Switch to 3-4 could propel Cards to playoffs

If the Arizona Cardinals claim their first playoff berth since 1998, the switch to the 3-4 defense may be a big reason why, Len Pasquarelli writes in Tip Sheet notes.

Story | Conversation | October 12, 2007

Early NFC showdown could determine Bears' fate in 2007

Things remain unsettled for the 1-1 Bears, who face their first major NFC test when they play host to the Cowboys on Sunday, John Clayton writes.

...earlier this week at the height of my hacking and sniffing -- has been taken off the injury report. Bucs 21, Jets 20. Vinny will give the Jets a lift, but not big of one...

Blog Entry | Conversation | October 07, 2005

Engel's Angles: Surprises in the Spotlight

FFL columnist Scott Engel reviews and analyzes the latest fantasy football trends.

Story | Conversation | November 03, 2004

Engel's Angles: On the Verge

Scott Engel reviews and analyzes the latest fantasy trends.

Story | Conversation | September 22, 2004

Time to flick the power switch

Bill Simmons compiles his first NFL Power Poll of the season and finds the league is more wide-open than ever.

Giants' QB situation is best of the rest

Eli Manning and the Giants rank just out of the top 10 in the latest quarterback rankings.

Story | Conversation | July 07, 2008

Competition committee should address timeouts, forceouts

One 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

Week 7: Bironas saves Titans, Pats stay on record pace, Giants continue ascent

...should be back to full strength. Once defensive end Trevor Pryce and cornerback Chris McAlister return from injuries, this athletic unit will be able to cause problems once again. 4. Washington (Oct. 28): The Redskins...

NFL Week 6 inactive players

Inactive players for Sunday's 1 p.m. Week 6 games.

The tight end, the secret to NFL success

What do the best offenses in the NFL have in common? They all prominently feature the tight end.

Belichick's cheating could lead to dark days for NFL

The seriousness of Bill Belichick's unethical behavior could lead to a decline in popularity of the NFL.

Engel: Updated Week 2 rankings

Scott Engel updates his Week 2 rankings.

Story | Conversation | September 16, 2007

Week 1 Rankings

...front page). I took into account not only my position rankings but the opponent, the weather, potential injuries, what colors my five-year-old daughter likes best, you know the drill. You know I'm...

Blog Entry | Conversation | September 05, 2007

Numbing problem plagues NFL

Before offering his 2007 AFC preview, Gregg Easterbrook exposes a numbing problem in the NFL.