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, 2009Stars 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: 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: Running from the truths
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comIn the first two weeks of this season, the usual formula for victory hasn't often held true, Len Pasquarelli writes.
Story | Conversation | September 24, 2009Deck 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, 2009Small rookie giving Steelers big lift
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comThe Steelers are counting on undersized rookie Stefan Logan to make a big impact in the return game this season, writes Len Pasquarelli.
Story | Conversation | September 01, 2009Source: Rivers' extension worth $92M
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comChargers quarterback Philip Rivers, who has thrown for more than 10,000 yards over the past three seasons, has agreed to a new contract extension with the club.
Story | Conversation | August 24, 2009There'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, 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, 2009Deals must be signed by July 15
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comWith the deadline for signing franchise players to multiple-year contracts a week away, the clock is ticking toward crunch time for several teams and their designated veterans.
Story | Conversation | July 08, 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.
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