Raiders' Roberts survives challenges

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: WR Seth Roberts was thought to be on the bubble to make the roster, but has won a job. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Raiders-Roberts-Survives-Challenges-to-Make-Roster-492178501.html

Thomas shows he's ready to step up

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: Defensive lineman Solomon Thomas ends outstanding summer with big night in exhibition finale. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Solomon-Thomas-Looks-Primed-for-Regular-Season-492176491.html

Raiders win finale, but where's Mack?

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: Oakland wins exhibition finale, but the big news is, where is Khalil Mack? And what will be his fate?https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/As-Raiders-Win-Finale-Mack-Waits-In-Limbo-492152271.html

Richie James earns 49ers roster spot

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: Rookie WR Richie James secures roster spot with a big night. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Rookie-James-Secures-Spot-on-Roster-492151491.html

Two WR slots still open for 49ers

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: Four wide receivers are fighting for the final two roster spots as the Niners head into final exhibition. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Wide-Receivers-Will-Battle-for-Jobs-Thursday-Night-491996941.html

With Pineiro hurt, Raiders call on veteran kicker Nugent

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: Ted Nugent may be the Raiders kicker on opening day because of an injury to rookie Eddy Pineiro. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/With-Pineiro-Out-Raiders-are-Counting-on-Nugent-491993541.html

After one exhibition, Sherman says he's ready for season

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: Cornerback Richard Sherman says he's good to go for the regular season after playing one summer game. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Sherman-Feels-Ready-After-Game-Debut-With-49ers-491899721.html

Raiders trade Switzer, opening door for Harris

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: Oakland's trade of receiver/returner Ryan Switzer gives the receiving job to Dwayne Harris. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Ex-Giant-Dwayne-Harris-Wins-Raiders-Return-Job-491896451.html

Joshua Garnett gaining momentum to start at guard

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: After a career delayed by injury, former No. 1 pick Joshua Garnett appears to be on track to win starting job at right guard. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Garnett-Making-Strong-Late-Push-to-Start-at-Right-Guard-491810821.html

Raiders' LB Lee looks like a new player in 2018

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: A year ago, linebacker Marquel Lee disappointed himself and the Raiders. Now, he's playing very well. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Marquel-Lee-Thriving-in-Second-Season-With-Raiders-491808181.html

In debut vs. Colts, Morris looks outstanding for 49ers

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: Veteran running back Alfred Morris has strong outing in his first exhibition game. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Morris-Looks-Terrific-in-49ers-Loss-to-Colts-491725101.html

Raiders' backup QB situation looks ... shaky

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: In game vs. Packers, Raiders backup QBs Connor Cook and E.J. Manuel have their problems. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Raiders-Backup-Quarterback-Situation-Looks-Shaky-491702591.html

Harold trade may open door for Fred Warner

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: Rookie linebacker Fred Warner may get more playing time because of the trade of veteran starter Eli Harold. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Trade-of-Harold-Could-Open-Door-for-Warner-491643381.html

Tokyo Games in 2020 will use best technology to forecast conditions at surfing's debut

Surfing will make its debut at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. But what if there are no waves? That's unlikely because of the venue, the time of year -- and some high-powered forecasters. https://www.teamusa.org/News/2018/August/21/How-The-Worlds-Best-Surfers-Will-Use-Forecasting-Technology-To-Make-The-Most-Of-Their-Olympic-Debut

Sherman excited to play first game in a long while

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: Veteran corner Richard Sherman will make his game debut in a 49ers uniform this weekend. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Sherman-is-Eager-to-Get-First-Game-Action-With-49ers-491550741.html

Raiders sign cornerback Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: With concerns about depth at cornerback, the Raiders have signed veteran Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Raiders-Add-Veteran-Cornerback-to-the-Competition-491554531.html

Longtime caregiver for husband with Alzheimer'd disease has learned to cope a bit better through UCSD program

Antonea Peterson says her world has gotten smaller and smaller since she became a caregiver for her husband, who has Alzheimer's. Through UCSD's program that studies caregivers, she's managed to make her world a little bigger and a little more enjoyable. My story for the Union-Tribune: http://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/caregiver/dementia-care/sd-he-caregiver-stress-study-20180801-story.html#

Gruden: Whitehead is a winner all the way

Daily Raiders blog for NBC Bay Area website: Former Lions linebacker Tahir Whitehead is giving Raiders a big dose of energy.https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Whiteheads-Positive-Attitude-Rubbing-Off-on-Raiders-491366031.html

A fitter D.J. Jones playing well for 49ers

Daily 49ers blog for NBC Bay Area website: Defensive tackle D.J. Jones faded at the end of the 2017 season, but has come back much fitter this summer. https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/Niners-See-an-Improved-DJ-Jones-at-Defensive-Tackle-491363491.html

At 40, Adrienne Leblanc discovered triathlon. Eight years later, she has a long resume of national and world championships

Adrienne Leblanc came to triathlon just eight years ago, yet the 48-year-old has won several national and world championships. The former college swimmer hasn't let anything stop her, including a series of injuries. My story on her for ESPNW.com. http://www.espn.com/espnw/life-style/article/24332046/injuries-stop-adrienne-leblanc-making-goals