Tomsula vows that 49ers will address penalties and "sloppiness"

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: Head coach Jim Tomsula unhappy with 13 penalties and what he calls "sloppiness" in exhibition game vs. Broncos. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/sports/Tomsula-Not-Happy-With-49ers-Sloppiness-323436521.html

With Watson now out, Howard is next man up for Raiders

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: A season-ending injury to right tackle Menelik Watson means veteran Austin Howard will have to play a big role for Oakland in 2015. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/sports/With-Watson-Lost-Howard-Will-Step-in-at-Right-Tackle-for-Raiders-323439311.html

Niners' offensive line is shaky in matchup with Broncos

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: A still-evolving 49ers offensive line -- with players moved into new positions -- plays poorly in preseason game in Denver, forcing Colin Kaepernick to throw under constant duress. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/sports/Niners-Offensive-Line-Kaepernick-Prompt-Questions-in-Loss-at-Denver-323347291.html#comments

Khalil Mack shows Cardinals he's going to be a force in 2015

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: Raiders linebacker Khalil Mack was a constant problem for the Arizona Cardinals in a Sunday night exhibition game, coming up with two sacks, a forced fumble and three tackles, an indication he's already primed for Game 1 of the regular season. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/sports/Raiders-Mack-Attack-is-Already-Rolling-323388781.html

Sharon Vasquez is an insurance liaison, mother of three ... and hard-hitting safety for the Pittsburgh Passion of the Independent Women's Football League

Sharon Vasquez didn't discover tackle football until her mid 20s. But once she tried out for the Pittsburgh Passion, she's been a perennial league all-star and key player on a team that's won consecutive IWFL championships. My story on Vasquez, who's also a mother and insurance professional for a medical company, for ESPNW's series on women athletes who balance their sport with working lives. http://espn.go.com/espnw/athletes-life/article/13531554/women-football-star-helps-keeps-heart-patients-alive

Marcus Rush making bid to make 49ers as outside linebacker

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: Undrafted free agent Marcus Rush has played very well and, with the absence of Ahmad Brooks, has a chance to make 49ers roster. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/sports/Ex-Michigan-State-Standout-Rush-Making-an-Impression-323219831.html

It appears it will be Smith, not Moore, at OLB for Raiders

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: An injury to Sio Moore and the solid play of Malcolm Smith points to Smith starting at weakside OLB for the Raiders on opening day. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/sports/Former-Seahawk-Smith-Appears-Primed-to-Start-at-Linebacker-323224541.html

Edwards coming on strong for Raiders at defensive end

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: Mario Edwards' first sack of his pro career, vs. Vikings, gives team a glimpse of his potential. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/sports/Edwards-Showing-Raiders-He-Can-Rush-the-Passer-323095901.html

Kendall Hunter finally set to make his push

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: Running back Kendall Hunter, held out of much of camp, showed his old quickness and burst in joint practice with Broncos. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/sports/Niners-Hunter-Flashes-Old-Form-vs-Broncos-323093121.html

At 30, judoka Nina Cutro-Kelly is finally hitting her stride and hoping for big things this year and beyond

Nina Cutro-Kelly is the No. 1 women's heavyweight judo player in the United States. She's been on a roll the past year and a half, and could be on her way to the Olympics in 2016. My story on her for TeamUSA.org: http://www.teamusa.org/News/2015/August/26/Riding-Wave-Of-Momentum-Judoka-Nina-Cutro-Kelly-Ready-To-Take-On-The-World

After losing his arms in an electrical accident, Hector Picard vowed to continue to lead a productive life. He had no idea that would eventually mean doing more than 100 triathlons and becoming an Ironman...

Hector Picard has no arms, yet has done more than 100 triathlons, including four Ironman-distance races. He's adapted from a 1992 accident to thrive as a father, husband and athlete and as an example for others with disabilities. My story on Picard for ESPN.com's Endurance Sports section: http://espn.go.com/sports/endurance/story/_/id/13515598/endurance-sports-double-amputee-hector-picard-inspiring-others-triathlons

Raiders hope Mays, Dowling can add some depth at safety

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: Oakland has signed Taylor Mays to add depth at safety, where second-year man Jonathan Dowling also is emerging. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/sports/Raiders-Still-Seeking-Depth-at-Safety-322965931.html

Tartt making an impact already in 49ers' secondary

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: Rookie safety Jacquiski Tartt is adding some pop to the 49ers' defense. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/sports/Niners-Excited-by-Jaquiski-Tartts-Play-and-Potential-322959811.html

With a year to go before Rio Games, picture for new sports rugby and golf is coming more into focus

With a year to go before Opening Ceremonies in Rio de Janeiro, both U.S. rugby sevens teams have qualified for the Olympics and the golf picture is much changed since 2014. My story for TeamUSA.org: http://www.teamusa.org/News/2015/August/24/With-One-Year-To-Go-Golfers-And-Rugby-Players-Ready-For-Olympic-Return

Niners still tinkering with makeup of offensive line

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: Jim Tomsula admits the offensive line isn't yet settled, and coaches are still trying different combinations of players. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/sports/Niners-Still-Searching-for-Right-Combination-on-Offensive-Line-322825541.html

Trent Richardson not showing quickness yet in Raiders audition

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: Running back Trent Richardson's hopes of being a Raider don't look strong right now. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/sports/Richardson-May-Not-be-a-Raider-For-Long-322821071.html

On a good night for 49ers, Hayne still shines brightest

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: In his second exhibition game, Aussie Jarryd Hayne may have been even better than in his first -- and that's saying something. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/sports/Its-a-Good-Night-for-49ers-322643792.html#

Carr-to-Cooper is dynamic combination in game with Vikings

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: How good a tandem can Derek Carr and Amari Coooper be? Raiders fans got a hint in second exhibition game. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/sports/Raiders-Get-a-Glimpse-of-What-Carr-to-Cooper-Can-Mean-322611242.html

What will Hayne do for an encore this week?

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: After his smashing debut in Week 1 of the exhibition season, 49ers running back Jarryd Hayne gets ready for his second act. http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/sports/49ers-Jarryd-Hayne-Gets-Another-Chance-to-Put-on-a-Show-322511422.html

Will Carr show off some deep throws in exhibition games?

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: Derek Carr had an OK summer debut ... but where were those deep throws? http://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/sports/Raiders-Derek-Carr-2015-Exhibition-Debut-Lacked-Something-322509792.html