McNair's rare distinction
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comAmong the things that made Steve McNair unique: He's among a handful of QBs from historically black colleges and universities selected in the NFL draft's first round. He might be the last, writes Len Pasquarelli.
Story | Conversation | July 06, 2009Latest coaching trends favor fresh faces, not retreads
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comInstead of placing a large premium on experience, teams in the market for a head coach are favoring the hot assistants who can sell tickets and strike a chord with players, writes Len Pasquarelli.
Story | Conversation | January 18, 2008Without Vick, the running QB revolution stalls
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comWhen Michael Vick ran amok in the NFL, the age of the running quarterback supposedly had dawned. But even before Vick's suspension, that era ended. The idea of a mobile quarterback has to be redefined.
Story | Conversation | November 09, 2007Switch to 3-4 could propel Cards to playoffs
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comIf the Arizona Cardinals claim their first playoff berth since 1998, the switch to the 3-4 defense may be a big reason why, Len Pasquarelli writes in Tip Sheet notes.
Story | Conversation | October 12, 2007
QB edge could explain AFC dominance
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comIs it better QBs and coaching? The AFC's dominance over the NFC is clear-cut, but the reasons for it aren't, Len Pasquarelli writes.
Story | Conversation | January 03, 2007Future of cornerback unclear
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comWill Peterson's once promising career has taken a tragic turn, but NFL teams are not giving up on the talented corner.
Story | Conversation | June 09, 2006
Fewer first-round gambles expected this year
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comEven though WR has been a popular first-round selection, teams traditionally have gotten very little production from rookie wideouts.
Story | Conversation | April 19, 2006Tagliabue leaving NFL in great shape
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comIn his 16-plus-year reign as commissioner, Paul Tagliabue has earned NFL owners a ton of money and a likely spot in the Hall of Fame.
Story | Conversation | March 20, 2006Break from coaching might be best for Haslett
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comJim Haslett's future in New Orleans is up in the air, and he may decide to take a break from coaching in 2006.
Story | Conversation | December 16, 2005
Signing top-10 picks could be complicated
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comBecause of the lack of progress on a new CBA, teams could have an even harder time signing first-round draft choices this summer.
Story | Conversation | June 10, 2005Revenue sharing stands in way of new CBA
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comTrying to get the NFL owners to agree on how to share revenue has been a difficult task for Paul Tagliabue.
Story | Conversation | May 27, 2005Win could be turning point for Palmer
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comThe Bengals' comeback against the Ravens could be a watershed moment for Carson Palmer.
Story | Conversation | December 06, 2004McPherson still has NFL dreams
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comAdrian McPherson knows he has made mistakes, but he hopes he can rehabilitate his career in the Arena League.
Story | Conversation | May 12, 2004Lot of uncertainty with running backs
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comIn a draft lacking standout runners, the rehabilitating Willis McGahee could be the first rusher chosen.
Story | Conversation | April 15, 2003Wide receivers take time to catch on
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comNFL teams love to draft wide receivers in the first round. However, history shows that's not always the best idea.
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