123 Results for derrick johnson

Tip Sheet notes: They've got a lot left

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Safeties Brian Dawkins, 36, and Darren Sharper, 33, have proven they still have a lot left in the tank, writes Len Pasquarelli.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | October 23, 2009

Tip Sheet notes: Quiet trading floor

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

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.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | October 16, 2009

Dolphins claim CB Johnson on waivers

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

With the numbers thinned by a shoulder injury that could sideline starter Andre Goodman until the beginning of training camp, the Miami Dolphins have claimed third-year veteran cornerback Derrick Johnson on waivers, hoping he will provide some depth.

Story | Conversation | May 17, 2007

Texans pick up special-teams ace Wynn off waivers

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Hoping to bolster a return game that has lacked explosiveness in the absence of 2005 Pro Bowl performer Jerome Mathis, the Houston Texans have claimed cornerback and return man Dexter Wynn off waivers from the Philadelphia Eagles.

Story | Conversation | November 04, 2006

Benson expects bigger things in second season

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Cedric Benson was among a number of first-round picks who struggled in 2005. He should be better in Year 2.

Story | Conversation | June 01, 2006

Edwards faces balancing act in Kansas City

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

New Chiefs coach Herman Edwards needs to balance winning now with working some younger players into the lineup.

Story | Conversation | March 28, 2006

Backup plans come through

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

As crazy as the 2005 season has been, there remain some truisms. One of them -- which was on display Sunday -- is that it pays to have a solid backup RB.

Story | Conversation | November 07, 2005

New starting DBs in every secondary

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

NFC North teams were forced to make big changes in the secondary after a woeful season of defending the pass.

Story | Conversation | May 24, 2005

Va.-based company wins second derby title

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

With 12 clients selected, including QB Aaron Rodgers, Octagon won this year's agent draft derby, writes Len Pasquarelli.

Story | Conversation | May 13, 2005

Arrington, Peterson among returning stars

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Several teams are counting on the recoveries of injured players to turn their fortunes around in '05.

Story | Conversation | May 05, 2005

Brown, Williams go in top 5

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Auburn RBs Ronnie Brown and Carnell Williams pulled off a rare feat by each getting drafted in the first round.

Story | Conversation | April 23, 2005

Receivers and cornerbacks dominate Round 1

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

The first round of the draft was dominated by speed players who make their living on the perimeter of the field.

Story | Conversation | April 23, 2005

Draft is an anxious time for some veterans

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

The draft can be an anxious time for veterans like quarterback Jeff Blake, writes Len Pasquarelli in his weekly Tip Sheet.

Story | Conversation | April 22, 2005

Offensive players dominate top 10

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

WR Braylon Edwards and QB Alex Smith head ESPN.com's list of the top 65 prospects in this weekend's draft.

Story | Conversation | April 22, 2005

Johnson known to miss some plays

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Former Texas standout Derrick Johnson, who has a few question marks, is the top-rated LB prospect.

Story | Conversation | April 14, 2005