On the Sidelines S1E29: Seahawks lose to 49ers, Mariners riding witchcraft wave
The Seahawks weren't able to squeak out a win over the 49ers in week one. Ethan and D-Jack break down the game, what went wrong, and debate whether Mike Macdonald made the right choice opting to kick a field goal with three minutes to go over going for it on 4th down. Then, Ryan Parish of the Steelers' SB Nation affiliate Behind the Steel Curtain joins the show as the guys look ahead to a week two road matchup. The guys discuss the Steelers' eventful start to the season against the Jets and DK Metcalf squaring off with his former team. The Mariners look to have found their groove again as they narrow the deficit in the division behind the Astros. Which players have stood out and the guys get into the Etsy witch that could be saving the Mariners' season.
The Seahawks weren't able to squeak out a win over the 49ers in week one. Ethan and D-Jack break down the game, what went wrong, and debate whether Mike Macdonald made the right choice opting to kick a field goal with three minutes to go over going for it on 4th down. Then, Ryan Parish of the Steelers' SB Nation affiliate Behind the Steel Curtain joins the show as the guys look ahead to a week two road matchup. The guys discuss the Steelers' eventful start to the season against the Jets and DK Metcalf squaring off with his former team. The Mariners look to have found their groove again as they narrow the deficit in the division behind the Astros. Which players have stood out and the guys get into the Etsy witch that could be saving the Mariners' season.
Mike Macdonald leaves door open to change at cornerback for Seattle Seahawks
Seattle Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald left the door open for a change to their starting cornerback spot after Riq Woolen's lapses in Sunday's loss to the San Francisco 49ers.
Seattle Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald left the door open for a change to their starting cornerback spot after Riq Woolen's lapses in Sunday's loss to the San Francisco 49ers.
World Cup 2026: Visa presale lottery starts today
The biggest sports tournament in the world is just about nine months away. Starting today, you can enter a lottery for a chance to buy tickets to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The biggest sports tournament in the world is just about nine months away. Starting today, you can enter a lottery for a chance to buy tickets to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Here are the US stadiums that have to drop sponsor names for 2026 World Cup
FIFA is renaming most of the 2026 World Cup stadiums to remove corporate sponsorships, a policy detailed in a list of all 16 venues and their new names.
FIFA is renaming most of the 2026 World Cup stadiums to remove corporate sponsorships, a policy detailed in a list of all 16 venues and their new names.
Ballpark Buzz: Mariners win fourth straight
The Seattle Mariners winning streak continues as they beat the Cardinals at home.
The Seattle Mariners winning streak continues as they beat the Cardinals at home.
Which teams have qualified for the FIFA World Cup 26 so far, and who is close?
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will feature an expanded format that will significantly change the global soccer landscape. This new structure provides increased opportunities for nations that have previously struggled to qualify for the tournament, giving more teams a chance to compete on the world stage.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will feature an expanded format that will significantly change the global soccer landscape. This new structure provides increased opportunities for nations that have previously struggled to qualify for the tournament, giving more teams a chance to compete on the world stage.
Seattle Storm secure playoff spot with win over Valkyries
Erica Wheeler scored 17 points, including a go-ahead shot with 18.5 seconds left, and the Seattle Storm beat the Golden State Valkyries 74-73 to secure the final WNBA playoff spot.
Erica Wheeler scored 17 points, including a go-ahead shot with 18.5 seconds left, and the Seattle Storm beat the Golden State Valkyries 74-73 to secure the final WNBA playoff spot.
Arozarena's 4 RBIs lift Mariners over Cards 5-3 as Seattle closes within 1 game of AL West lead
Randy Arozarena hit a go-ahead, three-run home run in the third inning as part of a four-RBI night as the Seattle Mariners beat the St. Louis Cardinals 5-3 to close within one game of the AL West lead.
Randy Arozarena hit a go-ahead, three-run home run in the third inning as part of a four-RBI night as the Seattle Mariners beat the St. Louis Cardinals 5-3 to close within one game of the AL West lead.
Wheeler's go-ahead jumper gives Seattle Storm 74-73 win over Valkyries to secure last WNBA playoff spot
Erica Wheeler scored 17 points, including a go-ahead shot with 18.5 seconds left, and the Seattle Storm beat the Golden State Valkyries 74-73 to secure the final WNBA playoff spot.
Erica Wheeler scored 17 points, including a go-ahead shot with 18.5 seconds left, and the Seattle Storm beat the Golden State Valkyries 74-73 to secure the final WNBA playoff spot.
Washington Sports Wrap: September 9, 2025
We put our focus on the Seattle Storm as they battle for the final playoff spot in the WNBA. Lauren Helmbrecht has a report from Climate Pledge Arena as the Storm play their final regular season game of the year. Plus, former Cougars player Mkristo Bruce joins Alyssa Charlston-Smith to discuss their upcoming game against North Texas.
We put our focus on the Seattle Storm as they battle for the final playoff spot in the WNBA. Lauren Helmbrecht has a report from Climate Pledge Arena as the Storm play their final regular season game of the year. Plus, former Cougars player Mkristo Bruce joins Alyssa Charlston-Smith to discuss their upcoming game against North Texas.
Storm prepare for high-stakes game against Golden State
It's the last game of the regular season for the Seattle Storm, who are right on the cusp of the playoffs and playing in their last chance to make it in.
It's the last game of the regular season for the Seattle Storm, who are right on the cusp of the playoffs and playing in their last chance to make it in.
Seattle Storm look for playoff spot in final game of regular season
The Seattle Storm play their final regular season game against the Golden State Valkyries, and the final playoff spot in the WNBA playoffs is on the line.
The Seattle Storm play their final regular season game against the Golden State Valkyries, and the final playoff spot in the WNBA playoffs is on the line.
FIFA World Cup 2026 ticket lottery underway: What you need to know
The FIFA World Cup 2026 ticket sales process has begun, with a multi-phase system that includes a lottery for early access and a final first-come, first-served sale.
The FIFA World Cup 2026 ticket sales process has begun, with a multi-phase system that includes a lottery for early access and a final first-come, first-served sale.
Tiger Woods opens TGR Learning Lab in Philadelphia
Golfing legend Tiger Woods was in Philadelphia Monday to open the TGR Learning Lab. This is the second location in the country.
Golfing legend Tiger Woods was in Philadelphia Monday to open the TGR Learning Lab. This is the second location in the country.
Josh Naylor bases loaded double leads four-run sixth inning as Seattle Mariners beat Cardinals 4-2
Josh Naylor delivered a bases loaded double in the sixth inning that drove in two runs as part of a four-run sixth inning as the Seattle Mariners beat the St. Louis Cardinals 4-2 on Monday night.
Josh Naylor delivered a bases loaded double in the sixth inning that drove in two runs as part of a four-run sixth inning as the Seattle Mariners beat the St. Louis Cardinals 4-2 on Monday night.
Mariners score 28 runs in last two games
The Seattle Mariners hope to continue their winning ways as they begin a seven-game homestand. FOX 13's Lauren Helmbrecht has the latest on the M's.
The Seattle Mariners hope to continue their winning ways as they begin a seven-game homestand. FOX 13's Lauren Helmbrecht has the latest on the M's.
Washington Sports Wrap: September 8, 2025
Bryan Walters joins Aaron Levine as they discuss the day after the Seahawks season opening loss to the 49ers. Reporter Lauren Helmbrecht has a report from the Mariners as they start a seven-game homestand against the St. Louis Cardinals.
Bryan Walters joins Aaron Levine as they discuss the day after the Seahawks season opening loss to the 49ers. Reporter Lauren Helmbrecht has a report from the Mariners as they start a seven-game homestand against the St. Louis Cardinals.
Nick Emmanwori has high-ankle sprain for Seattle Seahawks
Seattle Seahawks rookie safety Nick Emmanwori will miss time due to a high-ankle sprain sustained in Sunday's 17-13 loss to the San Francisco 49ers.
Seattle Seahawks rookie safety Nick Emmanwori will miss time due to a high-ankle sprain sustained in Sunday's 17-13 loss to the San Francisco 49ers.
Mariners look to extend winning streak as they return home for seven games
The Seattle Mariners are starting a 7-game homestand with 19 games left in the season, and a 1.5 game lead in the final wild card spot.
The Seattle Mariners are starting a 7-game homestand with 19 games left in the season, and a 1.5 game lead in the final wild card spot.
Takeaways from Seattle Seahawks 17-13 loss to 49ers
The Seahawks were unable to hold onto a late lead as third-string tight end Jake Tonges ripped the game-winning touchdown catch away from cornerback Riq Woolen with 1:34 left to play. Takeaways:
The Seahawks were unable to hold onto a late lead as third-string tight end Jake Tonges ripped the game-winning touchdown catch away from cornerback Riq Woolen with 1:34 left to play. Takeaways:



















