18 Results for adrian peterson

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

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

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

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

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

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

Tampa Bay is ready to make a move

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

With a division title now a realistic goal, the Bucs are looking for help, Len Pasquarelli writes in Tip Sheet notes.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | October 05, 2007

Winfield says 'I'm going to [prepare for the season] on my own'

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

While he remained purposely vague over the weekend about the reasons for his absences from most of the Vikings' offseason program, cornerback Antoine Winfield left no uncertainty as a three-day minicamp concluded about when the team will see him.

Story | Conversation | June 04, 2007

Addai one of many being counted on for more

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Joseph 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, 2007

Mora's impact in Seattle can't be overlooked

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

From 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.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | May 11, 2007

Vanderjagt off to bad start

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

The Cowboys might soon be lamenting the inability to sign Matt Bryant in the offseason, writes Len Pasquarelli.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | September 09, 2006

Super Bowl or bowl games? Enough said

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Competitive balance and, oh yeah, a legitimate title game, are just two of the reasons the NFL beats the college game, writes Len Pasquarelli.

Story | Conversation | August 14, 2006

Faulk, Bell shine in backup roles

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Kevin 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, 2006