Turner's pupils love what he's teaching

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: Veteran running backs coach Bobby Turner gets enormous respect from 49ers ball http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Niners-Backs-Eager-to-Work-with-Experienced-Turner-428186623.html

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Marquel Lee impressing coaches at middle linebacker

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: Former Wake Forest standout is showing well in audition for middle linebacker. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Lee-Working-to-Become-Raiders-Middle-Man-428187683.html

Smelter will get his first real shot at catching on

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: Wide receiver DeAndre Smelter, drafted in 2015, will get his first true opportunity to stick with the 49ers this summer. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/DeAndre-Smelter-Still-Waiting-for-His-Big-Opportunity-427975053.html

Walford still has improvements to make

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: While Clive Walford's blocking has been solid, he hasn't yet made the impact expected of him as a pass-catching tight end. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Raiders-Still-Looking-for-Walfords-Breakout-Season-427475423.html

Can 49ers receiving corps make the grade in 2017?

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: In 2016, San Francisco's wideout group was the worst in the NFL. After multiple changes, can it take a big step forward in 2017?http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Questions-Linger-Over-49ers-Revamped-Receiving-Corps-427468593.html

Irvin could be on track for a Pro Bowl season

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: Bruce Irvin never has had 10 sacks in a season or been selected for the Pro Bowl. Both those streaks may end in 2017. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Raiders-Irvin-May-be-Poised-for-First-Pro-Bowl-427240513.html

Less may be more for DeForest Buckner

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: San Francisco defensive lineman may benefit from playing fewer snaps than he did as a rookie. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Niners-Buckner-May-Flourish-in-Second-Season-427254523.html

From Merion to Oakmont to Torrey Pines to Pebble Beach, these 18 holes provide the toughest test for U.S. Open golfers

Every year, the U.S. Open provides the most challenging conditions on the hardest golf courses in the nation. But which 18 holes rank as the toughest of the tough? With the help of Tom Watson, Rees Jones and a couple of golf historians -- and armed with USGA stats -- I compiled the Agonizing 18. My story for ESPN.com's golf section in advance of this year's Open. http://www.espn.com/golf/story/_/id/19553043/imagining-course-18-most-merciless-holes-us-open-history

Most patients don't seek second medical opinions, yet research shows a second opinion can make a huge difference in treatment

In many cases, getting a second medical opinion can be life-saving yet most patients don't seek one. Medical experts say, however, that second opinions offer a patient more information and more options for treatment and can make enormous differences in outcomes. My story for the Union-Tribune Health section: http://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/lifestyle/sd-he-second-opinions-20170522-story.html

Conley, Melifonwu looking good for Raiders

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: Top picks Gareon Conley and Obi Melifonwu are showing 49ers they may play key roles in secondary as rookies. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/sports/Raiders-Secondary-Picks-to-Play-Primary-Roles-427022393.html

49ers' Saleh: No loafing allowed

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: San Francisco's defensive coordinator, Robert Saleh, has ways to keep his players motivated and focused. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/sports/Detail-Oriented-Saleh-is-Making-an-Impact-on-49ers--427032763.html

Nelson won't step aside for younger safeties

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: Safety Reggie Nelson saw the Raiders draft two safeties, but he's determined to hold on to his job. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Nelson-Promises-to-Keep-Competing-at-Safety-426771131.html

49ers sign veteran pass rusher Elvis Dumervil

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: Former NFL sack leader Elvis Dumervil, 33, has been signed by the 49ers as a free agent. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Niners-Add-Elvis-Dumervil-to-Pass-Rush-426765701.html

Former hyperactive kid Mary Duffy, now 63, continues to move, hiking trails and leading nature talks

Mary Duffy studied biology and natural sciences in college, then became an avid outdoorswoman in Alaska and Colorado. Today she leads interpretive hikes throughout San Diego County's backcountry. My story for the Union-Tribune's Active San Diego series in the Health section: http://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/lifestyle/sd-he-active-duffy-20170605-story.html

Whether it's on ice or a hard surface, Joy Gavey has excelled in skating, scoring and passing the puck

Joy Garvey is perhaps the best women's roller hockey player in America, but her path to the sport included soccer, ice hockey and coaching a Division I NCAA program. My story for ESPNW.com: http://www.espn.com/espnw/life-style/article/19515014/joy-garvey-long-lasting-career-ice-roller-hockey

Once-thin Raiders roster is now among best

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: One analyst says Oakland's talent is surpassed by only three NFL teams. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/After-Years-of-Struggle-Raiders-Now-Among-NFLs-Most-Talented-Teams-426523111.html

Saleh: 49ers defense will be in attack mode

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: Robert Saleh's defensive scheme will promote more freedom to play within a team concept. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Saleh-Wants-49ers-Defense-to-be-in-Attack-Mode-426514461.html

Beast Mode has millions of reasons to run

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: The incentive-laden deal for Marshawn Lynch gives him plenty of motivation to have a big year in 2017. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/sports/Lynch-Has-Millions-of-Reasons-to-be-Excited-425936983.html

49ers' Robinson is exceeding expectations

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: In 2016, the 49ers drafted three cornerbacks. Rashard Robinson appears to be the best of the bunch, by far. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/sports/Second-Year-Cornerback-Robinson-Making-Big-Strides-425719944.html

Good isn't good enough for Raiders' Carr

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: Yeah, Derek Carr was excellent in 2016, finishing third in the MVP voting. Yet he says he sees flaws that must be corrected. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/sports/Good-Isnt-Good-Enough-for-Raiders-Derek-Carr-425726184.html