The next chapter in the Peyton Manning saga could take a decidedly defensive turn.
The Atlanta Falcons hired former San Francisco coach Mike Nolan as their defensive coordinator on Wednesday, hoping he can toughen up a unit that has rarely ranked among the NFL elite.
Colt McCoy counts on ice to soothe his aches and pains, the hurt produced by some snarling 280-pound defensive end throwing him to the ground.
The current members of the Baltimore Ravens defense speak in reverent tones about the play of the 2000 unit, which set a record for fewest points allowed en route to winning the Super Bowl.

As the new caretaker of the Baltimore Ravens' defense, Chuck Pagano doesn't intend to implement many changes.

Mike Singletary's days with the San Francisco 49ers appear numbered.

It's a date.
Hey, Rex, pass the game plan.
Jason Hill figured he would move across the country, get a fresh start and have plenty of time to get acclimated to his new team, new offense, new coaches and new teammates.