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Offensive woes have stalled Broncos

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

The Broncos have dropped three straight, and their offense appears to be getting worse with each passing defeat.

Story | Conversation | November 15, 2009

Garcia owns credentials, but no job

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

In a league where several teams are at least still seeking backup quarterbacks, how is it Jeff Garcia remains unsigned? Len Pasquarelli considers Garcia's credentials.

Story | Conversation | March 09, 2009

Bucs have a need for speed, youth at wide receiver

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

For the Bucs to become more than a one-and-done playoff team, Jon Gruden must add playmakers and rethink his offensive design, writes Len Pasquarelli.

Story | Conversation | January 07, 2008

Clark has spleen removed, but expects to play in '08

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Pittsburgh Steelers free safety Ryan Clark, who was placed on season-ending injured reserve earlier in the week, had his spleen removed Thursday, but doctors assured the sixth-year veteran that he should be able to return to the field in 2008.

Story | Conversation | November 15, 2007

Bucs, hurting at running back, sign ex-Raider Crockett

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

The Buccaneers added veteran free agent Zack Crockett to their depleted running back corps on Wednesday, signing the 12-year veteran to a one-year contract.

Story | Conversation | October 10, 2007

Simms' future with Bucs uncertain after landing on IR

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Tampa Bay quarterback Chris Simms, who hasn't played in a regular-season game since undergoing surgery to remove his spleen more than a year ago, was placed on injured reserve Tuesday, ending his 2007 season and perhaps his tenure with the Bucs as well.

Story | Conversation | October 09, 2007

On-field success key to Jags' long-term viability

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Concerns once again are being raised about the Jaguars' economic viability, writes Len Pasquarelli. Plus, the latest on the Falcons' QB plans, and much more.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | August 31, 2007

Observation deck: Kiffin overseeing change

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

The Bucs are undergoing a lot of change on defense. Fortunately for them, longtime coordinator Monte Kiffin is still around to piece things together, writes Len Pasquarelli.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | July 30, 2007

Gruden, Garcia share grinder's mentality

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Under pressure to win, Bucs coach Jon Gruden is leaning heavily a quarterback who prides himself on his ability to grind out victories, writes Len Pasquarelli.

Story | Conversation | July 30, 2007

Bucs meet with Culpepper as quarterback begins evaluating suitors

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Finally released from his Miami Dolphins' contract earlier this week, Daunte Culpepper is looking for a new job. And Tampa Bay Bucs coach Jon Gruden, it seems, is always looking for another quarterback, no matter how crowded his current depth chart

Story | Conversation | July 19, 2007

Turley looks like old self in workouts

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

From Kyle Turley looking like his old self and seeking one more chance to Chris Simms' future in Tampa Bay to supplemental draft rumblings, Len Pasquarelli covers it all in his Tip Sheet notes.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | June 22, 2007

Gruden plans to hold a roster spot for QB Plummer

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Ten-year veteran Jake Plummer, acquired by the Bucs in a March 3 trade with the Denver Broncos despite his stated intention to retire from the NFL, has not reported to this week's three-day minicamp.

Story | Conversation | June 20, 2007

Time running out for franchise players

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

From the looming deadline for franchise players to Jeff Garcia's chances of winning the Bucs' QB job, Len Pasquarelli covers it all in his Tip Sheet notes.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | June 15, 2007

Gruden: Garcia leads Bucs' quarterback race

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Although he stopped short of declaring the competition decided, and allowed that the battle will continue into training camp, Tampa Bay Bucs coach Jon Gruden acknowledged Friday that veteran Jeff Garcia will go into the summer with a "big lead" over Chris

Story | Conversation | June 09, 2007

Bucs acquire QBs Garcia, Plummer, who plans to retire

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Just one day after being jilted by Jake Plummer, the Buccaneers reached an agreement with free agent Jeff Garcia. then they traded for Plummer anyway.

Story | Conversation | March 03, 2007