29 Results for david akers

Switch to 3-4 could propel Cards to playoffs

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

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.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | October 12, 2007

Eagles' offense not doing its part

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

The Eagles' offense, which has yet to find the end zone this season, is feeling the heat for Philly's 0-2 start, writes Len Pasquarelli.

Story | Conversation | September 18, 2007

Campbell's talent, poise winning over teammates

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Although he's far from a finished product, Redskins QB Jason Campbell did a lot of things right in Monday night's victory over the Eagles.

Story | Conversation | September 17, 2007

Eagles soaring into playoffs

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

The Eagles are as hot as any team in the NFC as the playoffs get ready to start, writes Len Pasquarelli.

Story | Conversation | December 31, 2006

Eagles start slow, rout Pack, then look forward to T.O.

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

The Eagles might have been looking ahead to T.O. and the Cowboys, but they concentrated in the second half to rout the Packers on Monday night.

Story | Conversation | October 02, 2006

Vikings' defense keys turnaround

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

The improved play of their defense has keyed the Vikings' four-game winning streak, writes Len Pasquarelli.

Story | Conversation | December 02, 2005

Vikings' defense keys turnaround

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

The improved play of their defense has keyed the Vikings' four-game winning streak, writes Len Pasquarelli.

Story | Conversation | November 27, 2005

Edwards' focus should be on Jets

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

It's unclear how the Herman Edwards-to-Kansas City rumors started. But Edwards should keep his focus on the Jets.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | November 18, 2005

Eagles sign kicker Akers to three-year extension

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Three-time Pro Bowl kicker David Akers, who has been seeking for several months to have his contract upgraded, got his wish Monday, as the Philadelphia Eagles rewarded him with a three-year extension through the 2010 season.

Story | Conversation | November 07, 2005

Eagles put Johnson on IR, sign Hodges to punt

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Eagles punter Dirk Johnson, who underwent surgery this summer to address a sports hernia, has been placed on injured reserve after aggravating the condition in last week's loss.

Story | Conversation | November 03, 2005

Rackers having historic season

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Cardinals kicker Neil Rackers is leading the way in what is shaping up as a strong year for place-kickers.

Story | Conversation | November 03, 2005

Pending free agency, health creating concern at RB

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

The Packers and Ravens are among the teams that will face uncomfortable predicaments at running back when the season ends.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | October 28, 2005

Journeyman France has never kicked in NFL game

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

The Philadelphia Eagles signed journeyman Todd France to replace Pro Bowl kicker David Akers, who will miss at least three weeks with a torn hamstring.

Story | Conversation | September 30, 2005

Bennett to Arizona would make sense

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

It doesn't look like it's going to happen right now, but the Michael Bennett-to-Arizona trade rumors make some sense.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | September 23, 2005

Saints still working on extension for Haslett

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

There are more pressing issues facing the Saints. But coach Jim Haslett is still waiting to finalize an extension that the club said he would receive two months ago.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | September 09, 2005