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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

Plenty of change in the air -- just not at head-coaching level

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Although there is unusual stability in the head-coaching ranks, NFL teams are undergoing plenty of change in other key areas, writes Len Pasquarelli.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | January 04, 2008

Regular-season finales might provide stages for 2008 QB plans

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

In the last week of the most tumultuous regular season for quarterbacks in 30 years, there are several key auditions for 2008 to watch. And the Chiefs-Jets game provides an interesting subplot.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | December 28, 2007

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

Falcons have to weigh risks, rewards in a 'rookie' head coach

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

In 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?

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | December 14, 2007

Competition committee should address timeouts, forceouts

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

One 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.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | December 07, 2007

Loss of Colvin will test Pats' LB depth

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

The 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.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | November 30, 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

Talent pool deep at QB for '08 draft

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

The talent pool at quarterback for the '08 draft appears to be deep, Len Pasquarelli writes in Tip Sheet notes.

ESPN Insider 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

Kremer finally in the spotlight

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

The lucrative deal signed by Tony Romo helped agent Ken Kremer receive the attention he deserves, Len Pasquarelli writes.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | November 02, 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