482 Results for mike smith

Tip Sheet notes: Byrd a Bills' gem

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Buffalo Bills rookie safety Jairus Byrd, son of former pro Gill Byrd, is fulfilling his destiny far ahead of schedule, writes Len Pasquarelli.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | November 13, 2009

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

Stepping into starring roles

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Atlanta Falcons FS Thomas DeCoud (2 INTs) and kick returner Eric Weems were two of the role players who made a difference in the victory over the Chicago Bears, Len Pasquarelli writes.

Story | Conversation | October 18, 2009

Ryan quickly becoming 'money' player

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

If third down is indeed the money down, then Falcons QB Matt Ryan proved his worth with a stellar Week 2 performance, writes Len Pasquarelli.

Story | Conversation | September 20, 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

Peterson, Falcons ink deal

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

The Falcons took the first step toward revamping their linebacker corps on Tuesday morning, signing unrestricted free agent Mike Peterson.

Story | Conversation | March 10, 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

Pats possibly bracing for another WR overhaul

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Once the Super Bowl is over, the Patriots must turn their attention to a WR corps that could look a lot different in 2008, writes Len Pasquarelli.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | February 01, 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

Jags add veteran assistant Henderson to coaching staff

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

The Jaguars have added veteran NFL assistant Donnie Henderson to coach Jack Del Rio's staff in a role that will be defined at a later date.

Story | Conversation | January 25, 2008

Falcons hire ex-Bills head coach Mularkey as offensive coordinator

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

First-year Falcons head coach Mike Smith made the second major addition to his fledgling staff, securing the services of former Bills head coach Mike Mularkey as his offensive coordinator.

Story | Conversation | January 25, 2008

Falcons tap VanGorder to run defense

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Just one month after resigning his position as the Atlanta Falcons' linebackers coach to go to South Carolina as Steve Spurrier's defensive coordinator, Brian VanGorder is back with the NFL team, as the first key hire of rookie coach Mike Smith's regime.

Story | Conversation | January 24, 2008

Blank resists urge for high-profile coach and gets it right

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

The Atlanta Falcons might have finally gotten something right in hiring Michael Smith.

Story | Conversation | January 23, 2008

Falcons make Jags assistant Smith new head coach

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Sources said the Falcons have hired Mike Smith as coach.

Story | Conversation | January 23, 2008

For Spagnuolo, Falcons delay call on coach until after Super Bowl

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

The New York Giants' victory at Green Bay on Sunday in the NFC Championship Game has sent the Atlanta Falcons' search for a new head coach into overtime.

Story | Conversation | January 21, 2008