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Bears view Adams as necessary risk

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

The Bears took a chance and traded for Gaines Adams, the poster boy of a 2007 draft class whose defensive linemen haven't lived up to billing, writes Len Pasquarelli.

Story | Conversation | October 20, 2009

NFL to Aaron Brooks: Not interested

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

It's hard to fathom that Aaron Brooks, no matter his shortcomings, isn't among the 100 best quarterbacks on the planet, but the NFL has no interest, Len Pasquarelli writes.

Story | Conversation | May 21, 2009

O'Sullivan to back up Palmer

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Much-traveled veteran quarterback J.T. O'Sullivan, who started eight games for the 49ers in 2008, has reached agreement on a two-year contract with the Bengals.

Story | Conversation | March 05, 2009

Mere statistics don't reflect Faulk's true value

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Kevin Faulk, New England's Mr. Reliable, is among a group of lesser-known contributors who could have a significant impact in the divisional playoffs, writes Len Pasquarelli.

Story | Conversation | January 11, 2008

Killings back with Texans after being cut in training camp

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

With just two healthy defensive tackles, the Texans have re-signed Cedric Killings, a five-year veteran who was with the team in training camp, but was released in the final roster cutdown.

Story | Conversation | September 15, 2007

Indianapolis rookie lineman overcomes long odds

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Indianapolis defensive tackle Ed Johnson stole the show in an otherwise average weekend for the 2007 rookie class, writes Len Pasquarelli.

Story | Conversation | September 14, 2007

Speedy Colts' D stonewalls Saints' potent attack

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

The Colts always will be known for their offense, but their retooled defense made a big statement in the season opener, writes Len Pasquarelli.

Story | Conversation | September 06, 2007

Colts put McFarland on IR; he'll miss entire 2007 season

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

The Indianapolis Colts have made official what the rest of the NFL already had taken for granted: The league champions will be forced to defend their Super Bowl XLI title without key defensive tackle Anthony McFarland.

Story | Conversation | August 10, 2007

Texans must put more pressure on QB

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Sure, the Texans need to protect their own QB, but they also need to find a way to put some pressure on the opposing signal caller, writes Len Pasquarelli.

Story | Conversation | June 22, 2007

Harris' return a shot in the arm for Bears' D

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Pro Bowl defensive tackle Tommie Harris returned to practice for the Bears on Monday.

Story | Conversation | June 12, 2007

Bears need young defensive linemen to produce

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

In the absence of suspended defensive tackle Tank Johnson, the Bears will turn to youth along their line, writes Len Pasquarelli.

Story | Conversation | June 05, 2007

Dungy concerned about rookies missing minicamp

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Never one to stir up controversy, Indianapolis Colts coach Tony Dungy nonetheless is taking exception to a league ruling that will keep the team's first-round draft choice away from a mandatory three-day minicamp that began Friday morning.

Story | Conversation | May 18, 2007

After passing on QB in '06, Raiders grab Russell

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

From pass-rushers to pass receivers to teams taking a redo, Len Pasquarelli takes a look at a ridiculously long first round of the NFL draft.

Story | Conversation | April 28, 2007

Draft flooded with talented college tandems

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

This year's draft boasts several talented college tandems, including the high-profile WR duets from Ohio State, LSU and USC, writes Len Pasquarelli.

Story | Conversation | April 13, 2007

Adams will sign a four-year contract with Bears

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Addressing their need for a veteran defensive tackle, the Chicago Bears reached agreement with unrestricted free agent Anthony Adams on Sunday evening, ESPN.com has learned.

Story | Conversation | March 25, 2007