NFL Playoffs

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Harbaugh, Stanford near extension

Associated Press

Stanford football coach Jim Harbaugh is close to completing a contract extension with the school.

Story | Conversation | November 15, 2009

Pittsburgh opens up 18-point lead, then survives Notre Dame's late rally

Associated Press

Jonathan Baldwin made two exceptional catches that allowed Pittsburgh to open up an 18-point lead in the fourth quarter before Notre Dame rallied behind two touchdowns by star Golden Tate, and the Panthers held on for a 27-22 victory.

Recap | Box Score | Conversation | November 14, 2009

Barkley shows he's got the right stuff

Pat Forde, ESPN.com

Matt Barkley wasn't perfect in USC's 18-15 win over Ohio State. But in leading the Trojans on a last-minute, come-from-behind drive, USC's freshman QB proved he has what it takes to be great.

Story | Conversation | September 12, 2009

Big East mailbag, Part II

Brian Bennett, Big East

...is there to go on? Unlike South Florida, at least the Colts were making it to AFC championship games and winning divisions before they broke through to the Super Bowl. South Florida, on the...

Blog | February 11, 2009

Checking in with Bill Carollo, Part I

Adam Rittenberg, Big Ten

...Rittenberg Only 11 days have passed since Bill Carollo officiated his final NFL game in the AFC championship, but the longtime pro referee is quickly switching his focus from Sundays to Saturdays. Carollo took...

Blog | January 29, 2009

Harbaugh says he's close to extension with Stanford

ESPN.com news services

Stanford coach Jim Harbaugh said Monday that he is close to finalizing an agreement for a contract extension that he hopes would end speculation that he could leave for another job.

Story | Conversation | November 17, 2008

Dolphins, Rams take Jake, Chris Long; Falcons go with Ryan

ESPN.com news services

Long appears to be the name of the day. With Jake Long safely squirreled away by the Miami Dolphins as the overall No. 1 pick, the St. Louis Rams decided to take Chris Long with the No. 2 pick.

Story | Conversation | April 26, 2008

Speed, quickness and injury are issues for midround cornerback prospects

Steve Muench, Scouts Inc.

Finding the right fit is key for midround draft picks. Scouts Inc's Steve Muench has identified four potential midrounders who could become contributors with the right teams.

ESPN Insider Story | March 25, 2008

Matt Ryan to Dolphins is a distinct possibility

Mel Kiper Jr., ESPN.com

Darren McFadden is the No. 1 prospect in the 2008 NFL draft, but Glenn Dorsey might fill the biggest need for the Miami Dolphins. Then how come Matt Ryan could be the No. 1 overall pick?

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | February 05, 2008

After repeated denials, Saban takes Bama job

ESPN.com news services

Alabama is ready for "new era" of football, and is certain Nick Saban can return the Crimson Tide to college football's elite.

Story | Conversation | January 03, 2007

Harbaugh takes over program that went 1-11

Associated Press

Stanford hired former NFL quarterback Jim Harbaugh to take over its struggling football program on Monday.

Story | Conversation | December 18, 2006

No. 3 West Virginia (7-0) at No. 5 Louisville (7-0) 7:30 pm EST

No. 3 West Virginia (7-0) at No. 5 Louisville (7-0) 7:30 pm EST

Preview | October 31, 2006

Buckeyes, Irish to kick off BCS Week

Pat Forde, ESPN.com

This season's big four bowl games have the potential to provide some memorable collisions, writes Pat Forde.

Story | Conversation | January 01, 2006

OSU's Ross named head coach at W. Washington

Associated Press

Robin Ross, linebackers coach at Oregon State University, has been named head football coach at Western Washington University.

Story | Conversation | December 03, 2005

Weis has Irish eyes smiling in South Bend

Beano Cook, ESPN Insider

He may not have been the first choice, but Charlie Weis is proving that Notre Dame made the right choice.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | September 13, 2005