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Shaughnessy among all-time innovators

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Recently nominated as a semifinalist in the coaches category for the Hall of Fame, Clark Shaughnessy will go down in history as one of the game's great innovators, writes Len Pasquarelli.

Story | Conversation | September 29, 2009

Tip Sheet notes: Tape issues

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

A change in conference policy means NFL scouts can't review tape of Pac-10 players, Len Pasquarelli writes.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | September 04, 2009

There's a premium on sack machines

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Why are teams such as the Green Bay Packers and San Diego Chargers augmenting already fierce pass rushes? Sacks equal success.

Story | Conversation | August 18, 2009

First round littered with WR risks

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Historically, first-round wide receivers are risky propositions. The six wideouts taken in Saturday's first round are no exception, writes Len Pasquarelli.

Story | Conversation | April 25, 2009

Source: Pats float incentives for Springs

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

It didn't take long for free agent cornerback Shawn Springs to find a new home, or for the New England Patriots to strengthen their secondary with a veteran cover man.

Story | Conversation | March 05, 2009

Run game is bedrock of Turner's offense

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

The Chargers' Norv Turner has always been a coach who tries to challenge opposing defenses with a power run game. Don't expect that to change against the Patriots on Sunday, writes Len Pasquarelli.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | January 18, 2008

Sources: Falcons, Carroll still discussing Atlanta's coaching vacancy

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

While the chances of Pete Carroll even agreeing to meet with the Atlanta Falcons about their head coach vacancy remain a long shot at best, dialogue between the USC coach and team officials still was ongoing.

Story | Conversation | January 10, 2008

Sources: Falcons want to interview USC's Carroll for head coaching vacancy

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Multiple sources told ESPN.com late Tuesday night that the Falcons are pursuing Pete Carroll for an interview.

Story | Conversation | January 08, 2008

Parcells, Dolphins will have decisions to make with top pick

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Losing on Sunday gave the Dolphins the top pick in the draft.

Story | Conversation | December 23, 2007

VanGorder leaves Falcons to move to South Carolina

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Atlanta Falcons linebackers coach Brian VanGorder has accepted the position of defensive coordinator at the University of South Carolina.

Story | Conversation | December 19, 2007

Dolphins' loss would clinch top pick in draft

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

A loss at Baltimore on Sunday will bring the Miami Dolphins one step closer to the ignominy of the NFL's first-ever 0-16 season. It will also bring them a consolation prize of sorts: the first selection in the 2008 draft.

Story | Conversation | December 16, 2007

Sprained ankle will keep Pats' Wilson out against Colts

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Free safety Eugene Wilson, arguably the New England Patriots' top coverage defender in their interior secondary, will not play in Sunday afternoon's game against the Indianapolis Colts because of a sprained ankle.

Story | Conversation | November 04, 2007

Kremer finally in the spotlight

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

The lucrative deal signed by Tony Romo helped agent Ken Kremer receive the attention he deserves, Len Pasquarelli writes.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | November 02, 2007

Jets extend guard Moore's contract three years

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Brandon Moore has signed a three-year contract extension that will keep him with the Jets through 2013.

Story | Conversation | September 12, 2007

Showcase of creative minds: Peyton and Payton

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Peyton Manning and Sean Payton have similar names and similar games. When they square off on Thursday night, an offensive onslaught will likely ensue, writes Len Pasquarelli.

Story | Conversation | September 05, 2007