25 Results for greg spires

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

Rice could be on way out in Tampa Bay

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

The Buccaneers' interest in Saints DE Charles Grant could be an ominous sign for Simeon Rice's future in Tampa Bay, writes Len Pasquarelli.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | March 16, 2007

Character key to overcoming adversity

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Adversity is going to strike every team. The ones that overcome it usually have the most character, writes Len Pasquarelli.

Story | Conversation | August 27, 2006

Offense has plenty of young talent

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

With an influx of young and exciting players, Tampa Bay has the makings of an exciting offense, writes Len Pasquarelli in his observations from Bucs camp.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | August 01, 2006

Trio vying to become Broncos' starting RB

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Len Pasquarelli takes a look at the lesser-publicized competitions that will take place in training camps around the league this summer.

Story | Conversation | July 21, 2006

Broncos seeking creative ways to pressure QBs

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Rookie Elvis Dumervil, an undersized speed-rushing defensive end, will line up at tackle in nickel situations for the Broncos this season.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | July 07, 2006

Bucs hire Franklin to coach defensive line

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have begun the process of replenishing their depleted coaching staff, hiring Southern California assistant Jethro Franklin as defensive line coach.

Story | Conversation | February 05, 2006

Bucs D returns to stingy ways

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

When the offense sputtered, the Bucs defense made enough plays to beat the Lions, writes Len Pasquarelli

Story | Conversation | October 02, 2005

Griese will need WRs to emerge

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

The heat is on Jon Gruden, with some suggestions that the onetime golden boy has misplaced his Midas touch.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | July 29, 2005

Defensive line woes continue for Broncos

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

The Broncos have struggled to build a solid defensive line. Bringing in four castoffs from Cleveland won't help.

Story | Conversation | March 31, 2005

James positioning himself for a trade

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Once known as the "No-Trade League," the NFL has seen an increase in trades the past two years.

Story | Conversation | March 04, 2005

Bunch of Thirtysomethings on roster

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Jon Gruden's Bucs have the feel -- and look -- of the veteran-laden Raiders he once coached.

Story | Conversation | August 10, 2004

Defensive end will have to work to start

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Oft-injured defensive end Lamar King, an unrestricted free agent who spent his five previous NFL seasons with the Seattle Seahawks, has signed with the Tampa Bay Bucs.

Story | Conversation | May 06, 2004

Playoffs is the time to make your name

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

They might not be household names, but here are some players who could shine in the NFL playoffs.

Story | Conversation | December 24, 2003

Morning After: Looking back

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Would the Chargers still pass on Vick? What's wrong with the Bucs defense? Where'd Rudi Johnson come from?

Story | Conversation | November 09, 2003