The Denver Broncos have truly impressed during their 2025 campaign. With five games remaining in the regular season, to be going for their eleventh win certainly wasn’t something I had predicted. Nobody knows how the rest of the season will turn out, but I believe Denver’s success thus far gives them a lot of flexibility relative to how they approach roster building this spring.
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Billionaire Democratic mega donor Tom Steyer launched a California gubernatorial bid, throwing his hat into the ring to compete against the crowd of candidates vying to replace current Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom.
“The richest people in America think that they earned everything themselves,” Steyer said at the beginning of a campaign video, before dropping a profanity.
“Bulls— man. That’s so ridiculous,” he asserted.
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Tom Steyer speaks with Fox News Digital during his 2020 campaign for the Democratic presidential nomination. (Paul Steinhauser/Fox News)
Steyer, a former hedge fund manager, became a force in national politics last decade. He created NextGenAmerica, a grassroots advocacy organization that helped drive the youth vote in the 2018 elections, helping the Democrats win back the House of Representatives. And he became one of the ringleaders in the Democrats’ first push to impeach President Donald Trump — through his “Need to Impeach” movement.
Steyer launched a 2020 presidential campaign and poured roughly $250 million of his own money into his White House bid. But after poor finishes in the early primaries and caucuses, he dropped out of the race.
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Tom Steyer speaks onstage at the 2023 TIME100 Summit at Jazz at Lincoln Center on April 25, 2023, in New York City. (Jemal Countess/Getty Images for TIME)
Trump criticized Steyer at the time, taking to social media to say, “Tom Steyer who, other than Mini Mike Bloomberg, spent more dollars for NOTHING than any candidate in history, quit the race today proclaiming how thrilled he was to be a part of the … Democrat Clown Show. Go away Tom and save whatever little money you have left!”
Newsom took office in early 2019, then survived a gubernatorial recall election in 2021 before going on to win a second term in 2022.
He is ineligible to serve a third term, as the state constitution stipulates, “No Governor may serve more than 2 terms.”
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California Gov. Gavin Newsom speaks during a rally on Nov. 8, 2025 in Houston, Texas. (Brandon Bell/Getty Images)
Former President Joe Biden-era Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra, former U.S. Rep. Katie Porter, former Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa, Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco and former Fox News Channel host Steve Hilton are some of the other candidates running for California governor.
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The FIFA World Cup 2026 match-ups that will be played at Levi’s Stadium in the San Francisco Bay Area were revealed on Saturday.
The Bay Area will be hosting six matches at Levi’s Stadium, which will be known as the San Francisco Bay Area Stadium during the World Cup. Five of the games will be group-stage matches, and one of them will be a Round 32 knockout match.
FIFA World Cup 2026 San Francisco Bay Area schedule
- Match 8: Qatar vs. Switzerland on Saturday, June 13, 12 p.m. PST
- Match 20: Australia vs. Jordan on Tuesday, June 16, 9 p.m. PST
- Match 31: TBD (Turkey/Romania/Slovakia/Kosovo) vs. Paraguay on Friday, June 19, 9 p.m. PST
- Match 44: Jordan vs. Algeria on Monday, June 22, 8 p.m. PST
- Match 60: Paraguay vs. Australia Thursday, June 25, 7 p.m. PST
- Match 81, Round of 32 Knockout Game: First in Group D vs. TBD (Third from Group B, E, F, I or J) on Wednesday, July 1, 7 p.m. PST
When does the World Cup start?
The World Cup will begin on June 1 at 12 p.m. in Mexico City, and the final match will be played at MetLife Stadium on July 19.
When glossing over the Broncos roster, there aren’t many significant needs. The front office has done a tremendous job drafting and developing talent in recent years. Most importantly, they have rewarded a variety of homegrown players with contract extensions.
The foundations of the team, Denver’s offensive and defensive trenches, are phenomenally strong. Most every starter at those position groups will return for 2026. The exceptions being John Franklin-Myers who will likely cash in during free agency, as well as Ben Powers being a potential cap casualty at left guard.
Even with the most recent round of extensions, the Broncos have an ample amount of cap space next year due to the way they structured the new deals for Wil Lutz, Malcolm Roach, and Luke Wattenberg. With 41 players already currently under contract, it’s estimated they have nearly $40 million in space. You can shave off some of that due to the retention of key E/RFAs like Ja’Quan McMillian and Alex Palczewski.
Even so, Denver has the financial ability to make a big splash or two if they so choose. And why not? It’s a perk of having a quarterback on a rookie deal. If competing for Super Bowl’s is the goal, I fully expect the Broncos to be aggressive this offseason. Let’s talk about a few ways they could go about that.
Splash #1: Investing at inside linebacker and running back in free agency
At inside linebacker, Dre Greenlaw will return in ‘26 however both Alex Singleton and Justin Strnad are free agents. It’s quite possible the Broncos opt to retain one of them for continuity purposes. However, if Vance Joseph winds up earning a head coaching gig, a new defensive play caller may be interested in going another direction.
The ‘26 free agency class at inside linebacker appears to be strong. That’s good for Denver. Players like Quay Walker, Leo Chenal, Demario Davis, Devin Lloyd, Devin Bush, Kaden Elliss, and Quincy Williams are slated to be looking for new teams this offseason. It’s certainly an area I think the team could make a big investment in—if they so choose. Though it may be an area Denver could look at in the draft due to it being an exceptional class at the position.
Outside of inside linebacker, upgrading the running back position during free agency seems likely. Having a top-notch rushing attack is a must in order to compete in the playoffs and help take pressure off of Bo Nix. Could the Broncos opt to bring back J.K. Dobbins? Certainly. Though I’d like to see them be aggressive and come away with one of the top backs on the market.
Players like Breece Hall, Kenneth Walker III, Tyler Allgeier, and Brian Robinson are set to be available. There are folks who would say spending big in free agency at running back is a bad idea. I understand where they are coming from. Though imagine the stability one of the aforementioned backs would provide for the offense. We have seen the running game struggle after Dobbins got hurt. And in order to play well late in the season and beyond, having a strong rushing attack is extremely important.
Splash #2: Adding an X-Factor on offense via trade
Each and every offseason, some sort of blockbuster trade nobody expected transpires in the National Football League. We saw that earlier this year when the Dallas Cowboys traded away Micah Parsons to the Green Bay Packers for Kenny Clark and handful of early draft selections.
If things continue to go badly in Minnesota, could star wide receiver Justin Jefferson potentially be on the market? I have my doubts that GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah would want to trade away such a prolific player. But if they continue to struggle at quarterback, perhaps Jefferson winds up asking for a trade. Stranger things have happened.
I’m not saying it’s likely. Though it wouldn’t hurt to check in about his availability or other big playmakers at the position. Denver was reportedly interested and asking around on wide receivers at this year’s trade deadline. With that in mind, it seems likely for them reconsider that during the offseason.
Splash #3: Navigating a big move up the draft board for a premier prospect
Internal discussions and player evaluations at season’s end will play a huge role in how the Broncos wind up concocting their offseason blueprint. Based on their success thus far, Denver is scheduled to be picking quite late once April rolls around. Likely too late to add a Day 1 difference maker capable of making big waves as a rookie.
Given the strength of Denver’s roster, they could also make a splash moving up in the draft for a premier prospect. The college football playoffs and bowl games will happen in the coming weeks. The Senior Bowl and NFL Scouting Combine aren’t too far off either. It’ll truly be draft season before you know it.
Standing pat and let the board fall to them is always an option. GM George Paton has had success doing that with a handful of picks over the years. Nevertheless, if they wind up falling in love with a handful of prospects in the draft making a huge move up the board is also a potentiality for the team. Denver always seems to like to wheel and deal during the draft and I don’t think this year will be any different.
What do you think Broncos Country?
Do you feel the Broncos are poised to make some big splashes this offseason? What would be your ideal blueprint to improve the franchise based on what you have seen thus far? Let me know in the comments section.
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West Seattle Junction Tree Lighting, Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast, school open houses, much more for your Saturday
(Latest image from Junction traffic cam – remember Alaska will be closed east of here this pm)
Happy Saturday! We have another two-part event list – first part is a long list of seasonal happenings from the WSB West Seattle Holiday Guide:
SANTA PHOTOS AND PANCAKES: Santa photos are part of what you’ll find at the Kiwanis Club of West Seattle pancake breakfast, 7 am-11 am December 6th at Alki Masonic Center (40th/Edmunds) – details and tickets here. (If you miss your $8 online ticket, it’s only $10/door, youngest kids eat free;) Bring new unwrapped toys for Toys for Tots!
SELFIES WITH SANTA: 8:30 am-11 am Saturday and Sunday mornings in December, DIY photos with Santa at CAPERS Home (4525 California SW; WSB sponsor), donation requested for West Seattle Food Bank.
HOLIDAY SWAP SHOP: Bring, and get, toys at this swap, 9 am-noon at Keller Williams Realty (5446 California SW), presented by the Pearsall Team.
HOLIDAY GIFT POP-UP: 9 am-6 pm, handcrafted creations for sale. (4002 39th SW)
BAKE & CRAFT SALE AT THE KENNEY: Handmade and homemade items for sale, 10 am-4 pm. (7125 Fauntleroy Way SW)
SHOP AT WEST SEATTLE RUNNER, BENEFIT STUDENTS: Part of the proceeds at West Seattle Runner (2743 California SW; WSB sponsor) 10 am-5 pm today will benefit WSHS Cross Country.
VIVA STUDIO TOUR ON VASHON: 10 am-5 pm each day, self-guided tour of Vashon artists’ studios. Info and locations at vivartists.com. (WSB sponsor)
PICS WITH SANTA AT HOLIDAY FOOD-DRIVE PARTY: 10 am-noon party at 5446 California SW – bring food and/or $ for West Seattle Food Bank.
FREE PET PICS WITH SANTA: 10 am-noon at Windermere in The Junction. (4526 California SW)
SANTA PHOTOS AND TOY SWAP: 10 am-1 pm at West Seattle Church of the Nazarene (42nd SW and SW Juneau), Santa photos by donation, toy swap open to all (and accepting dropoffs in advance), more info here.
WESTWOOD ART STUDIO HOLIDAY ART SHOW & SALE: Two-weekend group show and sale, 10 am-6 pm today, more info here. (9042 31st SW)
ARTIST POP-UP AT CAPERS HOME: 11 am-4 pm, you’ll find artists including Diane Kappa (WSB sponsor) at CAPERS Home (4525 California SW; also a WSB sponsor).
RAIN CITY CLAY HOLIDAY ART SHOW & SALE: Rain City Clay in Arbor Heights is hosting a holiday show & sale this weekend, featuring artists who work with clay. Hours today are 11 am-7 pm. (4208 SW 100th)
DIY SANTA PICS: 11 am-2 pm at John L. Scott in The Junction. Free; “well-behaved pets welcome.” (4445 California SW)
SANTA AT OUNCES: Free pics with the jolly ol’ fella 1-4 pm. (3809 Delridge Way SW)
TOYS FOR TOTS AT SEATTLE FIRE STATION 29: Drop off new, unwrapped toy(s) at Station 29 (2139 Ferry Avenue SW) between 2 and 4 pm.
JUNCTION NIGHT MARKET: Hometown Holidays Night Market on tree-lighting night in The Junction. See vendor list here! 4 to 8 pm.
JUNCTION TREE LIGHTING AND PERFORMANCES: Here’s the schedule for what’s happening besides the Night Market – remember that SW Alaska is closed east of California SW:
4:00 PM Festival begins. Night Market is open
4:30 PM Endolyne Choir
5:00 PM School of Rock
5:30 PM Pet Costume Contest
5:45 PM Metropolitan Singers (carolers)
6:00 PM Tree Lighting (with carolers)
6:15 PM Holiday DJ spinning tunes
8:00 PM Night Market closes
HOLIDAY BENEFIT CONCERT: Pearsall Properties presents live performances at West Seattle Grounds (2141 California SW) 5 pm-8 pm.
CHRISTMAS TREES: As noted here, every place that sells them in West Seattle is up and running! Scroll through the Holiday Guide any time for the list.
ASTRA LUMINA: Celestially inspired light show on the grounds of the Seattle Chinese Garden at the north end of the South Seattle College (WSB sponsor) campus, times vary. Tickets and info here.
(Friday sunset, photographed by Bob Burns)
And here are the non-holiday-season events for today, from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar and inbox:
‘KING TIDE’: 7:29 am, 12.9 feet – highest (predicted) high tide of the month; weather conditions can push it higher.
SATURDAY GROUP RUN: Launch your weekend with a community run! West Seattle Runner (2743 California SW; WSB sponsor) leads Saturday 8 am free group runs!
FREE! HEAVILY MEDITATED: Free 9 am community meditation at Inner Alchemy Sanctuary/Studio (3618 SW Alaska) – register here.
INTRODUCTORY WALK and WALKING FOR WELL-BEING: 9:30 am, walk a mile as a prelude to the 10 am well-being walk (or just show up for that one). Both start from 47th SW and Fauntleroy Way SW.
EXPLORER WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE: 10 am-11:30 am, prospective families are invited to visit Explorer West. RSVP here if you can, (10015 28th SW; WSB sponsor)
TILDEN SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE: If you’re looking for an elementary school, come find out about Tilden School (4105 California SW; WSB sponsor) during today’s open house, 10 am-noon.
SSC GARDEN CENTER: The Garden Center at South Seattle College (6000 16th SW, north end of campus), is open 10 am-3 pm.
WHILE YOU’RE AT SSC … the Otter Pup truck’s soft open with coffee and sweet treats is scheduled to continue today, 11 am-2 pm. (6000 16th SW)
THE BRIDGE SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE: Learn about the cooperative elementary school and join current families for play, 10 am-noon. (10300 28th SW)
MORNING MUSIC AT THE COFFEEHOUSE: 10:30 am-noon at C & P Coffee (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor), Marco de Carvalho and Friends perform. Info about Marco’s music is here.
FREE WRITING GROUP: In session again this week, 10:30 am, info in our calendar listing.
FAMILY STORY TIME: 10:30 am at High Point Library. (3411 SW Raymond)
GRIEFSHARE: Newest session continues, 10:30 am at Grace Church, no charge (10323 28th SW)
FAMILY READING TIME: At Paper Boat Booksellers, 11 am family reading time. (4522 California SW; WSB sponsor)
TALK WITH YOUR ANIMALS: Yes, you can! Find out how during this 11 am class at Inner Alchemy Studio/Sanctuary (3618 SW Alaska).
LOG HOUSE MUSEUM: The home of West Seattle’s history is open noon-4 pm on Saturdays. (61st SW and SW Stevens)
VIETNAMESE CULTURAL CENTER: The center is open to visitors noon-3 pm, as explained here. (2236 SW Orchard)
POSTCARDS 4 DEMOCRACY: Bonus monthly session, 12:30 pm-2:30 pm at C & P Coffee (5612 California SW; WSB sponsor)
VISCON CELLARS TASTING ROOM/WINE BAR: Tasting room open for you to enjoy wine by the glass or bottle – 1-6 pm at Viscon Cellars (5910 California SW; WSB sponsor).
NORTHWEST WINE ACADEMY TASTING ROOM, WINE BAR, STORE: On the north end of the South Seattle College (6000 16th SW; WSB sponsor) campus:
The Northwest Wine Academy Tasting Room, Wine Bar, and Retail Store are open Thursday-Saturday from 1-6 pm. Come taste and purchase our student-produced wine! The Northwest Wine Academy features a large tasting room and retail store. While tasting one of our current releases, you can request a tour of our barrel room and bottling area.
SUPER SMASH SATURDAYS: 1-10 pm at Fourth Emerald Games (4517 California SW, upstairs).
FREE MASSAGE: 3-5 pm walk-in clinic offering short, specific massages at Nepenthe. (9447 35th SW)
WRECK THE HALLS ROLLER DERBY: 5 pm pre-show, 6 pm roller-derby exhibition bout with Rainier Roller Riot and Bellingham Roller Betties’ Grit Pit, Southgate Roller Rink (9646 17th SW, White Center) – tickets here.
‘PENELOPE’ AT ARTSWEST: West Seattle’s playhouse offers something different this holiday season – the folk-pop musical “Penelope,” with a 7:30 pm curtain; get tickets here. (4711 California SW)
COMMUNITY PAGEANT AT THE SKYLARK: 7 pm, drag pageant for Miss, Ms., Mr., and Mx. Community – tickets here. (3803 Delridge Way SW)
NERDLESQUE: 7:30 pm “burlesque for nerds” show with sci-fi theme, Youngstown Cultural Arts Center (4408 Delridge Way SW), 18+, tickets here.
LIVE MUSIC AT MR. B’S: 8 pm, Leafminer and Noe Navarro at Mr. B’s Mead Center (9444 Delridge Way SW), no cover.
REVELRY ROOM DJ: Saturday spinning starts at 9 pm – tonight it’s DJ Topspin at Revelry Room. (4547 California SW).
KARAOKE AT TALARICO’S: Our Saturday list concludes with 10 pm karaoke at Talarico’s Pizzeria. (4718 California SW)
LOW-LOW TIDE: Flip side of king tides is low-low tides, and tonight at 11:43 pm the tide will be out to 3.8 feet!
Got a West Seattle event coming up? If community members are welcome, your event is welcome on our calendar! Please email info to westseattleblog@gmail.com – thank you!
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