Offenses 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, 2009Tip Sheet notes: Tape issues
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comA change in conference policy means NFL scouts can't review tape of Pac-10 players, Len Pasquarelli writes.
Story | Conversation | September 04, 2009
Tip Sheet notes: Rivers contract update
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comDon't expect the Chargers and Philip Rivers to reach a deal on a contract extension any time soon, Len Pasquarelli writes.
Story | Conversation | August 20, 2009
There'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, 2009Falcons hire Boudreau to coach offensive line
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comTo 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, 2008More bad news for Steelers: O-line is a sieve
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comThe loss of Willie Parker is a tough blow for the Steelers, whose offensive line problems now might be magnified, Len Pasquarelli writes.
Story | Conversation | December 21, 2007
Competition 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
Loss 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
Tight 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, 2007Romo 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.
Story | Conversation | November 23, 2007At least nine teams will change QBs this week
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comAt least nine teams will change starting quarterbacks for Week 11, the most radical shift seen since 1999. And the Atlanta Falcons might make it 10 different starters.
Story | Conversation | November 17, 2007Williams' return last thing troubled Dolphins needed
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comCam Cameron has enough problems in his first year as Miami's head coach -- namely, getting his first regular-season victory. The unexpected return of Ricky Williams from an 18-month league suspension is not helping matters.
Story | Conversation | November 16, 2007
In-season changes rarely prove to be magic elixirs
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comEven the most embattled head coaches should be able to sleep a little more peacefully for the next month and a half, because in-season coaching changes almost never work.
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