1.   But defense is one thing and special teams another.

2.   Perhaps what perplexed Parcells the most was the ineffectiveness of his special teams, which were unraveled by Super Bowl MVP Desmond Howard.

3.   Sanders was also in the offensive game plan Monday night against the Eagles, but he was limited to only defense and special teams because of a hamstring injury.

4.   Both will likely cut back their special teams roles in anticipation of more offensive snaps.

5.   When Cowher was a special teams coach in Cleveland, he could be seen racing down the sideline on kick-offs, in step with his kicker.