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Colts highlight first-half offense picks

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Midway through the 2009 season, who are the league's best players on offense? Len Pasquarelli shares his selections.

Story | Conversation | November 10, 2009

When the wheels come off RBs

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Star RBs such as LaDainian Tomlinson and Clinton Portis ain't what they used to be. Is it time to buy into the notion that teams can overwork their star runners? Len Pasquarelli explores the idea.

Story | Conversation | October 27, 2009

Steelers' D takes offensive measures

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Criticized for its late-game woes, the Steelers' defense delivered with two spectacular fourth-quarter scores against the Vikings, writes Len Pasquarelli.

Story | Conversation | October 25, 2009

Best under 30? Don't forget Big Ben

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger must be on the list of best franchise players under 30, Len Pasquarelli writes.

Story | Conversation | June 19, 2009

FB Tahi signs offer sheet with Cincy

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Three-year veteran fullback Naufahu Tahi on Friday signed a restricted free agent offer sheet with the Cincinnati Bengals.

Story | Conversation | March 20, 2009

Arkansas' McFadden declares for NFL draft

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Arkansas' Darren McFadden will forgo his final season of college eligibility and enter the 2008 NFL draft.

Story | Conversation | January 11, 2008

Tillman penalized for 'horse-collar' tackle in Vikings game, Briggs for hit on QB

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Two 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, 2007

Redskins add veteran safety Stoutmire

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

With several safeties nursing nagging injuries, the Redskins moved to bolster the position for Sunday's game at Minnesota by adding veteran free agent Omar Stoutmire.

Story | Conversation | December 20, 2007

Herrera signs contract extension with Vikings

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Fourth-year veteran right guard Anthony Herrera, a key to the Vikings' dominant running game and to the success of rookie tailback Adrian Peterson, has signed a five-year contract extension that will keep him off the free-agent market next spring.

Story | Conversation | November 21, 2007

McCree's 'horse-collar' tackle on Vikes' Peterson draws $10K fine

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

San Diego free safety Marlon McCree has been fined $10,000 by league officials for a "horse collar" tackle of Minnesota rookie tailback Adrian Peterson in last Sunday's 35-17 loss to the Vikings.

Story | Conversation | November 09, 2007

Beyond three Patriots, some surprising midseason stars on offense

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Midway through the 2007 season, who are the league's best players on offense and special teams? Len Pasquarelli shares his selections.

Story | Conversation | November 06, 2007

Many teams getting their kicks on returns

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Chicago's Devin Hester isn't the only return man enjoying a terrific season, Len Pasquarelli writes.

Story | Conversation | October 26, 2007

Reserve runners thriving in 2007

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Adrian Peterson is just one of several backup running backs posting impressive numbers, Len Pasquarelli writes.

Story | Conversation | October 19, 2007

Bucs seeking backfield help, inquire about Vikes' Moore

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

In the wake of "Cadillac" Williams' season-ending knee surgery, the Buccaneers have inquired about the availability of Vikings backup Mewelde Moore, according to sources from both teams.

Story | Conversation | October 03, 2007

Vikings agree to five-year deal with top pick Peterson

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Tailback Adrian Peterson ended his two-day absence from the Minnesota Vikings' training camp on Sunday afternoon, reaching agreement on a five-year contract with a maximum value of $40.5 million and including $17 million in guarantees.

Story | Conversation | July 29, 2007