31 Results for mike vrabel

Ravens, Patriots bracing for shootout?

John Clayton, ESPN.com

New England-Baltimore figures to be a low-scoring defensive struggle, right? Not exactly. Both teams have been emphasizing offense so far this season, writes John Clayton.

Story | Conversation | October 01, 2009

First & 10: Advanced studies for Ryan

John Clayton, ESPN.com

Although conventional logic says the Falcons will struggle in Foxborough, Matt Ryan & Co. have momentum and are catching the Patriots at an ideal time, writes John Clayton.

Story | Conversation | September 24, 2009

Stage is set for Giants-Cowboys

John Clayton, ESPN.com

NFC East games belong on the big stage, which is exactly what the Giants and Cowboys will have when they open Cowboys Stadium on Sunday night, writes John Clayton.

Story | Conversation | September 17, 2009

Schedule stunting AFC West's growth

John Clayton, ESPN.com

Tough schedules dotted with NFC East foes will slow the progress of the Broncos, Chiefs and Raiders, writes John Clayton in his latest mailbag.

Story | Conversation | September 16, 2009

Cassel's presence impresses

John Clayton, ESPN.com

New quarterback Matt Cassel's command in the huddle impresses the Chiefs, writes John Clayton.

Story | Conversation | August 08, 2009

Chiefs lock up Cassel

John Clayton, ESPN.com

Matt Cassel, a career backup in college and in the pros, has signed a six-year deal with the Kansas City Chiefs.

Story | Conversation | July 14, 2009

Rivers owns small edge over Eli

John Clayton, ESPN.com

In his latest mailbag, John Clayton tells you why Michael Vick deserves another chance to play in the NFL, and who he would choose between Philip Rivers and Eli Manning.

Story | Conversation | June 15, 2009

Seattle earns offseason bragging rights

John Clayton, ESPN.com

The Seahawks had the best offseason in the NFL. Here are nine other teams that appear to have made significant strides.

Story | Conversation | May 07, 2009

Excess cap room makes trades likely

John Clayton, ESPN.com

Because several teams have excess cap room, expect a high number of trades before the draft, writes John Clayton in his latest mailbag.

Story | Conversation | March 09, 2009

Chiefs get LB Vrabel from Patriots

John Clayton, ESPN.com

The Chiefs were the youngest team in football last year but new general manager Scott Pioli wanted to install some veteran leadership.

Story | Conversation | February 27, 2009

Without cap, Cowboys, Chargers can still strut

John Clayton, ESPN.com

Which teams would be affected most if the league can't get a new labor deal before 2010? John Clayton forecasts five of the best and five of the worst teams facing that scenario.

Story | Conversation | May 28, 2008

Morris exploits depleted Bengals' D

John Clayton, ESPN.com

With Cincinnati's LB corps in disarray, the Patriots unleashed RB Sammy Morris and beat the Bengals in dominant fashion, writes John Clayton.

Story | Conversation | October 01, 2007

Patriots are healthier for second crack at Broncos

John Clayton, ESPN.com

John Clayton breaks down the divisional playoffs, in which all four games will be rematches from the regular season.

Story | Conversation | January 12, 2006

Broncos a bad matchup for Pats defense

John Clayton, ESPN.com

The Pats' run defense and Pittsburgh's ability to frustrate Peyton Manning are among the keys in the AFC divisional matchups.

Story | Conversation | January 08, 2006

Eagles to pass less, Broncos throwing more?

John Clayton, ESPN.com

Don't be surprised to see the Eagles and Broncos make some changes on offense in John Clayton's top matchup of Week 8.

Story | Conversation | October 27, 2005