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What used to be just a grunt, run-stuffer slot, middle or inside linebacker has gained popularity around the league as a position of impact, writes Len Pasquarelli.

Story | Conversation | June 04, 2010

Pierre Thomas is angling for a new contract, but negotiations with the Saints appear to have broken down over the running back's sizable demands, writes Len Pasquarelli.

Story | Conversation | May 28, 2010

The Rams' spotty draft record with defensive linemen won't influence their decision on Ndamukong Suh, writes Len Pasquarelli.

Story | Conversation | January 08, 2010

It might be one-and-done for some first-year head coaches, writes Len Pasquarelli.

Story | Conversation | December 24, 2009

Steven 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

Cleveland Browns QB Brady Quinn's reluctance to test secondaries downfield is one reason he's being benched in favor of Derek Anderson, writes Len Pasquarelli.

Story | Conversation | October 02, 2009

One big issue this season is the use -- and abuse -- of timeouts. Next March, the competition committee should give that and another issue heavy consideration, Len Pasquarelli writes.

Story | Conversation | December 07, 2007

The loss of LB Rosevelt Colvin to a season-ending injury won't necessarily test the maturity and smarts of the remaining Patriots linebackers, but it will test their mettle and stamina.

Story | Conversation | November 30, 2007

Jacksonville QB David Garrard is quite a salary bargain for a starting QB. The Jaguars would be wise to address a new deal with Garrard quickly, given where the market has gone and will continue to go.

Story | Conversation | November 23, 2007

Cam Cameron has enough problems in his first year as Miami's head coach -- namely, getting his first regular-season victory. The unexpected return of Ricky Williams from an 18-month league suspension is not helping matters.

Story | Conversation | November 16, 2007

The talent pool at quarterback for the '08 draft appears to be deep, Len Pasquarelli writes in Tip Sheet notes.

Story | Conversation | November 09, 2007

Suffering from quarterback injuries and need a veteran free agent? Well, good luck finding one.

Story | Conversation | October 19, 2007

If the Arizona Cardinals claim their first playoff berth since 1998, the switch to the 3-4 defense may be a big reason why, Len Pasquarelli writes in Tip Sheet notes.

Story | Conversation | October 12, 2007

With a division title now a realistic goal, the Bucs are looking for help, Len Pasquarelli writes in Tip Sheet notes.

Story | Conversation | October 05, 2007

Cornerback DeAngelo Hall might not have much of a future in Atlanta, Len Pasquarelli writes in Tip Sheet notes.

Story | Conversation | September 28, 2007

The Redskins are not regretting their decision to back out of the deal for linebacker Lance Briggs, Len Pasquarelli writes in his Tip Sheet notes.

Story | Conversation | September 21, 2007