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, 2009Canton: Arguments for, against Harrison
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comLen Pasquarelli writes about Rodney Harrison and other possible members of the Pro Football Hall of Fame's Class of 2014.
Story | Conversation | June 09, 2009Bengals, seeking defensive coordinator, interview Atlanta's Zimmer
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comThe Cincinnati Bengals on Friday began the process of identifying potential candidates to fill their defensive coordinator vacancy by interviewing Falcons defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer.
Story | Conversation | January 04, 2008Competition committee should address timeouts, forceouts
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comOne 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
Loss of Colvin will test Pats' LB depth
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comThe 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
Tight ends enjoying huge role in passing game
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comThrowing to the tight end has worked extremely well for a lot of offenses this season, Len Pasquarelli writes.
Story | Conversation | November 30, 2007Will NFC finally end its drought vs. AFC this season?
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comThe NFC hasn't won the battle of interconferences since 1995, but this may be the season it finally ends its drought, writes Len Pasquarelli.
Story | Conversation | November 23, 2007Romo deal 'set the stage' for eventual Garrard contract talks
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comJacksonville 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
At least nine teams will change QBs this week
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comAt least nine teams will change starting quarterbacks for Week 11, the most radical shift seen since 1999. And the Atlanta Falcons might make it 10 different starters.
Story | Conversation | November 17, 2007In-season changes rarely prove to be magic elixirs
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comEven the most embattled head coaches should be able to sleep a little more peacefully for the next month and a half, because in-season coaching changes almost never work.
Story | Conversation | November 16, 2007Williams' return last thing troubled Dolphins needed
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comCam 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
Talent pool deep at QB for '08 draft
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comThe talent pool at quarterback for the '08 draft appears to be deep, Len Pasquarelli writes in Tip Sheet notes.
Story | Conversation | November 09, 2007
Vick-Falcons money situation could get testy
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comFor the Falcons to realize the cap benefits they desire in conjunction with the Michael Vick contract default, the quarterback must actually repay them the money. That could set up a nasty situation, Len Pasqaurelli writes.
Story | Conversation | October 26, 2007
Pickings are slim for free-agent QBs
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comSuffering from quarterback injuries and need a veteran free agent? Well, good luck finding one.
Story | Conversation | October 19, 2007
Reserve runners thriving in 2007
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comAdrian Peterson is just one of several backup running backs posting impressive numbers, Len Pasquarelli writes.
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