39 Results for playoff

Quick look at remaining schedules

James Walker, AFC North

...1-11) With the remaining schedules, do the Ravens and/or Steelers have a chance at the postseason

Blog | December 07, 2009

Frustration rampant in Pittsburgh

James Walker, AFC North

...6-5 record and have the Steelers on the outside looking in when it comes to the postseason. This is the time of year when Pittsburgh usually thrives. But last week's overtime loss to...

Blog | December 03, 2009

Walker's weekend mailbag: Bad Brownies

James Walker, AFC North

Let's dig into the AFC North weekend mailbag. Mike Pisano from Chicago writes: Is Brady Quinn's arm strong enough for the NFL? Can he make enough o...

Blog | November 21, 2009

Palmer at his best against Ravens

James Walker, AFC North

    Matt Stamey/US Presswire   Carson Palmer has enjoyed success during his career against the Ravens. Posted by ESPN.com's J...

Blog | November 05, 2009

Ravens at an early crossroads

James Walker, AFC North

...impossible, teams that lose four in a row during a season struggle mightily to get into the playoffs. "There's a little more urgency to it because we're all aware that we need to...

Blog | October 29, 2009

Wrap-up: Patriots 27, Ravens 21

James Walker, AFC North

...Randy Moss. The Ravens (3-1) and Patriots (3-1) are expected to be in the AFC playoff race all year and may have to face each other again at some point down the road...

Blog | October 04, 2009

Thought of the Day II

James Walker, AFC North

...the Tennessee Titans and Baltimore Ravens. But of course, a lot of things will change before the playoffs. Roz from Milford, DE writes: As an Steelers fan, I am always worried about the Patriots. Look...

Blog | September 16, 2009

Repeat rests with Roethlisberger

James Walker, AFC North

...Roethlisberger's numbers rarely stand out, but his 59-22 career record as a starter (including the playoffs) is further proof of what he means to the Steelers. "He's definitely the most important [player...

Blog | September 10, 2009

Morning take: Steelers or Patriots?

James Walker, AFC North

...easier schedule this year. But if both teams stay healthy, fans could be treated to a colossal postseason clash pitting the top teams of this decade. Team owner Mike Brown said free-agent quarterback Michael...

Blog | July 29, 2009

Steelers and Ravens top 5 in decade

James Walker, AFC North

...were elite NFL franchises in the past decade. The grade included factors such as regular-season wins, playoff appearances and victories and losses in the Super Bowl since 2000. Although a spirited case could be...

Blog | June 25, 2009

Morning take: Steelers and Patriots

James Walker, AFC North

...It would be interesting to see if these two teams can meet head-to-head in the postseason. The Cincinnati Bengals will open mandatory veteran minicamp Thursday. Morning take: And the AFC North blog will...

Blog | June 15, 2009

Double Coverage: Steelers or Pats as No. 1?

James Walker, AFC North

    ESPN.com Illustration   Who should be No. 1 heading into the season: the reigning Super Bowl champion Pitts...

Blog | May 27, 2009

Thought of the Day finale

James Walker, AFC North

Posted by ESPN.com's James Walker The most recent "Thought of the Day" blog entry was an interesting one. It asked the question of what ...

Blog | May 16, 2009

Thought of the Day II

James Walker, AFC North

...period of time, meaning being a top four team in your conference, no losing seasons, and winning playoff games. I agree only the Green Bay Packers, Pittsburgh Steelers, and San Francisco 49ers have had a...

Blog | May 15, 2009

Morning take: Suggs and Ravens

James Walker, AFC North

...new club -- the Detroit Lions -- are in the same predicament as the New England Patriots as non-playoff teams. Morning take: Technically, Foote is correct. But there is still a difference between 0-16 and...

Blog | May 12, 2009