Wednesday, July 31, 2002
True leadership
Bucs WR Johnson shows class by ignoring Sapp’s bark Monday, July 29, 2002
Who’ll be on the hot seat?
A preseason look at the job security of each NFL coach
Friday, July 26, 2002
Unorthodox style
Can Spurrier’s ingenuity outweigh diligence in the NFL?
Wednesday, July 24, 2002
Offseason shake-up
Can the Vikings re-emerge from the shadows?
Monday, July 22, 2002
A bolt of potential in San Diego
There are a lot of signs pointing to the Chargers as this year’s surprise team
Friday, July 19, 2002
Fantasy advice from a newbie
Join me in following the Rams to the top
Wednesday, July 17, 2002
The kings of false hope
Bengals actually look pretty good on paper, but don’t be deceived
Top of page
Tuesday, July 16, 2002
Matthews more than just another faceless
lineman
NFL a lesser league without Titans class act on board
Monday, July 15, 2002
Top No. 1 picks to click
Saints' Stallworth is early choice as league's top rookie this coming season
Friday, July 12, 2002
Come back, kid
Missing pieces turned catalysts
Wednesday, July 10, 2002
Imagining a game without fans
They did it on purpose in minor-league baseball, but locking fans out of an NFL game would
certainly change things
Monday, July 8, 2002
An all-star question
Why is MLB’s All-Star Game more exciting than the NFL’s Pro Bowl?
Friday, July 5, 2002
Cash flow
Era of high-dollar deals creating wrong kind of paper trail
Wednesday, July 3, 2002
Back together again
Westbrook and Frerotte will try to improve upon their first union
Top of page
Monday, July 1, 2002
Point Blank
An exclusive interview with Falcons owner Arthur Blank
Friday, June 28, 2002
Class of 2003
Franchise tags notwithstanding, free-agent class could be special
Wednesday, June 26, 2002
The biggest of jumps
It’s inevitable that someone will someday try to enter the NFL draft out of high
school, but it won’t be easy
Monday, June 24, 2002
Traveling men
You could form a solid group of starters from the players who changed addresses this
offseason
Friday, June 21, 2002
A summer cop-out column
Pondering a variety of NFL topics on a sunny summer afternoon
Wednesday, June 19, 2002
Line ’em up
A look at the league’s offensive lines — division by division
Monday, June 17, 2002
Contenders with problems
The Packers revamped WR corps and the Raiders’ depleted defensive line could prove
problematic
Top of page
Friday, June 14, 2002
Niners trade for fool’s gold
Despite what some experts believe, San Francisco won’t resurrect McNown’s career
Wednesday, June 12, 2002
"Super" teams must have sound
special teams
Bad special teams units are kryptonite to Super Bowl hopefuls
Monday, June 10, 2002
Mystery abounds in AFC South
Conclusions are hard to come by in NFL’s most mysterious division
Friday, June 7, 2002
The second wave of free agency
Released players run the gamut from very good to washed up
Wednesday, June 5, 2002
Lawrence of Canada
Troubled RB Lawrence Phillips has been given yet another chance at redemption, this time
by the CFL
Monday, June 3, 2002
Choice cuts
With plenty of carving, these teams could fatten up
Friday, May 31, 2002
Steelers’ fleet having engine problems
It’s really early, but RBs Jerome Bettis and Amos Zereoue are having health
issues
Top of page
Wednesday, May 29, 2002
On the comeback trail
Long-shot players trying to earn their way back into the league
Tuesday, May 28, 2002
Second fiddle be damned
Niners have taken dead aim on Rams’ NFC West superiority
Friday, May 24, 2002
A return to L.A.-L.A. land
The noise being made about a Los Angeles return to the NFL isn’t just noise,
it’s an inevitability
Wednesday, May 22, 2002
Full house
The Seahawks’ hand is the best one Leaf will see
Monday, May 20, 2002
Restoring the glory
Cleveland should be playoff-bound but not Super Bowl-bound this season
Friday, May 17, 2002
Carter’s days could be numbered
Good riddance to a spoiled egomaniac
Wednesday, May 15, 2002
Saints shake up NFC South
Mueller’s exit bodes well for Bucs
Top of page
Monday, May 13, 2002
A Chief concern
Negotiations to keep TE Tony Gonzalez in Kansas City took an ugly turn and could turn even
nastier down the road
Friday, May 10, 2002
An early taste of fantasy football
Wetting the appetite of hard-core fantasy football fanatics
Wednesday, May 8, 2002
Encased in steel
Pittsburgh’s stellar LB corps won’t be going anywhere for years
Monday, May 6, 2002
On the sidelines
Rookies hurt themselves and their team by not participating in workouts
Friday, May 3, 2002
Oldies but goodies
Despite the fact they’re getting up in years, Al Davis’ Raiders look like the
team to beat in the AFC
Wednesday, May 1, 2002
A character in his own right
The humorous Mike Williams was the center of attention wherever he went during the draft
in New York
Monday, April 29, 2002
Doing it his way
Mike Sherman is taking an aggressive approach to keep the Packers among the NFL’s
elite
Top of page
Friday, April 26, 2002
Are the Bills the next worst-to-first team?
It’s still way too early, but Donahoe’s cap mastery gives the Bills a serious
upgrade
Wednesday, April 24, 2002
No time to slow down
With the draft in the past, NFL teams still are keeping busy
Monday, April 22, 2002
A long day’s journey into night
While the draft took longer than ever, the die-hards were duly rewarded
Friday, April 19, 2002
Anxious times
The predicted top five picks enjoyed a day in New York City with their futures hanging in
the balance
Wednesday, April 17, 2002
Under the microscope
These five general managers have more at stake on Draft Day than others
Monday, April 15, 2002
Harrington should top Buffalo’s list
A potential franchise quarterback is within reach and the Bills would make a mistake to
not take him
Top of page
Friday, April 12, 2002
Money matters
Where a player is drafted will determine the size of his paychecks
Wednesday, April 10, 2002
Panthers on the clock
With the draft’s No. 2 overall pick, Carolina faces a tough decision
Monday, April 8, 2002
'Just be there'
Jevon Kearse missed 'voluntary' workouts last week, which almost always is viewed as a
selfish act
Friday, April 5, 2002
Costly mistake
Bears front-office mistake leads to WR Bates’ departure
Wednesday, April 3, 2002
Bargain-basement shopping isn’t always
the best
Patriots keep going with what works, but what happens if the plan doesn’t work?
Monday, April 1, 2002
Bledsoe bound for Bengals?
It makes no sense for the QB to nix a deal that would send him to Cincinnati
Friday, March 29, 2002
Is the NFL right on schedule?
As has been the case for a few years now, it’s impossible to tell
Top of page
Wednesday, March 27, 2002
Ravenous no longer
The Ravens’ ever-confident Brian Billick can’t be happy when he looks at the
shell of his former roster
Monday, March 25, 2002
Vikings’ Draft Day strategy: Trench
warfare
Needs along offensive and defensive lines should come first
Friday, March 22, 2002
Can Ricky do it alone?
Dolphins need to improve their offensive line if Ricky Williams is to reach his full
potential in Miami
Wednesday, March 20, 2002
Football flicks on the brain
The time is right for an Oscar-worthy film depicting pro football
Monday, March 18, 2002
Ridiculous demands
Strahan needs to remember there is no "I" in team
Friday, March 15, 2002
It’s March Madness, NFL mascot style
Would your favorite NFL team’s mascot stand up to the bracket test?
Wednesday, March 13, 2002
Lions’ share for Hakim too much
Questions persist whether former Ram can be an every-down receiver
Top of page
Monday, March 11, 2002
Sweet home Chicago
Bears’ ability to re-sign Miller, Kreutz gives them a leg up on the competition
Friday, March 8, 2002
What Al worry?
While the Raiders remain without a head coach, owner Al Davis keeps the wheels turning
Thursday, March 7, 2002
Miami heat
Dolphins’ pursuit of Williams, Kreutz generates big-time buzz
Wednesday, March 6, 2002
No longer shooting blanks
The Falcons are making some meaningful moves — finally
Tuesday, March 5, 2002
Rams seem no worse for wear
With the 2002 free-agent period’s first full weekend in the books, St. Louis still
looks like the NFL’s featured attraction
Monday, March 4, 2002
A tale of two passers
QBs Elvis Grbac and Trent Dilfer find themselves in much different scenarios than a year
ago at this time
Top of page
Friday, March 1, 2002
Where do they go from here?
Opening of free agency creates intriguing possibilities
Thursday, Feb. 28, 2002
Focusing on TV changes
Madden should work well with Michaels in ‘MNF’ booth
Wednesday, Feb. 27, 2002
Down — but not out
Even though they’ve lost a ton of talent, the Ravens still might be OK
Tuesday, Feb. 26, 2002
Life goes on for Carr … ‘Thank
God’
Fresno State QB is no doubt thanking his lucky stars
Monday, Feb. 25, 2002
Big Uneasy
Hard-to-figure Saints are sending strange signals
Saturday, Feb. 23, 2002
The mood is a sullen one in Raider Nation
The Raiders may have stockpiled picks and cash, but it’s hard to imagine any of that
replacing Jon Gruden
Friday, Feb. 22, 2002
Franchise me!
Players shouldn’t dread the franchise tag
Top of page
Thursday, Feb. 21, 2002
Buy George?
Prospective buyers should beware when it comes to NFL outcast
Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2002
Sending the Bills
Hall’s call to Kelly should open door for Buffalo teammates
Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2002
The right moves
Casserly wisely constructs Texans
Friday, Feb. 15, 2002
Expanding thoughts
Texans are on the right track — except when it comes to the age factor
Thursday, Feb. 14, 2002
Who says nothing special is happening?
Teams quietly making moves in key unsung area
Wednesday, Feb. 13, 2002
The shortcoming of nepotism
Glazer sons belong in the stands
Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2002
Reversal of fortunes?
Are the Skins and Ravens in the process of trading places on the NFL landscape?
Top of page
Monday, Feb. 11, 2002
Lewis follows the money trail
Snyder’s checkbook spurs latest about-face
Friday, Feb. 8, 2002
Slim pickings
Free-agent class of 2002 isn’t all that impressive
Thursday, Feb. 7, 2002
A barbecue buffet?
When the Houston Texans step to the table, they should feast on only the choicest cuts
Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2002
Turnaround in the Cards?
It won't take all aces for Arizona to be a contender next year
Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2002
Passion transcends the game
Belichick developed coaching prowess on his father’s scouting trail
Monday, Feb. 4, 2002
MVP voters get it wrong, again
Patriots CB Ty Law should have won the Super Bowl MVP honors, not Brady
Saturday, Feb. 2, 2002
Getting his due
Patriots’ Belichick finally climbs out from under Parcells’ huge shadow
Top of page
Friday, Feb. 1, 2002
Five to stay alive
The Patriots don’t have many edges over the Rams, but winning these five battles
could give New England the upset victory
Thursday, Jan. 31, 2002
Rams will determine own fate
Confidence brimming from St. Louis camp
Wednesday, Jan. 30, 2002
Let’s make one week the norm
History proves Super Bowl is more competitive when teams have less time to prepare
Sunday, Jan. 27, 2002
Playoff musings — Eagles vs. Rams
Rams turn up heat in second half, manage to outlast feisty Eagles
Sunday, Jan. 27, 2002
Playoff musings — Patriots vs. Steelers
Special teams, defense lead Patriots to improbable Super Bowl berth
Friday, Jan. 25, 2002
Shame game
Bucs owners, Parcells share equal blame for botched deal
Thursday, Jan. 24, 2002
Coaching corner
Some thoughts on the recent hires and the remaining openings
Top of page
Wednesday, Jan. 23, 2002
Who would’ve predicted it?
What PFW had to say last summer about the four teams remaining in the playoffs
Tuesday, Jan. 22, 2002
Cloudy thinking
Mike Martz might be an offensive genius, but he looked like a real dummy last Sunday
Monday, Jan. 21, 2002
Clear the runway
Rams’ defense finally catches up to high-flying offense
Sunday, Jan. 20, 2002
Playoff musings — Packers vs. Rams
Opportunistic Rams roll over turnover-prone Packers
Sunday, Jan. 20, 2002
Playoff musings — Ravens vs. Steelers
'Blitzburgh' is alive and well as Pittsburgh crushes Baltimore
Saturday, Jan. 19, 2002
Playoff musings — Raiders vs. Patriots
Tough sledding for Raiders as Patriots make miracle comeback
Saturday, Jan. 19, 2002
Playoff musings — Eagles vs. Bears
Eagles soar past Bears on way to NFC title game
Top of page
Friday, Jan. 18, 2002
Key divisional matchup: Rams’ offense vs.
Packers’ defense
St. Louis has had problems against good pass-rushing teams, and Green Bay can bring the
heat when it wants to
Thursday, Jan. 17, 2002
Schottenheimer to San Diego
The Chargers would be smart to give Marty the job
Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2002
Father Time must be frustrated
Nothing seems to stand in the way of the indomitable Jerry Rice
Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2002
Don’t give up, Jerry
The Panthers are obviously very frustrated at the moment, but hiring Marvin Lewis would
change their luck in a hurry
Sunday, Jan. 13, 2002
Playoff musings — Ravens vs. Dolphins
Ravens get back to playing championship football
Sunday, Jan. 13, 2002
Playoff musings — 49ers vs. Packers
Favre, rush defense the difference as Packers roll
Saturday, Jan. 12, 2002
Playoff musings — Jets vs. Raiders
Offenses rule as Raiders outscore Jets in wild wild-card game
Top of page
Saturday, Jan. 12, 2002
Playoff musings — Bucs vs. Eagles
Meager offense once again dooms Bucs in playoff loss
Friday, Jan. 11, 2002
Key wild-card matchup: Eagles DE Hugh Douglas
vs. Buccaneers OT Kenyatta Walker
Tampa Bay looks to erase memories of last season’s playoff meeting with its top draft
pick
Thursday, Jan. 10, 2002
Where will the Spurrier show land?
Steve Spurrier’s decision to step down at the University of Florida has had a huge
impact at all levels
Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2002
Keep the status quo
The Redskins have the right coach in place now
Tuesday, Jan. 8, 2002
Pack could make some noise
But forget about the other seven first-round playoff teams
Monday, Jan. 7, 2002
Monday Musings
Faulk deserves to be MVP; highlights from Sunday’s games
Top of page
Saturday, Jan. 5, 2002
Who’s the most valuable?
Stewart’s confidence, improved play key Steelers’ success
Friday, Jan. 4, 2002
Week 17’s top matchup: Giants DE Michael
Strahan vs. Packers ORT Mark Tauscher
Strahan goes for the NFL single-season sack record against the Packers’ solid
second-year pro
Thursday, Jan. 3, 2002
Team on the rise
In 2002, Cardinals could be the team that shocks the NFL
Wednesday, Jan 2, 2002
Round One, sort of
Neither team will lie down, but don’t expect the Eagles or the Bucs to get crazy with
nothing on the line
Monday, Dec. 31, 2001
Monday Musings
Wild Sunday means final week of season will have major playoff ramifications
Saturday, Dec. 29, 2001
Dishing out awards
Patriots, Steelers take several honors
Top of page
Friday, Dec. 28, 2001
Week 16’s top matchup: Chiefs RB Priest
Holmes vs. Jaguars’ defense
Holmes continues pursuit of rushing title against surging Jacksonville run defense
Thursday, Dec. 27, 2001
All over the place
My mind wanders around the NFL
Wednesday, Dec. 26, 2001
Worries in Raider Nation
Oakland sits behind only Pittsburgh in the AFC race, but the Raiders have some issues to
take care of before the playoffs
Monday, Dec. 24, 2001
Monday Musings
Plenty to be learned in Week 15
Saturday, Dec. 22, 2001
What a day for football
A few last-minute predictions on today's games
Friday, Dec. 21, 2001
Week 15’s top matchup: 49ers QB Jeff
Garcia vs. Eagles’ defense
Banged-up Garcia faces tough task in aggressive Philly defense
Thursday, Dec. 20, 2001
Cris Carter’s future
Vikings receiver likely to leave Minnesota
Top of page
Wednesday, Dec. 19, 2001
Controlled conditions
Using indoor stadiums to your advantage
Tuesday, Dec. 18, 2001
A very bad scene
Bottle-throwing in Cleveland, New Orleans leaves ugly taste
Monday, Dec. 17, 2001
Monday Musings
Ugliness in Cleveland; Gramatica learns a hard lesson; Holmes impresses
Saturday, Dec. 15, 2001
You must choose
Randy Moss or Terry Glenn — whom would you rather have?
Friday, Dec. 14, 2001
Week 14’s top matchup: Saints QB Aaron
Brooks vs. Rams’ defense
‘Streaky’ Brooks looks to maintain recent dominance over archrival
Thursday, Dec. 13, 2001
Come back, Darrell
Green should return for his 20th NFL season
Wednesday, Dec. 12, 2001
Watch your back, Eddie
The Broncos have more to be concerned with this week than taking their frustrations out on
WR Eddie Kennison
Top of page
Tuesday, Dec. 11, 2001
Home cooking should help from here on out
Forget all that road-team success in recent weeks; home games will make a difference down
the stretch
Monday, Dec. 10, 2001
Monday Musings
Steelers kicker is on shaky ground; Bears need more offense
Saturday, Dec. 8, 2001
Steelers need a loaner
Broken-down 'Bus' leaves Pittsburgh to look for alternate transportation
Friday, Dec. 7, 2001
Week 13’s top matchup: Cardinals WR David
Boston vs. Redskins CB Champ Bailey
Bailey has had success against teams’ top wideouts, but Boston has been red hot of
late
Thursday, Dec. 6, 2001
Surprise, surprise
A look at which teams will turn it around in time for next season
Wednesday, Dec. 5, 2001
Gruden’s golden home
Notre Dame’s quest to find the perfect coach undoubtedly will bring the Irish to
northern California, if it hasn’t already
Top of page
Tuesday, Dec. 4, 2001
Time to step up
This is the weekend we find out if the Bears and 49ers are for real
Monday, Dec. 3, 2001
Monday Musings
QB injuries mar weekend action
Saturday, Dec. 1, 2001
Draft chock full of defense
Cleveland, Detroit and Carolina locked in
Friday, Nov. 30, 2001
Week 12’s top matchup: Patriots QB Tom
Brady vs. Jets’ defense
Brady faces stiff test against New York’s turnover-happy defense
Thursday, Nov. 29, 2001
Bye, bye
Browns made the right choice when they dismissed Mike Sellers
Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2001
Soaking it all up
A few things I noticed from the dome in St. Louis
Tuesday, Nov. 27, 2001
Reeling Ravens
Injuries continue to devastate the defending Super Bowl champs
Top of page
Monday, Nov. 26, 2001
Monday Musings
Raiders look strong in dominant victory over Giants
Friday, Nov. 23, 2001
Week 11’s top matchup: Vikings QB Daunte
Culpepper vs. Bears’ defense
Culpepper has their number, but these Bears are a different animal this season
Wednesday, Nov. 21, 2001
A look back at one man’s NFC predictions
I don’t look back at many of my preseason predictions with remorse, but a few of them
do make me wince
Tuesday, Nov. 20, 2001
All aboard
Annual coaching carousel could claim 10
Monday, Nov. 19, 2001
Monday Musings
Amazingly, the Bears’ lucky horseshoe hasn’t run out of magic
Saturday, Nov. 17, 2001
Read between the lines in AFC East
Perception is nothing here; the standings are what counts
Top of page
Friday, Nov. 16, 2001
Week 10’s top matchup: Jets RB Curtis
Martin vs. Dolphins’ defense
League’s leading rusher looks to maintain Gang Green’s dominance over Miami
Thursday, Nov. 15, 2001
Kennison the quitter
Broncos made the right call in cutting the indecisive receiver
Wednesday, Nov. 14, 2001
If only I had a crystal ball …
I don’t look back at many of my preseason predictions with remorse, but some of them
do make me wince
Tuesday, Nov. 13, 2001
AFC update
Titans, Colts and Broncos will all have a very tough time weathering the storm
Tuesday, Nov. 13, 2001
Much ado about nothing
Bears head coach Dick Jauron isn’t deserving of the praise he’s been receiving
Monday, Nov. 12, 2001
Monday Musings
Moss’ loss; Broncos buck Kennison; stone paws
Top of page
Saturday, Nov. 10, 2001
How early is 'too early'?
Sure it's only Week Nine, but why can't the Bears talk Super Bowl?
Friday, Nov. 9, 2001
Week Nine’s top matchup: Bears’
offensive line vs. Packers’ defensive line
Chicago’s No. 1 pass protection meets Green Bay’s No. 1 pass rush
Thursday, Nov. 8, 2001
He’s a heartbreaker
Redskins need to be wary of Tony Banks
Wednesday, Nov. 7, 2001
No problem here
Kyle Turley may have cost his team, but protecting your quarterback shouldn't result in a
fine
Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2001
Gannon fodder
Raiders are on a roll with Rich Gannon at the helm
Monday, Nov. 5, 2001
Monday Musings I
Bears’ magic carpet ride keeps flying
Top of page
Monday, Nov. 5, 2001
Monday Musings II
A wild and crazy Sunday
Saturday, Nov. 3, 2001
In need of a charge
Lack of 'alternator' kills car, could kill some NFL teams
Friday, Nov. 2, 2001
Week Eight’s top matchup: Steelers RB
Jerome Bettis vs. Ravens’ defense
‘The Bus’ is off to his best start in years, but he’ll face his stiffest
test of the season Sunday
Thursday, Nov. 1, 2001
The NFC Least
How the worst division in football will wind up
Wednesday, Oct. 31, 2001
‘I’m going to get him’
The always emotional Bryan Cox didn’t hold back with his statements, but will he with
his actions?
Tuesday, Oct. 30, 2001
So much for predictions
With no rhyme nor reason in the "No Figure League," making predictions is
starting to make no sense at all
Top of page
Monday, Oct. 29, 2001
Monday Musings
Unlikely comebacks the calling card for Week Seven
Saturday, Oct. 27, 2001
Who's for real?
Chicago and Pittsburgh get their first real tests this weekend
Friday, Oct. 26, 2001
Week Seven’s top matchup: 49ers WR
Terrell Owens vs. Bears CB R.W. McQuarters
Up-and-coming McQuarters seeks revenge on former team
Thursday, Oct. 25, 2001
Correcting a mistake
Strahan — not Sapp — will be the NFL’s Defensive MVP
Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2001
Football frenzy over baseball boredom
Recent ratings have proven that football reigns as America’s true pastime, and for
good reason
Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2001
Bad move rising
There’s no good reason Bears fans should have to schlep to Champaign for 'home' games
next season
Monday, Oct. 22, 2001
Monday Musings
Three cheers for Patriots’ Patten on his incredible day
Top of page
Saturday, Oct. 20, 2001
Brady won’t last
Patriots fans shouldn’t get too excited about new QB
Friday, Oct. 19, 2001
Week Six’s top matchups: Eagles QB
Donovan McNabb vs. Giants’ defense
McNabb looks to end his struggles vs. New York — as well his team’s
Thursday, Oct. 18, 2001
Realignment
What if the divisional changes had already taken place?
Wednesday, Oct. 17, 2001
District of Collapse
The ego of Daniel Snyder and the inept play of the Redskins could have Marty
Schottenheimer on the unemployment line at season’s end
Tuesday, Oct. 16, 2001
Brainless in Seattle?
Holmgren’s plans at quarterback, running back are baffling, to say the least
Monday, Oct. 15, 2001
Monday Musings
Photo finishes; streakin’ Strahan; tough-luck Rams
Top of page
Saturday, Oct. 13, 2001
NFL clearly close to normal again
Some random thoughts on a rainy day outside Chicago
Friday, Oct. 12, 2001
Week Five’s top matchup: Patriots head
coach Bill Belichick vs. Chargers QB Doug Flutie
Belichick has always schemed Flutie well, but the quarterback has had great success in
his home state
Thursday, Oct. 11, 2001
The tribe has spoken
What if NFL players competed on "Survivor"?
Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2001
The ever-important diversion
Football is serving as the ultimate oasis in an otherwise troubling month of tension
Tuesday, Oct. 9, 2001
Super thoughts
Rams, Ravens emerge as early Super Bowl front-runners
Monday, Oct. 8, 2001
Monday Musings
Zero-for-Monday; seeing Green; Browns are back
Saturday, Oct. 6, 2001
Who will come out unscathed?
Miller and Chandler may be injury-prone, but when they’re hot, they can lead their
teams to victory
Top of page
Friday, Oct. 5, 2001
Week Four’s top matchup: Packers QB Brett
Favre vs. Buccaneers DT Warren Sapp
Favre and Sapp always make for great theatre, and another chapter likely will be written
Sunday
Thursday, Oct. 4, 2001
Lopsided pointspreads
History says that the 19-point underdog Cowboys don’t have a chance this weekend
Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2001
Passing proficiency or passing problems?
Part II: Taking an early look at where each NFC team's QB situation stands and where it
may be headed
Tuesday, Oct. 2, 2001
Just a thought
Why not make the Pro Bowl part of the Super Bowl Week mix?
Monday, Oct. 1, 2001
Monday Musings
McNabb for MVP, three unbeaten, Philly follies and head shots
Saturday, Sept. 29, 2001
Not soon enough
What a game it would be if the Colts and Dolphins could play each other right now
Top of page
Friday, Sept. 28, 2001
Week Three’s top matchup: Vikings QB
Daunte Culpepper vs. Buccaneers’ defense
Culpepper tries to resurrect his old self against one of the NFL’s elite defenses
Thursday, Sept. 27, 2001
Think it over
Jeff George may not fit well anywhere — but he may fit the best in Dallas
Thursday, Sept. 27, 2001
The Vikings’ angry locker room
Players surly, uncooperative following loss to Bears that drops them to 0-2
Wednesday, Sept. 26, 2001
At a crossroads
Jeff George is facing an uncertain future, but he has no one to blame but himself
Wednesday, Sept. 26, 2001
America the beautiful
Fans in Kansas City and Foxboro show true examples of the American spirit
Wednesday, Sept. 26, 2001
Passing proficiency or passing problems?
Part I: An early look at where each AFC team’s QB situation stands and where it may
be headed
Top of page
Tuesday, Sept. 25, 2001
.500 forecast
A special look at the league’s 1-1 teams
Monday, Sept. 24, 2001
Monday Musings
On Detmer, DBs getting blocked, Culpepper’s slide and the hit of the day
Saturday, Sept. 22, 2001
Taking the first difficult step
Football returns to make us feel somewhat normal again
Friday, Sept. 21, 2001
Week Two’s top matchup: Dolphins MLB Zach
Thomas vs. Raiders' running game
Miami seeks redemption for last season’s playoff trouncing
Thursday, Sept. 20, 2001
Talking trades
A couple of wide receivers could be dealt before long
Wednesday, Sept. 19, 2001
Seeing it from a different perspective
Last week’s terrorist attacks affected the lives of many, but it truly hit home for
members of the home teams
Top of page
Tuesday, Sept. 18, 2001
Feeling for Minnesota
Whether they turn their season around or not, the Vikings deserve our special attention
Saturday, Sept. 15, 2001
The next big decision
It looks as though the NFL will wipe out two wild-card teams per conference
Friday, Sept. 14, 2001
Rejoining something routine
Americans will show patriotism when games resume
Thursday, Sept. 13, 2001
Kudos to the NFL
Scratching this weekend’s games was the only way to go
Wednesday, Sept. 12, 2001
Should the games go on?
The NFL’s decision tomorrow could loom large in the period of recovery
Tuesday, Sept. 11, 2001
Will the games go on?
It’s too early to really know, but the prospect that this weekend’s games will
be canceled seems quite likely
Top of page
Monday, Sept. 10, 2001
Monday Musings
On Vinny’s tackling skills, Aaron Brooks, the new season’s numbers and arguing
with the new officials
Saturday, Sept. 8, 2001
New England shouldn't back down
Why are the Patriots wavering on their suspension of Terry Glenn?
Friday, Sept. 7, 2001
Week One’s top matchup: Giants’ DL
vs. Broncos’ OL
Denver provides the first — and perhaps best — test for New York’s
upgraded D-line
Thursday, Sept. 6, 2001
Secrets and spy tactics
What NFL teams do to get an advantage on game day
Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2001
A special problem
49ers’ questionable special teams could kick them right out of playoff contention
Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2001
Preseason reflections
With less than a week to go until the 2001 opener, it’s time to take a look back at
the last six weeks of meaningless games
Top of page
Saturday, Sept. 1, 2001
Steelers forging a surprise
Pittsburgh shaping up to be the Baltimore of 2000, Titans of 1999
Friday, Aug. 31, 2001
Cruel world
Bears GM Angelo writing his head coach’s eulogy
Thursday, Aug. 30, 2001
A TV show for the ages?
The word is out: "Hard Knocks" is hard to ignore
Wednesday, Aug. 29, 2001
Scare tactics
This weekend’s games will scare officials, league back to the bargaining table
Tuesday, Aug. 28, 2001
Shake-up at PFW
Associate editor Trent Modglin a no-show at PFW meetings Tuesday
Monday, Aug. 27, 2001
Paying the Bills
Personnel losses, injuries will take toll on Buffalo this season
Saturday, Aug. 25, 2001
Looking Colorado, but feeling Minnesota
I'm having a hard time not picking the Vikings to at least make the Super Bowl
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Friday, Aug. 24, 2001
Change in mentality, not rules
Altering football mindset will be no easy task
Thursday, Aug. 23, 2001
The luckiest man in the world
McNown gets a second chance, just when he needed it most
Wednesday, Aug. 22, 2001
House of horrors indeed
Forced to play at the Vet, Eagles’ playoff hopes could hang in the balance
Tuesday, Aug. 21, 2001
Reasoning with the referees
A lack of progress in the NFL’s negotiations with league officials lingers,
unnecessarily, late into the preseason
Monday, Aug. 20, 2001
Texans dreaming of expansion
Cap casualties could make Houston competitive
Saturday, Aug. 18, 2001
Teams not living by scouts' motto
Ravens latest example of a team not prepared to handle injuries: Who's next?
Friday, Aug. 17, 2001
Come together
Vikings turning negative into positive with fast preseason start
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Thursday, Aug. 16, 2001
Preseason power!
They may not count in the standings — but the games sure are fun to watch
Wednesday, Aug. 15, 2001
A bold move worth making
Cowboys have nothing to lose with decision to start Carter and cut Banks
Tuesday, Aug. 14, 2001
The Tuesday chronicles
Letting loose on a variety of topics, including Ryan Leaf and protecting your players
from bad turf
Monday, Aug. 13, 2001
What’s the catch?
Eagles may not have done McNabb any favors with receiving corps
Saturday, Aug. 11, 2001
The way sports should be
Ravens cruised so easily through the playoffs last year, let’s give them roadblocks
Friday, Aug. 10, 2001
Bears’ QB decision sensible, but not
final
Matthews ‘penciled in’ to start, but the door is still open for Miller and
McNown
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Thursday, Aug. 9, 2001
Behind the scenes in training camp
HBO, Ravens give fans an excellent look into NFL life
Wednesday, Aug. 8, 2001
Pretenders to the throne
The XFL, like other rival leagues, was more hype than hike
Tuesday, Aug. 7, 2001
Learning from tragedy
Training-camp schedules aren’t likely to change, but athletes’ attitudes in
sweltering heat should
Monday, Aug. 6, 2001
Missed opportunity
Another Steelers receiver fully deserves a place in the Hall of Fame
Friday, Aug. 3, 2001
The Athlete’s Edge
So you want to play in the NFL? Here’s what you should know
Wednesday, Aug. 1, 2001
On the rise
Browns’ offseason moves have team heading in right direction
Monday, July 30, 2001
A six pack for the preseason
A look at one player from each division who holds the potential for being a major factor
in 2000
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Friday, July 27, 2001
He’s worth it
Despite his transgressions, Vikings WR Randy Moss is worth every penny of his new $75
million contract
Wednesday, July 25, 2001
10-6?
Cowboys may want to lower their expectations
Monday, July 23, 2001
Bad news Bears?
Are early injuries a signal of shaky times ahead?
Friday, July 20, 2001
What's up with the AFC?
A look at the key questions facing AFC teams heading into training camp
Wednesday, July 18, 2001
Just asking
A look at the key questions facing NFC teams heading into training camp
Monday, July 16, 2001
Why not the Falcons?
With head coach Dan Reeves displaying a sense of urgency, Atlanta could be full of
surprises this season
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Friday, July 13, 2001
Marching behind the Saints
Which ‘nobody’ has enough talent to mount a surprise?
Wednesday, July 11, 2001
The Big Uneasy
Saints’ future in New Orleans remains rather tenuous
Monday, July 9, 2001
How many licks will it take?
Predictions as to when several young quarterbacks will get their first start
Friday, July 6, 2001
Hitting the links — for now: Look for
Dilfer and Del Greco soon — on an NFL team near you
Wednesday, July 4, 2001
Q&A with PFW’s Ron Pollack:
Discussing Randy Moss, the best QB, Terrell Davis, Tony Banks and more
Tuesday, July 3, 2001
Least affordable injuries
A key injury could spell doom for four NFL teams
Monday, July 2, 2001
Thin and getting thinner: Injuries are
already causing some shuffling along the Jaguars’ offensive line
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Friday, June 29, 2001
Regis’ shtick revisited
With pro football’s dog days upon us, why not have a little mindless fun with the
‘Millionaire’ motif?
Wednesday, June 27, 2001
Don't underestimate baby steps
Steelers, Colts need one tweak each to get over proverbial hump
Monday, June 25, 2001
The odds are …
Posting the early numbers for the upcoming NFL season is no easy task for Vegas
oddsmakers
Friday, June 22, 2001
Couch ready for more furniture
Young quarterback is only weapon in Browns’ arsenal
Wednesday, June 20, 2001
Protection
Patriots have it when it comes to Terry Glenn
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Monday, June 18, 2001
What’s in a name?
Friday, June 15, 2001
Learning the offseason basics
Sorting out the offseason issues in a simple format
Thursday, June 14, 2001
Banking on Ravens could be risky business
Super Bowl champs are definitely loaded, but …
Wednesday, June 13, 2001
Attention, shoppers
Teams in need of veteran help still have place to turn
Monday, June 11, 2001
Filling a major need?
Antowain Smith’s arrival in New England could have a big impact
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