-79 age group. My story about her for ESPNW.com: http://www.espn.com/espnw/sports/article/27552165/living-for-76-year-old-triathlete-sibyl-jacobson-focused-moving-forward

Report: Raiders captains stand with Gruden

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: Oakland's team captains reportedly meet with Jon Gruden to tell him they will support any decision made about Antonio Brown. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/-Raiders-Captains-Reportedly-Tell-Gruden-They-Support-Him-559577791.html

49ers' Bosa will make pro debut vs. Bucs

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: Top 49ers pick Nick Bosa will make his long-awaited pro debut in the season opener in Tampa. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Niners-Rookie-Nick-Bosa-Will-Make-His-Debut-Sunday-559574361.html

More talent may not equal more wins for Oakland

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: How good will the Raiders be in 2019? No one knows. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/sports/Raiders-Have-Added-Talent-But-Will-That-Produce-More-Wins-559469821.html

Keisean Nixon knew he'd make Raiders roster

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: Undrafted free-agent cornerback Keisean Nixon was always confident he could play in the NFL. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Keisean-Nixon-Was-Confident-Hed-Make-Raiders-Roster-559365151.html

Breida and Coleman will share backfield snaps

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: Matt Breida is listed as the No. 1 running back, but Tevin Coleman will get an equal number of opportunities. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Niners-Breida-is-Happy-to-Share-the-Load-With-Coleman-559362761.html

49ers close to adding veteran OT Jordan Mills

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: Jordan Mills, a longtime NFL starter at tackle, is visiting with 49ers, who want more insurance and depth at the position. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Niners-Seeking-Offensive-Line-Help-Before-Season-Opener-559256071.html

Raiders cut Mauro, then bring him back

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: Defensive Josh Mauro is still the starter at defensive end despite being cut, then re-signed, in a 24-hour period. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Josh-Mauro-Back-With-Raiders-After-Brief-Absence-559259311.html

San Diego attorney works pro bono for causes and leads varied life, but she's made triathlon the centerpiece

Marisa Rastetter does a lot of things -- working for abused women, volunteering for causes and doing pro bono legal work as an attorney -- but she's often identified by friends as a triathlete. My story about her for the Union-Tribune Health section: https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/news/health/story/2019-09-02/san-diego-triathletes-training-gives-life-balance

Raiders' roster shows a youth movement

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: With 12 rookies, the Raiders now have the ninth-youngest roster in the NFL for 2019. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Raiders-Roster-is-Significantly-Younger-for-2019-Season-559159601.html

Bourne stays, but for how long?

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: Kendrick Bourne earns a roster spot, but it could be short-lived. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Niners-Keep-Kendrick-Bourne-But-for-How-Long-559156461.html

Gruden says he has tough choices to make

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: Coach Jon Gruden says the roster cuts will be especially painful. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Gruden-We-Have-Some-Tough-Decisions-to-Make-558817981.html

Rookie WR Hurd may miss season opener

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: Rookie Jalen Hurd has a back issue that may keep him from pro debut vs. Bucs in season opener. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Impressive-Rookie-Jalen-Hurd-May-MIss-Season-Opener-558821301.html