Tip Sheet notes: Harper emerges
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comThe emergence of strong safety Roman Harper is a big part of the Saints' much-improved defense, writes Len Pasquarelli.
Story | Conversation | December 04, 2009
Tip Sheet: 24 teams vying for 12 spots
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comThe San Diego Chargers, the poster children for strong fniishes, are among the many teams still with solid hopes for nabbing playoff berths, Len Pasquarelli writes.
Story | Conversation | November 27, 2009Young targets come in handy for Giants
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comThe Giants snapped a four-game losing streak by beating Atlanta in overtime. A lift from an inexperienced receiving corps made the feat possible, writes Len Pasquarelli.
Story | Conversation | November 22, 2009Tip Sheet notes: Byrd a Bills' gem
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comBuffalo Bills rookie safety Jairus Byrd, son of former pro Gill Byrd, is fulfilling his destiny far ahead of schedule, writes Len Pasquarelli.
Story | Conversation | November 13, 2009
Stars passing in the night
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comWhether they like it or not, Philip Rivers and Eli Manning always will be measured against each other. On Sunday, Rivers emerged with the upper hand, beating Manning with a last-second TD pass, Len Pasquarelli writes.
Story | Conversation | November 08, 2009Tip Sheet notes: Loomis builds a winner
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comSaints GM Mickey Loomis has done a masterful job of building a winner in New Orleans, writes Len Pasquarelli.
Story | Conversation | November 06, 2009
Tip Sheet: QB play explains 0-5 starts
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comThere are myriad reasons why there are four 0-5 teams this season, but it's never a bad idea to start at quarterback, Len Pasquarelli writes.
Story | Conversation | October 15, 2009Steady Giants keeping things simple
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comThanks to stable leadership and teamwide selflessness, the Giants are flourishing despite a number of key injuries, writes Len Pasquarelli.
Story | Conversation | October 13, 2009Raiders spiraling through pitiful stretch
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comPride. Poise. Terms that used to describe the Raiders' proud franchise have been replaced with a different P-word, writes Len Pasquarelli: pitiful.
Story | Conversation | October 11, 2009Tip Sheet notes: Adams on the spot
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comBucs DE Gaines Adams is well on his way to becoming a bust in Tampa Bay, which seems in keeping with many linemen selected in the 2007 draft, writes Len Pasquarelli.
Story | Conversation | September 25, 2009
Deck stacked against 0-2 teams
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comAlthough recent history might suggest otherwise, the odds are against an NFL team's making the playoffs after beginning the season 0-2, writes Len Pasquarelli.
Story | Conversation | September 22, 2009Offenses 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, 2009Supplemental draft rarely a bargain bin
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comIf 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, 2009Numbers don't add up for GMs
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comEven in the salary-cap era, the most important qualification for an NFL general manager's job is being a "football man," writes Len Pasquarelli.
Story | Conversation | June 30, 2009Tide turning for retired players? Maybe
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comThanks to new NFLPA executive director DeMaurice Smith, the plight of retired NFL players appears to be improving -- but much work remains, writes Len Pasquarelli.
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