Tip Sheet: 24 teams vying for 12 spots
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comThe San Diego Chargers, the poster children for strong fniishes, are among the many teams still with solid hopes for nabbing playoff berths, Len Pasquarelli writes.
Story | Conversation | November 27, 2009Offenses still shaking off the cobwebs
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comFor most games during the opening weekend of play, defenses led the way. Over the first 16 games, teams averaged a combined 40.56 points per contest, well below the rate of 44.05 points scored per game during the 2008 regular season. writes Len Pasquarelli.
Story | Conversation | September 15, 2009There's a premium on sack machines
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comWhy are teams such as the Green Bay Packers and San Diego Chargers augmenting already fierce pass rushes? Sacks equal success.
Story | Conversation | August 18, 2009Canton: Arguments for, against Harrison
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comLen Pasquarelli writes about Rodney Harrison and other possible members of the Pro Football Hall of Fame's Class of 2014.
Story | Conversation | June 09, 2009Preparing to coach in his sixth Super Bowl, Scarnecchia avoids spotlight
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comDante Scarnecchia is the only coach in Patriots' franchise history to be a member of all six Super Bowl teams. Yet few know the offensive line coach, and that's the way he likes it, Len Pasquarelli writes.
Story | Conversation | January 30, 2008Even without a rolling Moss, Brady's Patriots remain boss
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comThe Jaguars had a brilliant plan to mute Randy Moss on Saturday. Unfortunately for them, that left the other Patriots free to do damage, writes Len Pasquarelli.
Story | Conversation | January 12, 2008Mere statistics don't reflect Faulk's true value
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comKevin Faulk, New England's Mr. Reliable, is among a group of lesser-known contributors who could have a significant impact in the divisional playoffs, writes Len Pasquarelli.
Story | Conversation | January 11, 2008Hey, look, there are other ways to score!
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comRunning back a turnover or a kick return for a touchdown may prove to be the decisive factor in this weekend's divisional games, writes Len Pasquarelli.
Story | Conversation | January 10, 2008Despite interest from 2 teams, Pats' McDaniels won't interview for coaching jobs
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comPatriots offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels has decided he will not interview for any head coach vacancies this year, ESPN.com has learned.
Story | Conversation | January 03, 2008Competition committee should address timeouts, forceouts
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comOne big issue this season is the use -- and abuse -- of timeouts. Next March, the competition committee should give that and another issue heavy consideration, Len Pasquarelli writes.
Story | Conversation | December 07, 2007
Stretch drive: What AFC teams must do in the final month
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comWith the regular season winding down, the only remaining intrigue in the AFC is the race for the final wild-card spot.
Story | Conversation | December 06, 2007Tight ends enjoying huge role in passing game
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comThrowing to the tight end has worked extremely well for a lot of offenses this season, Len Pasquarelli writes.
Story | Conversation | November 30, 2007Loss of Colvin will test Pats' LB depth
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comThe loss of LB Rosevelt Colvin to a season-ending injury won't necessarily test the maturity and smarts of the remaining Patriots linebackers, but it will test their mettle and stamina.
Story | Conversation | November 30, 2007
Romo deal 'set the stage' for eventual Garrard contract talks
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comJacksonville QB David Garrard is quite a salary bargain for a starting QB. The Jaguars would be wise to address a new deal with Garrard quickly, given where the market has gone and will continue to go.
Story | Conversation | November 23, 2007
Will NFC finally end its drought vs. AFC this season?
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comThe NFC hasn't won the battle of interconferences since 1995, but this may be the season it finally ends its drought, writes Len Pasquarelli.
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