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Tip Sheet: Historically bad -- and great

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Jim Caldwell of the Colts and Josh McDaniels of the Broncos are soaring, but collectively, first-year head coaches are struggling, Len Pasquarelli writes in Tip Sheet.

Story | Conversation | November 05, 2009

Tip Sheet notes: They've got a lot left

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Safeties Brian Dawkins, 36, and Darren Sharper, 33, have proven they still have a lot left in the tank, writes Len Pasquarelli.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | October 23, 2009

Tip Sheet notes: Quiet trading floor

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Steven 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.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | October 16, 2009

Defensive head coaches taking control

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

The list of head coaches who prefer to call their own defensive sets is gradually expanding, writes Len Pasquarelli.

Story | Conversation | October 06, 2009

Tip Sheet notes: Where to list White?

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

The Dolphins might have to list Wildcat QB Pat White at another position to maintain the element of surprise, writes Len Pasquarelli.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | September 18, 2009

Supplemental draft rarely a bargain bin

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

If Jeremy Jarmon proves productive, Washington will have beaten the supplemental draft odds. Plus, Len Pasquarelli's news and notes reveal why Brett Favre might be in dubious company soon and why Larry Foote might have tough footing in Detroit.

Story | Conversation | July 17, 2009

Tide turning for retired players? Maybe

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Thanks to new NFLPA executive director DeMaurice Smith, the plight of retired NFL players appears to be improving -- but much work remains, writes Len Pasquarelli.

Story | Conversation | June 11, 2009

Ex-Dolphins QB Beck joins Ravens

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Third-year quarterback John Beck, released by the Dolphins last week, has reached agreement with the Ravens on a one-year contract.

Story | Conversation | May 03, 2009

Brooking's price exceeded production

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Parting ways with Keith Brooking was undoubtedly a tough decision for the Falcons, but the veteran linebacker's name had become bigger than his game, writes Len Pasquarelli.

Story | Conversation | February 26, 2009

Bruce signs two-year, $6 million deal with 49ers

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

In a move that reunites him with former head coach Mike Martz, free agent wide receiver Isaac Bruce, released by St. Louis this week after 14 seasons with the Rams, has signed a two-year contract with the San Francisco 49ers.

Story | Conversation | February 29, 2008

Jaguars look to Porter to fill longtime void at WR

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

The Jaguars reached a contract agreement Friday with Jerry Porter.

Story | Conversation | February 29, 2008

Falcons hire Boudreau to coach offensive line

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

To fill the last major position on his staff, Falcons first-year head coach Mike Smith hired longtime league offensive line coach Paul Boudreau, who was recently fired by the Rams.

Story | Conversation | January 31, 2008

Even without a rolling Moss, Brady's Patriots remain boss

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

The 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, 2008

Giants' Mara withdraws from Falcons GM consideration

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Giants vice president of player evaluation Chris Mara, who earlier this week met with Falcons officials about the club's general manager vacancy, removed himself from consideration for the position.

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