McNair's rare distinction
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comAmong the things that made Steve McNair unique: He's among a handful of QBs from historically black colleges and universities selected in the NFL draft's first round. He might be the last, writes Len Pasquarelli.
Story | Conversation | July 06, 2009Finding that quarterback of the future involves a little luck
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comHistory shows that even an undrafted quarterback can take a team to the Super Bowl, but finding that hidden gem requires a little luck, writes Len Pasquarelli.
Story | Conversation | August 03, 2007Eagles sure that Kolb can shed 'systems QB' label
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comKevin Kolb put up gaudy numbers in an intricate offense in college, but the Eagles are sure the quarterback can shed the "systems quarterback" label, writes Len Pasquarelli.
Story | Conversation | August 02, 2007Smith, out of NFL for two years, signs in CFL
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comQuarterback Akili Smith, the third player chosen overall in 1999 and viewed eight years later as one of the most monumental busts in recent draft history, has signed a two-year contract.
Story | Conversation | April 28, 2007Troy Smith didn't help draft stock
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comTroy Smith's terrible performance versus Florida on Monday did not advance his draft stock, Len Pasquarelli writes.
Story | Conversation | January 12, 2007
Super Bowl or bowl games? Enough said
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comCompetitive 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, 2006Bengals made the right choice with Palmer
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comAfter years of bad choices at QB, the Bengals seem to have finally found the guy who can lead them to the next level.
Story | Conversation | September 26, 2005QB regaining arm strength, confidence
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comFormer Browns QB Tim Couch hopes recent eye and shoulder surgeries help get him back in the NFL.
Story | Conversation | July 21, 2005Tedford's methods failing QBs in NFL
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comAaron Rodgers is trying to do what other Jeff Tedford QBs haven't – establish consistent NFL success, writes Len Pasquarelli.
Story | Conversation | April 18, 2005Belichick could be more involved in offense
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comWhile Bill Belichick is known as a defensive coach, look for him to take a more active role in the offense this year.
Story | Conversation | February 18, 2005All four teams led by strong mentors
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comAs was the case last weekend, special teams could play a major role in this weekend's conference title games.
Story | Conversation | January 20, 2005QB says he was released despite injury
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comQuarterback Tim Couch, released by the Green Bay Packers earlier this month in the wholesale roster cutdown to the regular-season 53-player limit, on Friday filed an injury grievance against the team, ESPN.com has learned.
Story | Conversation | September 24, 2004Will Indy be next to take a chance?
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comThe Green Bay Packers released quarterback Tim Couch on Sunday.
Story | Conversation | September 05, 2004Quarterbacks proving more durable
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comUnlike recent seasons, there has been relative stability at the quarterback position this year. Here's why.
Story | Conversation | November 14, 2003RBs usually lose luster at age 30
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comThe Chiefs signed Priest Holmes to a contract extension, a big gamble since he's about to turn 30.
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