Tillman penalized for 'horse-collar' tackle in Vikings game, Briggs for hit on QB
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comTwo veteran Chicago Bears defenders, cornerback Charles Tillman and weakside linebacker Lance Briggs, have been fined a total of $12,500 for what the league deemed illegal hits in the Bears' 20-13 loss to Minnesota on Monday night.
Story | Conversation | December 22, 2007Falcons have to weigh risks, rewards in a 'rookie' head coach
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comIn many ways, Mike Singletary would seem an ideal choice as the next Falcons head coach. But what has team management learned from hiring men with no previous NFL head coaching experience?
Story | Conversation | December 14, 2007
Competition committee should address timeouts, forceouts
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comOne big issue this season is the use -- and abuse -- of timeouts. Next March, the competition committee should give that and another issue heavy consideration, Len Pasquarelli writes.
Story | Conversation | December 07, 2007
Loss of Colvin will test Pats' LB depth
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comThe loss of LB Rosevelt Colvin to a season-ending injury won't necessarily test the maturity and smarts of the remaining Patriots linebackers, but it will test their mettle and stamina.
Story | Conversation | November 30, 2007
Talent pool deep at QB for '08 draft
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comThe talent pool at quarterback for the '08 draft appears to be deep, Len Pasquarelli writes in Tip Sheet notes.
Story | Conversation | November 09, 2007
Reserve runners thriving in 2007
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comAdrian Peterson is just one of several backup running backs posting impressive numbers, Len Pasquarelli writes.
Story | Conversation | October 19, 2007Tampa Bay is ready to make a move
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comWith a division title now a realistic goal, the Bucs are looking for help, Len Pasquarelli writes in Tip Sheet notes.
Story | Conversation | October 05, 2007
Addai one of many being counted on for more
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comJoseph Addai is just one of the backs being asked to carry a bigger load as the two-back system -- for various reasons -- may be giving way to the workhorse days of old, writes Len Pasquarelli.
Story | Conversation | May 25, 2007Wolfe signs $2.288 million deal with Bears
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comThe Chicago Bears on Tuesday became the first franchise to sign one of its choices from the 2007 draft, reaching a four-year contract accord with third-round selection Garrett Wolfe, the speedy tailback from Northern Illinois.
Story | Conversation | May 15, 2007Mora's impact in Seattle can't be overlooked
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comFrom Jim Mora's impact in Seattle to Byron Leftwich's return in Jacksonville to a few players just looking for a chance, Len Pasquarelli covers it all in his Tip Sheet notes.
Story | Conversation | May 11, 2007
Bears sign fourth-round choice LB Williams
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comThe Chicago Bears have capped a busy week at the bargaining table by signing rookie linebacker Jamar Williams, a fourth-round draft choice from Arizona State who could fit prominently into the team's plans for the future, to his first NFL contract.
Story | Conversation | July 01, 2006Former No. 1 pick undergoes second shoulder surgery
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comAlready having missed two full seasons because of injuries, Tim Couch's career might be over.
Story | Conversation | June 30, 2006
Bears, Peterson agree to three-year contract extension
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comAdrian Peterson, who in four seasons has proven his value to the Bears as a viable No. 2 tailback and a standout special teams performer, agreed to a three-year contract extension.
Story | Conversation | June 28, 2006Benson expects bigger things in second season
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comCedric Benson was among a number of first-round picks who struggled in 2005. He should be better in Year 2.
Story | Conversation | June 01, 2006Faulk, Bell shine in backup roles
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comKevin Faulk and Tatum Bell are among a number of backup running backs who could have a big impact on this weekend's games.
Story | Conversation | January 13, 2006EDITOR'S PICKS

ESPN The Magazine: The Body Issue
...Oilers, WSOP, Shane Proctor: MATTHIAS CLAMER | |Claire Bevilacqua: JAMES DIMMOCK | Nelson Cruz, Carl Edwards, Lolo Jones,
Story | October 02, 2009
EXPLORE RELATED TOPICS
TOP SEARCHES IN NOVEMBER
Bowl Projections tops ESPN.com searches in November. Did "adrian peterson" make the list?