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, 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, 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, 2009Salary jump: Under-the-radar free agents set for big payoffs
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comCalvin Pace may not be a household name, but he and several other under-the-radar free agents are set for big payoffs, writes Len Pasquarelli.
Story | Conversation | February 28, 2008Pats possibly bracing for another WR overhaul
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comOnce 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.
Story | Conversation | February 01, 2008
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.
Story | Conversation | November 16, 2007Colts add sack specialist; Freeney expected to miss 'significant' time
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comThe Colts claimed Simeon Rice off waivers on Monday.
Story | Conversation | November 12, 2007Talent pool deep at QB for '08 draft
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comThe talent pool at quarterback for the '08 draft appears to be deep, Len Pasquarelli writes in Tip Sheet notes.
Story | Conversation | November 09, 2007
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