Sources: Falcons expected to hire Jags assistant Smith as coach
Michael Smith, ESPN.comAccording to league sources, Atlanta is expected to hire Jacksonville Jaguars defensive coordinator Mike Smith as its next head coach.
Story | Conversation | January 23, 2008Crystal ball: Saints in Super Bowl
Michael Smith, ESPN.comMonkeys on the backs of two coaches and a star QB and the Saints' march to a Super Bowl (yikes!) will be among the hot topics during the playoffs, Michael Smith writes.
Story | Conversation | December 26, 2006Bengals defense finally showing some teeth again
Michael Smith, ESPN.comThe Bengals look much better now that their defense is helping out the offense.
Story | Conversation | November 30, 2006Some players would be hard to live without
Michael Smith, ESPN.comThe nature of the NFL makes no player truly indispensable, but some guys sure are pretty close, writes Michael Smith.
Story | Conversation | October 25, 2006McNair adds swagger to Ravens offense
Michael Smith, ESPN.comSteve McNair has brought a confidence to the Ravens' offense that has been missing, writes Michael Smith.
Story | Conversation | August 10, 2006Ray Lewis ready to bounce back
Michael Smith, ESPN.comRay and Jamal Lewis both looked primed to bounce back from disappointing seasons, writes Michael Smith.
Story | Conversation | August 10, 2006
Jets need Mangini to clean up mess
Michael Smith, ESPN.comForget the fact that Eric Mangini has been a coordinator for only one year. He would be a great hire as the Jets' new head coach.
Story | Conversation | January 10, 2006After Panthers and Seahawks, NFC picture is fuzzy
Michael Smith, ESPN.comHome losses by the Giants and Falcons further muddied an already less-than-clear NFC picture, writes Michael Smith.
Story | Conversation | November 13, 2005Owens saga, Vikings' mess make the list
Michael Smith, ESPN.comMichael Smith reviews the first half by taking a look at some of the prominent headlines, including Katrina's impact on the Saints.
Story | Conversation | November 09, 2005Early-season struggles pale compared with jail
Michael Smith, ESPN.comFour months in prison earlier this year certainly changed the perspective and outlook of Ravens RB Jamal Lewis.
Story | Conversation | October 25, 2005A division rises from the scrap heap
Michael Smith, ESPN.comTwo new faces at quarterback and one familiar one brought the AFC East back to life in Week 5, writes Michael Smith.
Story | Conversation | October 09, 2005Burress' departure should benefit Roethlisberger
Michael Smith, ESPN.comWith the exception of Cleveland, AFC North teams are counting on young QBs to lead the way.
Story | Conversation | May 26, 2005Offense generates next to nothing
Michael Smith, ESPN.comBut the Ravens were reminded during Sunday's loss that they need some offense to win games.
Story | Conversation | November 28, 2004Reed has strong grasp of opposing offenses
Michael Smith, ESPN.comRavens S Ed Reed has a penchant for not only picking off QBs, but also making big plays.
Story | Conversation | November 26, 2004Boller is limited by offense
Michael Smith, ESPN.comFolks are quick to rip Kyle Boller, but it's much too early to write off the second-year Ravens quarterback.
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