Woodson earned his spot among elite
James Walker, ESPN.comRod Woodson will join an elite club when he's inducted into the Hall of Fame on Saturday. Is he the best cornerback ever?
Story | Conversation | August 06, 2009Reid, McNabb don't talk to each other about benching until after loss
James Walker, ESPN.comThe move Philadelphia head coach Andy Reid thought would provide a spark completely backfired, as the Eagles collapsed in the wake of the second-half benching of QB Donovan McNabb, James Walker writes.
Story | Conversation | November 23, 2008Camp Confidential: Steelers have talent, momentum to excel in 2008
James Walker, ESPN.comThe Steelers are coming off a 10-win, AFC North division championship season. And while they face the toughest schedule in the league, the team has high hopes for success in 2008, writes James Walker.
Story | Conversation | August 05, 2008Camp Confidential: Bengals looking to move past chaotic offseason
James Walker, ESPN.comWith an offseason filled with off-the-field issues and disgruntled players, Marvin Lewis and the Bengals can finally put their focus on football and try to rebound from last year's 7-9 season, writes James Walker.
Story | Conversation | July 31, 2008Camp Confidential: Ravens won't rush QB decision
James Walker, ESPN.comTroy Smith is the early favorite in the Ravens' three-way QB derby, which will likely extend to the precipice of the regular season, writes James Walker.
Story | Conversation | July 25, 2008Flacco, Dorsey need camp time to make impact
James Walker, ESPN.comWith training camps on the horizon, several rookies remain unsigned. Which players need to sign and report to camp on time if they want to make an impact in 2008? James Walker examines.
Story | Conversation | July 02, 2008Experience, film study put Thomas a cut above
James Walker, ESPN.comIn his 12-year NFL career, Zach Thomas has never been the biggest or fastest linebacker. But the intangibles of film study and natural instincts make him the smartest defensive player in the league, writes James Walker
Story | Conversation | June 27, 2008Key Bengals' questions: Johnson's ankle, behavior
James Walker, ESPN.comAfter Chad Johnson's tirades, will all of his teammates fully accept him, particularly the players on defense who felt his wrath? James Walker examines this situation and other Bengals' questions.
Story | Conversation | June 20, 2008Rookies' exploration of game's past should enhance futures
James Walker, ESPN.comAt the suggestion of 2007 Hall of Fame inductee Michael Irvin, the NFL is sending rookies to the shrine in Canton, Ohio. James Walker toured with the Atlanta Falcons' and Miami Dolphins' rookies.
Story | Conversation | June 14, 2008Rookie Rivers should fill immediate Bengals' needs
James Walker, ESPN.comUnder their third defensive coordinator in six years, the Bengals expect rookie Keith Rivers to emerge as the leader of their pack of 11 linebackers.
Story | Conversation | May 31, 2008Browns banking on big payoff from high-priced additions
James Walker, ESPN.comAfter an aggressive and expensive offseason, the Browns are ready for prime time. Whether they're ready to become serious contenders remains to be seen, writes James Walker.
Story | Conversation | May 20, 2008AFC North: Steelers make offense much more imposing
James Walker, ESPN.comEschewing their most pressing need for the best available talent, the Steelers landed two offensive players, each of whom could have an immediate impact, writes James Walker.
Story | Conversation | April 27, 2008Ravens execute well-crafted plan to land Flacco
James Walker, ESPN.comThe Ravens landed a potential franchise QB in Joe Flacco, but it took a rash of clever wheeling and dealing to get it done, writes James Walker.
Story | Conversation | April 26, 2008Cutting ties with Henry magnifies Bengals' need for Johnson
James Walker, ESPN.comCutting No. 3 receiver Chris Henry after his latest arrest makes this much clear for the Bengals: Making Chad Johnson a happy camper is an even greater priority, writes James Walker.
Story | Conversation | April 03, 2008Saints, Chargers have legitimate gripes
James Walker, ESPN.comThe 2008 NFL schedule raises many questions, and ESPN.com has the answers.
Story | Conversation | April 01, 2008TOP SEARCHES IN NOVEMBER
Bowl Projections tops ESPN.com searches in November. Did "cincinnati bengals" make the list?