Former USC 'backers standing out
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comHouston'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, 2009Tip Sheet notes: LJ wears out welcome
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comLarry 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.
Story | Conversation | October 30, 2009
There'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, 2009Mere statistics don't reflect Faulk's true value
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comKevin 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, 2008Falcons have to weigh risks, rewards in a 'rookie' head coach
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comIn 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?
Story | Conversation | December 14, 2007
Thin in DT ranks, Bears add Kennedy
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comWith 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, 2007Cardinals add Jue to injury-depleted secondary
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comWith 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, 2007Kremer finally in the spotlight
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comThe lucrative deal signed by Tony Romo helped agent Ken Kremer receive the attention he deserves, Len Pasquarelli writes.
Story | Conversation | November 02, 2007
Rams sign Jue to add badly-needed depth at safety
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comThe 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, 2007Bills sign familiar QB Nall with Losman to miss at least two weeks
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comDown 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, 2007Indianapolis rookie lineman overcomes long odds
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comIndianapolis defensive tackle Ed Johnson stole the show in an otherwise average weekend for the 2007 rookie class, writes Len Pasquarelli.
Story | Conversation | September 14, 2007On-field success key to Jags' long-term viability
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comConcerns once again are being raised about the Jaguars' economic viability, writes Len Pasquarelli. Plus, the latest on the Falcons' QB plans, and much more.
Story | Conversation | August 31, 2007
Guarantees for LJ frontloaded in extension with Chiefs
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comThe 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, 2007Colts put McFarland on IR; he'll miss entire 2007 season
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comThe 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, 2007Cardinals agree to six-year, $62M deal with No. 5 pick Brown
Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.comThe 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.
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