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Sporting opposing team gear, Lauren Rice and Avery Kirkman, right, enjoy chatting together as Dutch Hill Elementary in Snohomish held an Apple Cup-themed Dads and Donuts event in advance of the 2018 matchup between Washington and Washington State. This year’s Apple Cup, scheduled for Friday, was canceled because of a coronavirus outbreak among WSU players, but it’s possible the annual rivalry contest could be rescheduled. (Andy Bronson / The Herald)

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POLL: Will the Apple Cup happen this year?

Friday’s football game between UW and WSU was called off, but there’s still hope of rescheduling.

Seattle Seahawks running back Carlos Hyde (30) rushes against the Arizona Cardinals during the first half of an NFL football game, Thursday, Nov. 19, 2020, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

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Grading the Seahawks’ 28-21 victory over the Cardinals

Seattle receives solid marks as the Seahawks win a pivotal game in the NFC West race.

Voters disagreed with Seattle Seahawks coach Pete Carroll’s decision to punt rather than go for it on fourth-and-short Sunday against the Los Angeles Rams. (AP Photo/Chris Szagola)

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POLL RESULTS: Carroll shouldn’t have punted vs. the Rams

More than three-quarters of responders said the Seahawks should have gone for it on fourth-and-short.

New York Giants linebacker Devante Downs (52) in action during an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)

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How local NFL products fared in Week 10

Devante Downs, Jake Luton and KeiVarae Russell all saw action this past weekend.

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Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll pleads on a call by referees during Seattle’s 23-16 loss to the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday at SoFi Stadium. (AP Photo/Kyusung Gong)

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POLL: Did Pete Carroll make the right call punting?

The Seahawks coach has been second-guessed for not going for it on fourth-and-inches in Seattle’s loss.

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) is tackled by two against the Los Angeles Rams defenders during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong )

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Wilson wobbling under weight of carrying the Seahawks

The QB had another rough day in Seattle’s loss at Los Angeles on Sunday. Is he trying too…

Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll yells from the sideline during the second half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday at SoFi Stadium. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)

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Grading the Seahawks in their 23-16 loss to the Rams

Baffling coaching decisions and turnovers by Russell Wilson result in poor marks.

Chicago Cubs' Steven Souza Jr. calls for a timeout as he stands on second base after connecting for a double against the Colorado Rockies during the first inning of a spring training baseball game Tuesday, March 3, 2020, in Scottsdale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)

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Community sports roundup: Souza joins Dominican Winter League

Plus, Miranda Granger is set for another fight, the NWAC grants an eligibility waiver and more.

Seattle Sounders FC will be looking to defend its MLS Cup championship when the playoffs begin Nov. 21. (Frank Gunn/The Canadian Press via AP)

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POLL RESULTS: Voters predict a title for the Sounders

Nearly half the voters picked Seattle to claim its second straight MLS Cup and third in five years.

Oklahoma State distance runner Taylor Roe, a Lake Stevens High School graduate, finished second at the Big 12 Cross Country Championship on Oct. 30, 2020, in Lawrence, Kansas. (Oklahoma State photo)

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Lake Stevens grad making presence felt at Oklahoma State

Taylor Roe finished 2nd at the Big 12 Cross Country Championship with a goal of being an All-American.

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen, left, looks to pass as teammate offensive tackle Daryl Williams (75) blocks Seattle Seahawks Carlos Dunlap (43) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 8, 2020, in Orchard Park, N.Y. (AP Photo/Jeffrey T. Barnes)

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Bills expose Seattle’s perhaps fatal weakness: pass defense

The frequently lambasted Josh Allen shreds the Hawks, who are on pace to break the NFL record for…

Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Jake Luton (6) throws a pass against Houston Texans during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 8, 2020, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Stephen B. Morton)

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How they fared: Local athletes in the NFL

Five Snohomish County products were on NFL rosters in Week 9.

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Jordan Morris and the Seattle Sounders head into the MLS postseason as the No. 2 seed in the Western Conference. (Dean Rutz/The Seattle Times via AP)

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POLL: How far do the Sounders advance in the MLS playoffs?

Defending league champion Seattle enters the postseason as the No. 2 seed in the Western Conference.

Buffalo Bills linebacker A.J. Klein (54) strip sacks Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) during the second half of Sunday’s game at Bills Stadium. Seattle lost 44-34. (AP Photo/Jeffrey T. Barnes)

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Grading the Seahawks’ 44-34 loss to the Bills

The defense receives a failing grade, and the rest of the team doesn’t fare much better.

Washington State Cougars quarterback Anthony Gordon (18) is sacked by Washington Huskies linebacker Joe Tryon (9) during last year’s Apple Cup at Husky Stadium. The Huskies won 31-13. (Kevin Clark / The Herald)

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POLL RESULTS: Huskies favored over the Cougars

The Pac-12 football season begins Saturday, and voters overwhelmingly picked UW to be better than WSU.

Snohomish's Courtney Perry attempts a layup during the game against Seattle Prep at the 3A Girls Hardwood Classic on Wednesday, Feb. 27, 2019 in Tacoma, Wash. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Community sports roundup: Local hoopsters join EvCC

Plus, Lake Stevens grad Taylor Roe finishes 2nd at the Big 12 Cross Country Championship and more.

Seattle Seahawks middle linebacker Bobby Wagner, right, sacks San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 1, 2020, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson)

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Bobby Wagner’s ultimatum energized Hawks’ defense

The All-Pro middle linebacker leads a much-improved Seattle defense in win over Niners.

Trying to get the upper hand, Edmonds-Woodway's Ethan Nguyen, left, battles North Central's Steven Zaragoza. Hguyen lost 11-2 in their championship match at Mat Classic XXXII in the Tacoma Dome on Saturday, Feb. 22, 2020 in Tacoma, Wash. (Andy Bronson / The Herald)

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WIAA provides more details for start of high school sports

The WIAA says that 50% of schools in a region must be eligible for that region to begin…