164 Results for penn state

Former USC 'backers standing out

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Houston's Brian Cushing is a leading contender for defensive rookie of the year honors. He's not the only former USC linebacker making a strong impression in Year 1, writes Len Pasquarelli.

Story | Conversation | December 01, 2009

Tip Sheet notes: LJ wears out welcome

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Larry Johnson's latest tirade makes him even less valuable to the Kansas City Chiefs, who probably wish they had traded him years ago, writes Len Pasquarelli.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | October 30, 2009

There's a premium on sack machines

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Why are teams such as the Green Bay Packers and San Diego Chargers augmenting already fierce pass rushes? Sacks equal success.

Story | Conversation | August 18, 2009

Mere statistics don't reflect Faulk's true value

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Kevin Faulk, New England's Mr. Reliable, is among a group of lesser-known contributors who could have a significant impact in the divisional playoffs, writes Len Pasquarelli.

Story | Conversation | January 11, 2008

Falcons have to weigh risks, rewards in a 'rookie' head coach

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

In many ways, Mike Singletary would seem an ideal choice as the next Falcons head coach. But what has team management learned from hiring men with no previous NFL head coaching experience?

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | December 14, 2007

Thin in DT ranks, Bears add Kennedy

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

With their defensive tackle ranks severely thinned by injuries, the Chicago Bears on Tuesday added veteran free agent Jimmy Kennedy, a former St. Louis Rams' first-round draft choice.

Story | Conversation | December 11, 2007

Cardinals add Jue to injury-depleted secondary

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

With their numbers in the secondary depleted by injuries, the Arizona Cardinals have signed free agent safety Bhawoh Jue, a versatile six-year veteran recently released by St. Louis.

Story | Conversation | November 30, 2007

Kremer finally in the spotlight

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

The lucrative deal signed by Tony Romo helped agent Ken Kremer receive the attention he deserves, Len Pasquarelli writes.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | November 02, 2007

Rams sign Jue to add badly-needed depth at safety

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

The Rams,decimated at safety by injuries, have added unrestricted free agent Bhawoh Jue, a versatile six-year veteran released by the Chargers this summer.

Story | Conversation | October 10, 2007

Bills sign familiar QB Nall with Losman to miss at least two weeks

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Down to just one healthy quarterback, and with injured starter J.P. Losman expected to miss at least two weeks with a sprained left knee, the Buffalo Bills on Monday re-signed veteran free agent Craig Nall, who the team had released after the preseason.

Story | Conversation | September 24, 2007

Indianapolis rookie lineman overcomes long odds

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Indianapolis defensive tackle Ed Johnson stole the show in an otherwise average weekend for the 2007 rookie class, writes Len Pasquarelli.

Story | Conversation | September 14, 2007

On-field success key to Jags' long-term viability

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Concerns once again are being raised about the Jaguars' economic viability, writes Len Pasquarelli. Plus, the latest on the Falcons' QB plans, and much more.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | August 31, 2007

Guarantees for LJ frontloaded in extension with Chiefs

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

The lucrative five-year contract extension signed on Tuesday by Kansas City Chiefs star tailback Larry Johnson includes $43.25 million in so-called "new money," features an initial signing bonus of $12.5 million, and will pay the four-year pro more than $

Story | Conversation | August 24, 2007

Colts put McFarland on IR; he'll miss entire 2007 season

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

The Indianapolis Colts have made official what the rest of the NFL already had taken for granted: The league champions will be forced to defend their Super Bowl XLI title without key defensive tackle Anthony McFarland.

Story | Conversation | August 10, 2007

Cardinals agree to six-year, $62M deal with No. 5 pick Brown

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

The Arizona Cardinals on Thursday night reached agreement with first-round draft pick Levi Brown, the offensive tackle from Penn State, on a six-year contract, ESPN.com has confirmed.

Story | Conversation | August 02, 2007