SPORTS 10-31

NBA:

The Trailblazers are 3 – 2 after the first week of play and one week following the arrest of head coach Chauncey Billups. The team has won two games in a row and come back from the three-game road trip with Denver visiting the Moda Center tonight. The Nuggets are 3 – 1 having won three straight. This is also the start of the in-season tournament the NBA Cup. The Blazers and Nuggets have Golden State, San Antonio, and Houston in their West Group C. Overall some steep competition for Portland to beat out of the group.

Tip off tonight is 7 pm.

CFB:

Oregon State after a bye week wanting to build on the momentum from their first win has Washington State at Reser stadium tomorrow afternoon. The Cougars at 4 - 4 on the season come to Corvallis as favorites by about a field goal. Kick off is 4:30, televised on CBS.

Number 6 Oregon is on a bye this week. Head coach Dan Lanning had a national interview on ESPN Radio. The topic of the opening for the head coaching job at LSU had Lanning telling Rich Eisen he has zero interest in leaving Eugene.

Meanwhile the team preps for a big road test at Iowa November 8^th.

Hear more on the Ducks Insider daily Podcast at KBND dot com.

NFL:

The 5 – 2 Seahawks have Defensive back Devon Witherspoon trending in the right direction to be in uniform this weekend after missing five of the last six games. Although the team is a little banged up at wide receiver.  Seattle are underdogs against the 3- 5 Commanders in Landover, MD Sunday night. Kickoff is 5:20.

MLS Playoffs:

The Timbers try to stave off elimination in the first round of the best of three series. FC San Diego took the first match. Tomorrow night is back in Portland at 6:30.

NBA:

The Trailblazers built a big second half lead after trailing Utah by 10 in the first quarter and then hung on in Salt Lake City for a 136 – 134 victory over the Jazz last night. Jrue Holiday led the team with 27 points, one of six Blazers reaching double figures. They will take their 3 – 2 record back to the Moda Center with the Denver Nuggets visiting tomorrow night.

Portland Trail Blazers coach Chauncey Billups will not receive pay while on leave amid a federal gambling investigation. ESPN reports Billups will forfeit his seven-million-dollar salary until the case concludes. He faces federal charges related to an illegal gambling scheme involving NBA players and coaches.

CFB:

Number 6 Oregon is on a bye this week. Speculation on Dan Lanning leaving for Baton Rouge has lessened. One of the gambling sites that has odds on such happenings has Lanning dropping down the board of the list of favorites to be the new head coach of LSU.

Meanwhile the team preps for a big road test at Iowa November 8^th.

Hear more on the Ducks Insider daily Podcast at KBND dot com.

Oregon State is readying for the first of two meetings this season against Washington State. Defensive secondary coach AJ Cooper says the Beavers are facing a versatile Cougar offense that is a threat to run or pass.

NFL:

The Seahawks had several players on the practice field yesterday who have missed the past few games. Defensive back Devon Witherspoon and fullback Robbie Ouzts were both listed as full participants, and so was offensive guard Christian Haynes.  Seattle is getting ready to travel across the county for the Sunday night game against the Commanders.

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CFB:

Oregon State is readying for the first of two meetings this season against Washington State. Running back coach Ray Pickering talked to the media yesterday saying bell-cow running back Anthony Hankerson is in good health after the bye week, and the entire rushing unit was able to recuperate during the time off. They intend to keep momentum going after the performance against Lafayette. Pickering says the running backs have their work cut out for them as the Wazzu defense will give the Beavs some speed challenges.

Number 6 Oregon has the Senior Bowl Defensive Player of the Week.

Bryce Boettcher received the honor after breaking up two passes, and forcing a fumble in the Ducks win over Wisconsin last Saturday. The Senior Bowl press release called it ‘A lockdown performance in a statement win.’

Oregon running back Jordon Davison is the Big Ten Freshman of the Week for his performance against the Badgers. Davison ran for 102 rushing yards while scoring Oregon's first two touchdowns. It was his second straight 100-yard rushing game.

Davison becomes the third Duck to earn a Big Ten weekly honor this season.

Davison leads the Ducks this season with 10 rushing touchdowns.

And defensive back Dillon Thieneman is a Jim Thorpe Award semifinalist.

Meanwhile the team preps for a big road test at Iowa November 8^th.

Hear more on the Ducks Insider daily Podcast at KBND dot com.

NBA:

The 2- 2 Trailblazers are in Salt Lake City for a matchup against the Jazz tonight. Utah is 2 – 1 thanks to some tenacious rebounding. Something Portland needs to shore up. Tipoff is 6 pm tonight.

SPORTS 10-28

NBA:

The Trailblazers got a big road win over the Lakers 122 to 108 last night. Deni Avdija led a balanced scoring effort with 25 points. Jrue Holiday added 24, and Jerami Grant poured in 22 off the bench. 

Next up for the 2- 2 Blazers is a trip to Salt Lake City for a matchup against the Jazz tomorrow night.

CFB:

Oregon State is readying for the first of two meetings this season against Washington State. Interim head coach Robb Akey said players and coaches used the bye week to get healthy and prepare for Washington State.

The coach was noncommittal on who would start at quarterback this Saturday: Malik Murphy who has started every game or backup Gabarri Johnson who led the team to the win over Lafayette.

In other news out of Corvallis, Oregon State Deputy Athletic Director and Chief Operating Officer Brent Blaylock is reportedly leaving the university after being named to the position in May of 2024. This departure comes after OSU’s controversial contract with the company handling the school’s Name Image Likeness came to light. The Oregon State NIL manager resigned from his position earlier this month.

And multiple reports indicate OSU’s Athletic Director Scott Barnes and the athletic department have been included in a multi-million dollar employment lawsuit by the school’s former rowing coach.

Number 6 Oregon is working on getting healthy on their bye week. The biggest outside noise this week may be about the LSU head coaching job and Dan Lanning’s name coming up. Lanning has previously stated he is not leaving Eugene when other high-profile gigs have opened.

Hear more on the Ducks Insider daily Podcast at KBND dot com.

NFL:

The Seahawks got some good news with fullback Robbie Ouzts returning to practice this week after missing the past three games. Seattle travels to the nation’s capital for the Sunday night game against the Commanders.

LOCAL:

Central Oregon Community College is holding its 26th annual Turkey Trot fun-run scholarship fundraiser, a 5K run/walk, at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 15, at the Bend campus’s track, preceded by the 4th annual Toddler Trot.

NBA:

The Trailblazer led midway through the third quarter but fell behind and couldn’t climb back into it against the Clippers last night. The 114 - 107 final from Los Angeles sends the Blazers to 1 - 2 on the season. Portland struggled to score in the second half. Deni Avdija was the leading scorer with 23. Now it’s a quick turnaround as the team stays in LA to take on the Lakers with a 7:30 tipoff tonight.

CFB:

Oregon maintained their Number 6 ranking following the 21 -7 win against Wisconsin. The Badgers kept the score close under adverse weather conditions. A little too close for some fans and bettors comfort in some cases. Of note was a nose injury to starting quarterback Dante Moore with Eugene native Brock Thomas coming in to finish the game. Coach Dan Lanning said Moore would be alright.

The Ducks move into their bye week at 7 - 1 overall and 4 - 1 in the Big 10. A trip to Iowa City against a very strong Hawkeyes team is on the horizon. It’s set to be another huge test coming November 8th.

Hear more on the Ducks Insider daily Podcast at KBND dot com.

Oregon State is readying for the first of two meetings this season against Washington State. This one will be in Corvallis Saturday. 

NFL:

San Francisco quarterback Mac Jones had a costly interception near the end of the game and the 49ers lost to Houston 26 - 15. The loss dropped them a half-game behind the idle Rams and Seahawks in the NFC West.

Seattle travels to the nation’s capital for the Sunday night game against the Commanders.

Soccer:

The Portland Timbers lost 2 - 1 to San Diego FC in the first match of the best of three first round series last night. Game 2 is next Saturday.

NBA:

The Trailblazers will have Tiago Splitter on the bench tonight. The franchise named Splitter the interim head coach after Chauncey Billups was arrested yesterday and placed on leave by the NBA pending the criminal charges. The Golden State Warriors visit the Moda Center tonight. Tipoff is at 7.

CFB:

Number 6 ranked Oregon is favored by over 4 touchdowns against Wisconsin.

Pregame coverage starts at 2 tomorrow afternoon on KBND. Kickoff is at 4.

TV broadcast is on FS1.

Hear final game preparations on the Ducks Insider daily Podcast at KBND.com.

MBB

Oregon plays Utah at Matthew Knight arena tonight at 7.

NFL:

San Francisco quarterback Mac Jones was in front of the media after practice yesterday; talking about getting ready for Houston Sunday. Kickoff is 10 am against the Texans.

LOCAL:

The Happy Girls Run Sisters Half Marathon, 10K and 5K is tomorrow.

SPORTS 10-23

NBA:

Portland Trailblazers coach Chauncey Billups and Miami Heat player Terry Rozier have been separately arrested related to federal investigations into gambling.  Multiple reports say Billups was charged in an illegal poker operation connected with the mafia.   Rozier and former coach and player Damon Jones were also charged in a different illegal gambling case.  Those two are among six people accused of using inside information to make wagers on games. 

The Trailblazers led for 3 and a half quarters but went cold in the final minutes losing 118 - 114 to Minnesota on opening night. Jerami Grant, off the bench, led the team in scoring with 29 points. Portland was outscored 30 - 19 in the final quarter. The Golden State Warriors visit the Moda Center Friday night.

CFB:

Number 6 ranked Oregon has not been hampered by significant injuries like this week’s opponent has. The Badgers are hoping to get their starting quarterback on the field for the first time in over a month. However the Ducks are a little banged up heading into Saturday’s contest. Although standout tight-end Kenyon Sadiq said during his media availability this week he will be ready to go despite getting shaken up on a play against Rutgers last weekend.

Hear about this week’s preparations on the Ducks Insider daily Podcast at KBND.com

Pregame coverage starts at 2 Saturday afternoon on KBND. Kickoff is at 4.

NFL:

San Francisco quarterback Brock Purdy was limited in practice yesterday. We’ll find out if Mac Jones or Purdy talk to the media at practice today; giving an idea who might be handing off to Christian McCaffery against Houston Sunday.

Seahawks stars Marshawn Lynch, Ricky Watters, and Earl Thomas are all semi-finalists again in the Pro Football Hall of Fame voting process. The trio of Seattle legends are among 50 players with a list of finalists whittled down to 15 by the end of the year.

Soccer:

The Portland Timbers advance in the MLS playoffs after knocking off Real Salt Lake 3 - 1 last night in a Western Conference Wildcard match. The Timbers travel to Snapdragon stadium to take on San Diego FC in a best of three first round series beginning Sunday.

LOCAL:

The Happy Girls Run Sisters Half Marathon, 10K and 5K is Saturday.

SPORTS 10-22

CFB:
Number 6 ranked Oregon had a lot of players see the field in Saturday’s win over Rutgers. Head coach Dan Lanning noted backup quarterback Brock Thomas earned the time at the end of the game because of the way he has performed in practice. …Thomas was considered 4th on the Ducks QB depth chart.

The backups could get some time on the field again Saturday against 2 -5 Wisconsin.

The Oregon Ducks coaches show is tonight at 7:05 on KBND.

Hear more on the Ducks Insider daily Podcast at KBND dot com.

NBA:
The Trailblazers have their regular season opener tonight when Minnesota visits the Moda Center. They will be without 3rd year guard Scoot Henderson who starts the season on the injured list but Scoot along with center Donovan Clingan, and forward Kris Murray all had their rookie contracts extended. Clingan will be in the starting line-up for the tip-off at 7 against the Timberwolves.

NFL:
Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald said during Tuesday's media availability several key defensive players including Cornerback Devon Witherspoon should return to the line-up after Seattle’s bye this week.

San Francisco has more injuries along the offensive and defensive lines.
Coach Kyle Shanahan talked about potentially trading for help on defense but said the team wanted to not give up too much in any deal.
The coach also says he likes the makeup of his current roster who are 5 – 2 heading to Houston Sunday

MLS:
(Portland, OR)  --  The Timbers will begin their postseason run tonight.  Portland will host Real Salt Lake in the wild card round of the MLS Cup Playoffs.  Portland went oh, one and one against RSL during the regular season.  The winner will play San Diego FC in a best-of-three first round series beginning Sunday.

SPORTS 10-21

MLB: 

The Mariners bid for their first World Series appearance came up short last night in Toronto. Seattle fell 4 – 3 to the Blue Jays. It was the franchise’s best season by many metrics since 2001.

CFB:

Number 6 ranked Oregon is game planning for Wisconsin expecting a physical matchup in Eugene Saturday. Head coach Dan Lanning noted the Badgers have suffered significant injuries over the course of the season contributing to the 2 – 5 overall record.

Hear more on the Ducks Insider daily Podcast at KBND dot com.

Oregon State Vice President and Director of Athletics Scott Barnes announced a group of committee members who will participate in the search for the next Head Football Coach.

The search committee, headed by Barnes, includes former player Brandin Cooks, currently a wide receiver for the New Orleans Saints, several former Beaver athletes and alumni who are successful in the business community, and former head coach Mike Riley.

Meanwhile the team is off this week preparing for a meeting with Washington State November 1^st.

NFL:

San Francisco may have Mac Jones starting at quarterback again this week. Head Coach Kyle Shanahan mentioned quarterback Brock Purdy may not be ready to go in their week 8 matchup against Houston.

MLB: 

Series even! There will be a game 7 after the Mariners went down 6 – 2 to the Blue Jays in game six of the American League Championship series. First pitch in Toronto is 5:08 this afternoon.

CFB:

Oregon moved up to number 6 in the Associated Press poll following their 56 – 10 pounding of Rutgers Saturday amid more shuffling in the Top 25 of the rankings. The Ducks are 6 – 1 on the season and 3 – 1 in the Big 10.

The Wisconsin Badgers visit Autzen Saturday afternoon.

Hear more on the Ducks Insider daily Podcast at KBND dot com.

Oregon State got their first win of the season in a dominating second half performance against Lafayette Saturday night.

The Beavers have a bye this week and that will give interim head-coach Rob Akey time to decide who will be their starting quarterback against Washington State November 1st: Million and a half dollar Malik Murphy or veteran signal caller Gabarri Johnson who led the second-half comeback.

NFL:

San Francisco handled the Atlanta Falcons in Sunday Night Football taking a 20 – 10 win to move to 5 - 2.

The Seahawks are a field goal favorite over Houston in the late Monday Night football game… kicking off at 7 pm in Seattle.

NBA:

The Trailblazers have signed two of their big cornerstone pieces on defense and offense: forward Toumani Camara signed a four-year contract extension reportedly worth 82-milion dollars. Guard Shaedon Sharpe has also been locked in to another four years for 90-million dollars.  The regular season begins Wednesday when Minnesota visits the Moda Center.

SPORTS 10-17-25

MLB: 

Series even! The Mariners were out-slugged again last night in the American League Championship series game four to the Blue Jays with an 8 - 2 final.

Game five is this afternoon in Seattle. First pitch at 3:08. 

CFB:

Number 8 Oregon is in New Jersey at 17 and a half point favorites against Rutgers. 

Pregame coverage starts at 1:30 tomorrow afternoon on KBND.

TV broadcast is on the Big Ten Network.

Ducks vs Scarlet Knights kick off at 3:30.

Hear about final pregame preparation on the Ducks Insider daily Podcast at KBND dot com.

Oregon State will be favored to get their first win by 22 and a half points over Lafayette tomorrow (Sa) night.

Kick off from Reser stadium is set for 7 pm.

TV broadcast is on The CW.

NBA:

The Trailblazers finished their preseason schedule with a close loss in Utah going down 132 - 129 to the Jazz.

The regular season begins next week when Minnesota visits the Moda Center on Wednesday.

NFL:

The Seahawks are a field goal favorite over Houston in the early Monday Night football game… kicking off at 4 pm in Seattle.

San Francisco will be putting together a makeshift offensive unit to take on the surging Atlanta Falcons in Sunday Night Football. The 49ers are narrowly favored by 2. Kick off is 5:20.

LOCAL:

Rodeo action in Redmond!

The Columbia RIver Circuit Finals are at the Deschutes County Fairgrounds tonight and tomorrow night.

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MLB: 

Seattle is now up 2 -1 in the A L C S. The Mariners were out-slugged 13 - 4 last night in the American League Championship series in game three to the Blue Jays. The Ms are still at home for both games four and five. Game 4 is today (Th) at 5:33. Game 5 is tomorrow.

CFB:

Ducks head coach Dan Lanning came out feisty during yesterday’s (Wed) press conference asking reporters if they knew the Ducks were preparing for Rutgers this Saturday, after questions about last Saturday’s performance against Indiana.

When talking about this week’s matchup, Lanning noted the Scarlet Knights have an aggressive defense, and could pull out some special wrinkles to try to surprise number 8 ranked Oregon.

Pregame coverage starts at 1:30 Saturday afternoon on KBND.

Hear more on the Ducks Insider daily Podcast at KBND dot com.

Oregon State linebacker Nikko (nee-koh) Taylor during his media availability yesterday (Wed) said he was shocked to learn of the firing of coach Trent Bray on Sunday, and many of his teammates were taken by surprise at the dismissal.

Some of the names being reported as potential frontrunners for the job are Bronco Mendenhall, Utah State head coach, Brennan Marion, Sacramento State’s head coach, and Nick Rolovich, an assistant at Cal.

Other reports have interim coach Robb Akey also interested in continuing to lead the Beavs next season.

NBA:

The Trailblazers preseason schedule concludes tonight (Th) in Utah with a matchup against the Jazz. Tip off is at 6.

The regular season begins next Wednesday.

MLS

The MLS regular season will come to a close on Saturday. The Sounders will face New York City FC on the road, while the Timbers host San Diego FC. Both teams have already clinched postseason berths, with Seattle fifth in the Western Conference and Portland in seventh.
 

Sea Or Ak Sports 

>>Mariners To Host Jays In ALCS Game Three

(Seattle, WA)  --  The Mariners will continue the American League Championship Series tonight.  Seattle will host the Blue Jays in game three of the best-of-seven series.  The Mariners lead two games to zero after taking care of business north of the border.  George Kirby will take the hill for Seattle opposite Toronto's Shane Bieber.  Kirby has allowed three runs in 10 innings this postseason.

>>Seahawks To Host Texans

(Seattle, WA)  --  The Seahawks will be back in primetime this weekend.  Seattle will host the Texans Monday night.  The Seahawks are 4-and-1 all-time against Houston.  Seattle enters the matchup at 4-and-2 and in second place in the NFC West.

>>Blazers Downed By Warriors

(Portland, OR)  --  The Trail Blazers dropped another preseason game.  Portland lost to the Golden State Warriors 118-111 at home.  Shaedon Sharpe led the way with 18 points, while Caleb Love added 17 off the bench.  The Blazers will wrap up their exhibition slate Thursday on the road against the Utah Jazz.

>>Report: Sarama To Be Fire's First Coach

(Portland, OR)  --  Portland's new WNBA team reportedly has its first ever coach.  The Fire will be led by Alex Sarama, the team shared on LinkedIn Tuesday before deleting the post.  Sarama was previously with the Cleveland Cavaliers, as well with the G-League Rip City Remix and the London Lions of the British Basketball League, where he worked with Portland general manager Vanja Cernivec.

>>College Football Round Up

(Undated)  --  Week eight of the college football season is underway.  Number nine Oregon will hit the road to face Rutgers.  The Ducks and Scarlet Knights have never met on the gridiron.  Washington also head east to battle Michigan.  The Huskies beat the Wolverines last season in Seattle.  Oregon State will host Lafayette.  The game will be the first for interim coach Robb Akey.  Washington State will battle number 19 Virginia in an away matchup.  The Cougars are 1-and-2 in road games this season.

>>MLS Round Up

(Undated)  --  The MLS regular season ends this weekend.  The Sounders will be out east to face New York City FC, while the Timbers host San Diego FC.  Both teams have clinched postseason berths, with Seattle fifth in the Western Conference and Portland in seventh.

SPORTS 10-14-25

MLB: 

The Mariners slugged their way to a 2 - 0 American League Championship series lead beating the Blue Jays 10 - 3 yesterday. Game three is tomorrow back in Seattle. The best of seven format is a 2 - 3 - 2 series, so game four and game five if necessary will be at T-Mobile park.

CFB:

Ducks head coach Dan Lanning again praised Indiana’s game plan and execution causing Oregon’s loss Saturday during yesterday’s media availability. He said the team is focused on bouncing back and not having a let down against Rutgers this Saturday.

Hear more on the Ducks Insider daily Podcast at KBND dot com.

Oregon State held their first press conference with interim head coach Robb Akey. Among many topics in the lengthy interview session he mentioned offensive play calling will now be taken over by Senior Quality Control Analyst Danny Langsdorf replacing Ryan Gunderson who will remain on staff.

CBB:

The Oregon Men received some votes in the initial Associated Press college basketball poll of the season. The Ducks landed just outside the preseason Top 25.

NBA:

The Trailblazers preseason schedule continues tonight with a matchup against the Golden State Warriors. Tip off from the Moda Center  is at 7.

SPORTS 10-13-25

MLB: 

The Mariners stole game 1 of the American League Championship with a 3 – 1 victory in Toronto last night. Bryce Miller threw a tough six innings giving the bullpen a huge break after the 15-inning game 5 win over the Tigers Friday night. Cal Raleigh homered and Jorge Polanco came through with the go-ahead RBI last night after his walk-off winner in the division series.

Game 2 first pitch is today at 2:03

CFB:

Oregon State Vice President and Athletic Director Scott Barnes called it a difficult decision in the statement announcing Head Football Coach Trent Bray has been relieved of his duties, effective immediately, and that a national search for a new coach is underway.

Beavers wide receiver Trent Walker, a captain and arguably the team’s best player posted on social media he was ‘Forever grateful for Coach Bray. The impact he’s had on me and the rest of the players he’s coached is unmatched. He's a great coach & mentor and a big reason why I stayed in Corvallis. I'm disappointed to say the least.’ Walker was among several current and former players speaking out against the firing.

A lot of negative sentiment from the fanbase on social and traditional media feels the problems at OSU athletics runs to a higher level than Bray and the coaching staff.

Robb Akey, the new special teams coach as of last week, and current special assistant to the head coach, will finish out the season as the Beavs interim head coach.

There were actually a number of fans on social media calling for Ducks’ head coach Dan Lanning’s dismissal following the upset loss at Autzen. Lanning admitted in the post-game press conference the game plan didn’t work and the team wasn’t prepared during the upset loss to new number 2 Indiana. Oregon dropped to number 8 in the latest AP Poll and 9^th in the Coaches poll. The Ducks make a long road trip to New Jersey to take on Rutgers this Saturday.

Hear more on the Ducks Insider daily Podcast at KBND dot com.

NFL:

Seattle took care of business in Jacksonville with an impressive road win. Jackson Smith-Njigba is now leading the league in Receiving after his impressive 162-yard performance. The Seahawks move to 4 – 2 with a Monday-night matchup hosting Houston.

San Francisco will lose their top linebacker Fred Warner for the rest of the season due to an ankle injury. The 49ers dropped to 4 -2 falling 30 – 19 to Tampa. Atlanta visits next Sunday night.

SPORTS 10-10-25

MLB: 

The Mariners battle Detroit in game 5 of the Divisional series with the winner advancing to the American League Championship. Game time is 5:08.

CFB:

Number 3 Oregon is around a touchdown favorite over number 7 Indiana tomorrow. Hear the pregame broadcast from Eugene starting at 10:30.

Kick-off is 12:30

Hear  about final game preparations on the Ducks Insider daily Podcast at KBND dot com.

Oregon State has homecoming in Corvallis against Wake Forest.  The Beavers are underdogs by less than a field goal against the Demon Deacons. It’s also a 12:30 kick-off.

Make plans for some busy traffic heading to both games at the same time.

NFL:

Seattle has a 10 am Kickoff against Jacksonville Sunday. The Seahawks come in as very slight underdogs.

San Francisco are field goal underdogs to Tampa Sunday. Kickoff is 1:25.

LOCAL:

Oregon State Beaver baseball is at Vince Genna Stadium Sunday playing the Gonzaga Bulldogs in a Fall Ball matchup. First pitch is 12:30.

Banana Ball is coming to Eugene. The Savannah Bananas and the Party Animals will meet in a pair of games in Autzen Stadium on June 27-28 next summer. The 2026 Banana Ball Ticket Lottery List runs through October 31.

NBA:

The Trail Blazers continue their exhibition slate tonight. Portland is back home for a matchup with the Sacramento Kings. The Blazers lost their first game of the preseason 129-123 to the Golden State Warriors. Shaedon Sharpe scored a game-high 22 points in the setback.

SPORTS 10-9-25

MLB: 

The Mariners couldn’t hang on to a 3 – 0 lead and dropped game 4 of the Divisional series 9 – 3 to the Tigers. That evens the best of five series at two games apiece. The teams go back to Seattle today for the 5^th and final game in the series with the winner advancing to the American League Championship. Game time tomorrow is 1:40.

CFB:

Oregon State’s new special teams coach Robb Akey, who had been serving as a special assistant to head coach Trent Bray, says they need to take an unfortunate situation and tighten up to make it better.  During his media availability yesterday, he mentioned the staff feels sick about the 0 and 6 record, and are keeping the focus on finishing games strong. It’s homecoming in Corvallis with a 12:30 kickoff against Wake Forest Saturday.

Ducks head coach Dan Lanning says his team is preparing for some plays they haven’t seen before from the Hoosiers when they come to Autzen Saturday. The coach said they are working on some new wrinkles on offense and defense also. The U of O will still be missing some key players including receivers Dillon Gresham and Evan Stewart, and safety Trey McNutt.  Number 3 Oregon vs number 7 Indiana is Saturday with the pregame broadcast from Eugene starting at 10:30.

Hear more on the Ducks Insider daily Podcast at KBND dot com.

NFL:

Quarterback Mac Jones will likely be the 49ers starter again this Sunday as Brock Purdy didn’t practice yesterday with his toe injury. Wide receivers Juann Jennings and Ricky Pearsall also weren’t available. Head Coach Kyle Shanahan says he’s not counting on either receiver to return Sunday when the 9ers go to Tampa.

The Seahawks did not get defensive back Devon Witherspoon, safety Julian Love and outside linebacker DeMarcus Lawrence at practice yesterday. Head Coach Mike Macdonald said decisions on the players status probably won’t come until tomorrow or even game-time. Seven players in all were on the Did Not Participate list. Seattle goes to Jacksonville Sunday.

NBA:

The Trail Blazers began the preseason on a down note. Portland lost to the Golden State Warriors 129-123 on the road. Shaedon Sharpe scored 22 points in the setback, while Toumani Camara and Deni Avdija scored 14 points each. The Blazers will continue their preseason slate Friday at home against the Kings.

SPORTS 10-8-25

MLB: 

The Mariners have a two games to one series lead after beating the Tigers 8 – 4 last night. Cal Raleigh, Geno Suarez, and J.P. Crawford all homered. Game 4 of the series is today in Detroit first pitch at 12:08.

CFB:

Ducks quarterback Dante Moore met with media members yesterday after practice saying the team used the bye week to rest and recover while preparing for another Top 10 matchup with conference title implications. Number 3 Oregon vs number 7 Indiana is Saturday with the pregame broadcast from Eugene starting at 10:30.

Hear from the coaching staff and players tonight on the Oregon Coaches show starting at 7:05 on KBND.  Hear more on the Ducks Insider daily Podcast at KBND dot com.

Oregon State is preparing for a tough defensive matchup against Wake Forest Saturday. Tight ends coach Will Heck spoke to the media yesterday saying the team will focus on establishing the rushing attack. Heck noted the Demon Deacons defensive schemes look similar to what they faced the past three seasons when Wake Forest Head coach Jake Dickert was at Washington State.

College Hoops:

Oregon’s Nate Bittle and Jackson Shelstad were named to the Preseason All-Big Ten team yesterday.

NBA:

The Trailblazers preseason schedule begins tonight with a matchup against the Golden State Warriors. Tip off from San Francisco is at 7.

NFL:

The Seahawks, back at practice today, are hoping to get defensive back Devon Witherspoon, and outside linebacker DeMarcus Lawrence on the field after missing last week. Seattle is going to need the help as they travel to Jacksonville this week against the upstart Jaguars.

SPORTS 10-7-25

CFB:

The Number 3-ranked Ducks have number 7 Indiana at Autzen Saturday. Hoosiers head coach Curt Cignetti didn’t take the bait when asked about his prior comments on NIL spending at schools like Oregon. The veteran coach would only say the U of O “has a lot of good players’ during his press conference yesterday. Back in the spring Cignetti mentioned Oregon among the schools spending more than 40-million dollars on players. Earlier this season now former-Oklahoma State coach Mike Gundy called out Oregon for their scheduling against teams with limited budgets. The Ducks beat the Cowboys 69 – 3 and head coach Dan Lanning said afterwards his team used the comments for extra motivation. ESPN College Game Day will broadcast their pre-game show from Eugene.

Hear more on the Ducks Insider daily Podcast at KBND dot com.

Oregon State head coach Trent Bray said special teams coordinator Robb Akey will take over duties for the Beavers beleaguered special teams unit. Bray told the media after practice yesterday evaluation of coaches and players will continue this week. He admitted the loss to Appalachian state was demoralizing for the team but called them resilient. Bray also addressed recruiting saying he is confident the team will keep most of its commitments for next season, and that Beaver nation and the administration need to support the team. Its homecoming Saturday against Wake Forest.

MLB:

Mariners’ slugger Josh Naylor’s status is up in the air today as he returned to Arizona to be with his wife who is expecting their first child. Manager Dan Wilson didn’t say yesterday whether the first baseman would be in the line-up today, but we should get word later this morning. Seattle is tied 1 – 1 with the Tigers in the divisional playoff series.
Game 3 of the best of five series is this afternoon in Detroit. First pitch is set for 1:08.

SPORTS 10-6-25

CFB:

Oregon State has fired their special teams coach following Saturday’s loss at Appalachian State. Beavers head coach Trent Bray released a statement yesterday on the dismissal of Coach Jamie Christian reading in part ‘"Now is the right time to make a change in our football program.”

The loss dropped OSU to 0 – 6 but Athletic Director Scott Barnes believes the season can still be salvaged. The AD also released a statement yesterday noting high expectations are not being met, and he and coach Bray are reviewing every aspect of the program.

It’s homecoming Saturday against Wake Forest.

Oregon dropped a spot to 3rd in the Associated Press poll behind Miami. The Hurricanes climbing to number 2 isn’t a big surprise since they had a Top 25 win against Florida State. It may have also hurt Oregon’s strength of schedule when Penn State was upset by previously winless UCLA. The U of O remained ranked 2^nd in the Coaches Poll.

The Ducks have number 7 Indiana at Autzen Saturday. ESPN College Game Day will broadcast their pre-game show from Eugene.

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MLB:

Seattle evened up their divisional playoff series at a game a piece with a 3 -2 win last night thanks to two Jorge Polanco home runs and a go-ahead RBI double from Julio Rodriguez plating Cal Raleigh.
Game 3 of the best of five series is tomorrow afternoon in Detroit.

NFL:

A fluke deflection off a Buccaneer helmet caused a Sam Darnold interception and Seattle was the latest victim in Tampa Bay’s string of comeback victories. The Seahawks dropped to 3 – 2.

MLS:

The Sounders won the latest iteration of the Cascadia Derby. Seattle beat the Timbers 1-0 at home. Pedro de la Vega scored the lone goal of the game for the Sounders. Seattle is fifth in the Western Conference with 49 points, while Portland has 44 and is seventh. Both teams have clinched postseason berths.

SPORTS 10-3-25

MLB:

The Mariners will take on the Detroit Tigers in the American League Divisional series. Games one and two will be at T-Mobile park. Seattle is a favorite to advance in the best of five series.

CFB:

Oregon State is in Boone, North Carolina for a final walk through today ahead of tomorrow’s match up against Appalachian State. The Beavers are meeting the Mountaineers for the first time and come in as slim underdogs. Kick off at 12:30.

Oregon is on a bye this week prepping for number 8 Indiana Saturday October 11^th.

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The Washington Huskies are almost two touchdown underdogs at Maryland tomorrow at 12:30

Washington State is off this week.

NFL:

It will be vintage uniforms for the Seahawks in 1990s era blue and green and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in classic creamsicle both celebrating their 50^th seasons. It’s a big game between a pair of 3 – 1 teams looking to establish themselves in the NFC pecking order. Seatle is favored by just over a field goal. Kick off is 1:05.

MLS:

The Timbers and Sounders will wrap up their season series. The teams will match up Saturday in Seattle. Portland and Seattle played to a one-one tie at Providence Park in May. The Sounders are currently fifth in the Western Conference and has clinched a playoff berth, while the Timbers are two points back in seventh place.

SPORTS 10-2-25

MLB:

The Mariners now know potential start times for the American League Divisional series.

If the Boston Red Sox beat the New York Yankees, the Mariners vs. the winner of Detroit vs Cleveland game will start at 1:08 p.m. at T-Mobile Park.

If the Yankees advance, Mariners vs. DET/CLE will start at 5:38 PM Saturday.

Game two of the ALDS in Seattle on Sunday will start at 5:03 p.m.

CFB:

The University of Oregon has granted running back Mahki Hughes his request to be redshirted this season. The pre-season All-American appeared in four games for the Ducks but was low on the depth chart due to a talented corps of runners led by upperclassmen Noah Whittington and Jayden Limar, along with standout freshman Dierre Hill Jr. who is the team’s leading rusher. Hughes was one of the more highly-touted transfers going to Eugene last season, and it’s not a foregone conclusion he will take his two years of eligibility elsewhere as his brother is a true-freshman defensive back who has played in all five games.

Oregon is on a bye this week prepping for number 8 Indiana Saturday October 11^th.

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Oregon State is traveling to Boone, North Carolina today ahead of their game against Appalachian State Saturday.

NFL:

San Francisco QB Brock Purdy and receivers Ricky Pearsall and Juann Jennings are listed as out for tonight’s game. Backup quarterback Mac Jones will start against the Rams.  The 49ers are favored by more than a touchdown.

Seahawks outside linebacker DeMarcus Lawrence is day to day with a thigh injury according to head coach Mike Macdonald. The Buccaneers go to Seattle Sunday with a throwback uniform game for both teams who are celebrating the anniversary of their 50^th seasons.

SPORTS 10-1-25

MLB:

The Mariners had 8 players eligible for fan voting on the All-MLB teams. The American League’s number 2 seed will hold intrasquad scrimmages today (Wed) and tomorrow (Th) with Seattle fans encouraged to get tickets and create a playoff atmosphere at T-Mobile.

CFB:

Oregon State offensive coordinator Ryan Gunderson indicated quarterback Malik Murphy practiced yesterday (Tu) a good sign the Beavers’ starter would be in the line-up against Appalachian State Saturday saying Murphy would be ‘full-go’.

Oregon quarterback Dante Moore is the Big Ten Co-Offensive Player of the Week for his performance in the Ducks' double-overtime win at Penn State. It is the first career Big Ten honor for Moore. Also, inside linebacker Bryce Boettcher was named the Burlsworth Trophy Walk-On Player of the Week. Boettcher is already the 2024 winner of the Burlsworth. Boettcher racked up a career-high 13 tackles and assisted on a tackle for loss Saturday.

Oregon is on a bye this week preparing to face off against another Heisman-hopeful in Hoosier quarterback Fernando Mendoza and number 8 Indiana Saturday October 11^th.

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NFL:

San Francisco had QB Brock Purdy and his turf-toe join receivers Ricky Pearsall and Juann Jennings on the injury report. Backup quarterback Mac Jones was a full participant though, and will prepare to start for San Francisco again tomorrow against the Rams.

The Seahawks may not have to face break-out second year Tampa Bay running back Bucky Irving this week. The former Oregon Duck is dealing with an ankle or foot injury. The Buccaneers go to Seattle Sunday.

MLS

The Timbers and Sounders will face off this weekend.  The teams will play for the second time this season Saturday in Seattle.  The teams played to a 1-1 tie at Providence Park in May, with Santiago Moreno scoring for Portland and Albert Rusnák adding Seattle's tally.  The Sounders are currently fifth in the Western Conference and have clinched a playoff berth, while the Timbers are two points back in seventh place.