NEXT: The countdown continues
Morty Ain, ESPN The MagazineIn our never-ending search for the stars of tomorrow, we've narrowed this year's list to a talented 20. You'll have to wait until our annual NEXT issue (Dec. 14) to see who's No. 1, but these athletes should get your attention for now.
Story | Conversation | November 22, 2009
Tip Sheet notes: Rookie CBs lift Miami
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comRookie cornerbacks Vontae Davis and Sean Smith have helped the Dolphins get back in the playoff race, writes Len Pasquarelli.
Story | Conversation | November 20, 2009
In praise of Steelers D-coordinator Dick LeBeau
Adam Schefter...and greatest defensive coordinators in NFL history. He's going to go into the Pro Football Hall of Fame for what he accomplished as a player and as a coach. But that's interesting that...
Blog Entry | Conversation | November 18, 2009
Tip Sheet notes: Byrd a Bills' gem
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comBuffalo Bills rookie safety Jairus Byrd, son of former pro Gill Byrd, is fulfilling his destiny far ahead of schedule, writes Len Pasquarelli.
Story | Conversation | November 13, 2009
Tip Sheet notes: Loomis builds a winner
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comSaints GM Mickey Loomis has done a masterful job of building a winner in New Orleans, writes Len Pasquarelli.
Story | Conversation | November 06, 2009
Tip Sheet notes: LJ wears out welcome
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comLarry Johnson's latest tirade makes him even less valuable to the Kansas City Chiefs, who probably wish they had traded him years ago, writes Len Pasquarelli.
Story | Conversation | October 30, 2009
Tip Sheet notes: They've got a lot left
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comSafeties Brian Dawkins, 36, and Darren Sharper, 33, have proven they still have a lot left in the tank, writes Len Pasquarelli.
Story | Conversation | October 23, 2009
Tip Sheet notes: Quiet trading floor
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comSteven 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.
Story | Conversation | October 16, 2009
Quality centers growing in demand
Matt Williamson, Scouts Inc.What does it take to become an elite NFL center? Scouts Inc.'s Matt Williamson breaks down the attributes that teams look for at this vital spot.
Story | Conversation | October 14, 2009
The buildup to Braylon's banishment
Adam SchefterThere is tremendous hidden value in the New York Jets' acquistion of wide receiver Braylon Edwards. This season, New York will pay Edwards $3.85 million. In what is...
Blog Entry | Conversation | October 11, 2009
Tip Sheet notes: Shanahan a D.C. option
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comRedskins coach Jim Zorn probably won't be fired during the season, but don't count out Mike Shanahan as a potential replacement in 2010, writes Len Pasquarelli.
Story | Conversation | October 09, 2009
Cheating is so 1999
Shaun Assael, ESPN The MagazineCheating is so 1999, which is why ESPN The Magazine spent a year searching for the athletic holy grail: a sports gene.
Story | Conversation | October 06, 2009
Scouts Buzz: Colts' run game in gear
Matt Williamson, Scouts Inc.Scouts Inc. examines the Colts' renewed running game, the Chiefs' slow rebuilding process, Matthew Stafford's development and more.
Story | Conversation | October 05, 2009
Tip Sheet notes: Behind Browns' switch
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comCleveland Browns QB Brady Quinn's reluctance to test secondaries downfield is one reason he's being benched in favor of Derek Anderson, writes Len Pasquarelli.
Story | Conversation | October 02, 2009
Tip Sheet notes: Adams on the spot
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comBucs DE Gaines Adams is well on his way to becoming a bust in Tampa Bay, which seems in keeping with many linemen selected in the 2007 draft, writes Len Pasquarelli.
Story | Conversation | September 25, 2009
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