Patriots pass-rush possibilities are slim

...a proven veteran to replace Mike Vrabel. As of now, the replacements are uninspiring: Pierre Woods, Tully Banta-Cain, Shawn Crable. The Patriots aren't convinced. Owner Robert Kraft twice made public statements that...

...USA: New York Giants running back Ahmad Bradshaw is pulled down by San Francisco 49ers linebacker Tully Banta-Cain on a kickoff return during the first half at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ

Unemployed Ellis could find a gig with Patriots

...and didn't acquire anybody to replace him. Next in line are Pierre Woods and Tully Banta-Cain. "I think they would like to add that dimension," Lombardi said. "They might...

Greetings from Foxborough

...players after practice, but I doubt there will be many people lining up to speak with Tully Banta-Cain. There are no guarantees, but we're expecting Brady to speak with us media jackals...

Around the AFC East: Kotwica far from Baghdad

...next Larry Izzo. WEEI.com's Christopher Price takes a look at what outside linebacker Tully Banta-Cain can bring to the team his second time around. Boston Globe columnists Dan Shaughnessy and Bob...

Dolphins return suits Jason Taylor

Posted by ESPN.com's Tim Graham For weeks, Las Vegas-style neon signs pointed to Jason Taylor joining the New England Patriots.   ...

Clayton: Seahawks, Eagles among big offseason winners

The Seahawks had the best offseason in the NFL. Here are nine other teams that appear to have made significant strides.

FBO: Filling holes in the AFC East

Football Outsiders analyzes the draft choices, trades and free-agent signings for the AFC East, focusing heavily on the major additions made by the Bills, Dolphins, Patriots and Jets.

Story | Conversation | May 05, 2009

Comings and goings: 49ers since the Super Bowl

...Damane Duckett, T Defense Keith Lewis, S Donald Strickland, CB Roderick Green, LB Ronald Fields, DL Tully Banta-Cain, LB New to the 49ers' 53-man roster in the 58 days since the Super...

Bajema helps depth, special teams for Rams

...has agreed to terms with the Rams. Bajema played sporadically on offense. Only Jeff Ulbrich and Tully Banta-Cain played more on special teams for the 49ers last season. Bajema provides depth for the Rams...

Around the AFC East: Jets S Rhodes no Cutler fan

...of Cincinnati defensive end Connor Barwin. Boston Herald reporter Karen Guregian catches up with outside linebacker Tully Banta-Cain about his return to the Patriots

Around the NFC West: Curry draft's best?

...say, the 49ers need to add at least one -- probably two -- outside linebackers to the mix. [Tully] Banta-Cain is back with the Patriots. [Roderick] Green, however, likely could be added if the 49ers ever...

39 Days to the NFL Draft: Plugging Holes in the AFC East

Football Outsiders takes a tour of the NFL to identify the biggest holes each team has left on its roster and the best possible way to plug that hole.

Story | Conversation | March 17, 2009

Around the AFC East: Tagliabue to join Dolphins?

...Globe share snippets from a Tedy Bruschi speech delivered at Bryant University. Reiss checks in with Tully Banta-Cain, the linebacker who's back in New England. Boston Herald reporter Karen Guregian reviews the...

Hot Button: NFC West

Posted by ESPN.com's Mike Sando The top issues facing each team in the division: Arizona Cardinals     Rob Tringali/G...