Broncos saved Seahawks from tough choice in draft, but is it for better or worse? | Matt Calkins
Denver's victory over the Chargers in Week 18 meant Seattle picked fifth, not third, in the next draft. That final score may play out as an...
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Matt Calkins
Matt Calkins joined The Seattle Times in August 2015 as a sports columnist after three years at the San Diego Union Tribune. Never afraid to take a stand or go off the beaten path, Matt enjoys writing about the human condition every bit as much as walk-offs or buzzer-beaters. His mom reads the comments so take it easy on him.
Kraken’s improbable playoff success was 15 years in the making | Matt Calkins
Seattle fans have been aching for success like the Kraken's series win over the Avalanche. But the path there was hardly as smooth as a...
Seahawks beef up defensive line in draft and offseason but still have work to do there | Matt Calkins
The Seahawks did their homework and are likely pleased with their additions to the defensive line. But is it enough?Â
Seahawks seemed destined to draft quarterback but Geno Smith rendered all that moot | Matt Calkins
After trading Russell Wilson, quarterback seemed like the biggest need for the Seahawks in the NFL draft, but Geno Smith has allowed them to look...
Seahawks have three approaches to consider with the No. 5 pick. Which one will they go with? | Matt Calkins
The Seahawks can keep their top draft pick and build around Geno Smith, they can grab their quarterback of the future, or they can trade...
Kraken can aim even higher after tying playoff series with Avalanche | Matt Calkins
As euphoric as fans were after the Kraken's overtime win Monday vs. the Avalanche, they should be thinking this now: Series win or bust.Â
Seattle Times 2023 NFL mock draft: What will Seahawks do with two picks in first round?
What may be the most-anticipated NFL draft in years for the Seahawks is now just days away. Here's how our experts see the first round...
Possible reasons for ESPN’s underwhelming projected win total for UW football | Matt Calkins
Multiple Huskies have been vocal about their goal to win the national title, but ESPN's power index projects UW's record to be 7.8-4.4.Â
For Seahawks brass, having a top-five pick in NFL draft brings excitement and pressure | Matt Calkins
Excitement abounds among the Seahawks as they prepare for next week's draft — including a rare top-five pick. Rest assured, though — nerves do, too.
Will defense prevent UW football from meeting higher expectations in 2023? | Matt Calkins
The Huskies have a some big names on their defense, but there were also some big numbers opponents posted against them in 2022.