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Taj Smith won't suit up for Super Bowl XLIV, but he's played an important role in the Colts' defensive preparations, writes Len Pasquarelli.

Story | Conversation | February 05, 2010

Indianapolis relies almost exclusively on its defensive line for postseason sacks, writes Len Pasquarelli.

Story | Conversation | January 22, 2010

It might be one-and-done for some first-year head coaches, writes Len Pasquarelli.

Story | Conversation | December 24, 2009

Not since Deion Sanders in 1994 has a cornerback been selected as the NFL's defensive player of the year. That 15-year drought could end in a few weeks, writes Len Pasquarelli.

Jim Caldwell of the Colts and Josh McDaniels of the Broncos are soaring, but collectively, first-year head coaches are struggling, Len Pasquarelli writes in Tip Sheet.

Punters are better than ever, and they're gaining more respect and prominence as a result, writes Len Pasquarelli.

Joseph Addai usually gets paid for running the ball. Against the 49ers on Sunday, Addai's arm paid the biggest dividends for the 7-0 Colts, writes Len Pasquarelli.

Bucs DE Gaines Adams is well on his way to becoming a bust in Tampa Bay, which seems in keeping with many linemen selected in the 2007 draft, writes Len Pasquarelli.

Story | Conversation | September 25, 2009

There is still a lot of roster shuffling to be done, and a good deal of it could take place next week as teams take a close look at available veterans, writes Len Pasquarelli.

Story | Conversation | September 11, 2009

Len Pasquarelli writes about Rodney Harrison and other possible members of the Pro Football Hall of Fame's Class of 2014.

New St. Louis Rams coach Steve Spagnuolo recently suggested that tailback Steven Jackson would be the offensive focus. On Monday, Spagnuolo validated that desire, reaching agreement with free agent tight end Billy Bajema on a contract.

Free agent offenses tackle Marvel Smith has agreed on a multi-year contract with the San Francisco 49ers.

Much-traveled veteran quarterback J.T. O'Sullivan, who started eight games for the 49ers in 2008, has reached agreement on a two-year contract with the Bengals.

In a move that reunites him with former head coach Mike Martz, free agent wide receiver Isaac Bruce, released by St. Louis this week after 14 seasons with the Rams, has signed a two-year contract with the San Francisco 49ers.

49ers coach Mike Nolan defined the role of Ted Tollner, naming the longtime NFL assistant as the team's new quarterbacks coach.

The NFL quarterback carousel, which has spun at breakneck speeds in 2007, will reach historic proportions in this final weekend of the season.