Tip Sheet notes: Loomis builds a winner
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comSaints GM Mickey Loomis has done a masterful job of building a winner in New Orleans, writes Len Pasquarelli.
Story | Conversation | November 06, 2009
When the wheels come off RBs
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comStar 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, 2009Stepping into starring roles
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comAtlanta Falcons FS Thomas DeCoud (2 INTs) and kick returner Eric Weems were two of the role players who made a difference in the victory over the Chicago Bears, Len Pasquarelli writes.
Story | Conversation | October 18, 2009Tip Sheet notes: Quiet trading floor
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comSteven Jackson, Terrell Owens, Larry Johnson -- there are stars aplenty on the trade rumor mill. Don't be shocked if they remain with their teams come deadline Tuesday, writes Len Pasquarelli.
Story | Conversation | October 16, 2009
Tip Sheet notes: Adams on the spot
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comBucs DE Gaines Adams is well on his way to becoming a bust in Tampa Bay, which seems in keeping with many linemen selected in the 2007 draft, writes Len Pasquarelli.
Story | Conversation | September 25, 2009
Ryan quickly becoming 'money' player
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comIf third down is indeed the money down, then Falcons QB Matt Ryan proved his worth with a stellar Week 2 performance, writes Len Pasquarelli.
Story | Conversation | September 20, 2009Tip Sheet notes: Where to list White?
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comThe Dolphins might have to list Wildcat QB Pat White at another position to maintain the element of surprise, writes Len Pasquarelli.
Story | Conversation | September 18, 2009
Offenses still shaking off the cobwebs
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comFor most games during the opening weekend of play, defenses led the way. Over the first 16 games, teams averaged a combined 40.56 points per contest, well below the rate of 44.05 points scored per game during the 2008 regular season. writes Len Pasquarelli.
Story | Conversation | September 15, 2009Tip Sheet notes: Rosters still in flux
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comThere is still a lot of roster shuffling to be done, and a good deal of it could take place next week as teams take a close look at available veterans, writes Len Pasquarelli.
Story | Conversation | September 11, 2009
Tip Sheet notes: Tape issues
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comA change in conference policy means NFL scouts can't review tape of Pac-10 players, Len Pasquarelli writes.
Story | Conversation | September 04, 2009
Tip Sheet: Wedge rule already being felt
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comThe new wedge rule is making kickoffs safer. It's also the main reason returns have been shorter this preseason, writes Len Pasquarelli.
Story | Conversation | August 28, 2009Tip Sheet notes: Rivers contract update
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comDon't expect the Chargers and Philip Rivers to reach a deal on a contract extension any time soon, Len Pasquarelli writes.
Story | Conversation | August 20, 2009
With Favre, nothing's for certain
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comBrett Favre needs to ask himself if he's sure he wants to resume his career with the Vikings, writes Len Pasquarelli.
Story | Conversation | August 18, 2009Best under 30? Don't forget Big Ben
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comSteelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger must be on the list of best franchise players under 30, Len Pasquarelli writes.
Story | Conversation | June 19, 2009Falcons take cap hit in release of Vick
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comBecause of the acceleration of future salary cap prorations, the Atlanta Falcons will be charged more than $7 million in so-called "dead money" for Michael Vick against their 2009 salary cap, after releasing the quarterback on Friday morning.
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