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Elite QBs more vital than ever

John Clayton, ESPN.com

A team needs an elite quarterback to contend. That's more apparent in 2009 than ever before, writes John Clayton in his latest mailbag.

Story | Conversation | December 02, 2009

Circle these second-half matchups

John Clayton, ESPN.com

The headline games in the second half of the NFL season are relatively easy to spot, John Clayton writes in his latest mailbag.

Story | Conversation | November 11, 2009

Another NY challenge for Saints

John Clayton, ESPN.com

The Saints will try to complete a sweep of the New York teams, but the stakes are higher and the task tougher against the 5-0 Giants, writes John Clayton in his weekly First and 10 column.

Story | Conversation | October 15, 2009

First & 10: Advanced studies for Ryan

John Clayton, ESPN.com

Although conventional logic says the Falcons will struggle in Foxborough, Matt Ryan & Co. have momentum and are catching the Patriots at an ideal time, writes John Clayton.

Story | Conversation | September 24, 2009

Stage is set for Giants-Cowboys

John Clayton, ESPN.com

NFC East games belong on the big stage, which is exactly what the Giants and Cowboys will have when they open Cowboys Stadium on Sunday night, writes John Clayton.

Story | Conversation | September 17, 2009

Childress Index favors Favre

John Clayton, ESPN.com

The Brad Childress Index points to another reason that Brett Favre makes complete sense for the Vikings, John Clayton writes.

Story | Conversation | September 03, 2009

QBs help NFC close the gap on AFC

John Clayton, ESPN.com

The addition of quarterbacks Brett Favre and Jay Cutler has helped the NFC close the competitive gap with the AFC.

Story | Conversation | September 04, 2009

QBs put Packers, Bears in the running

John Clayton, ESPN.com

John Calyton has logged more than 2,000 miles on his training camp tour. So far, his trip through the NFC North has been the highlight.

Story | Conversation | August 10, 2009

Palpable buzz surrounds '09 Vikings

John Clayton, ESPN.com

A playoff berth in 2008. A loaded roster -- even without Brett Favre. There's a lot of excitement in Minnesota, where expectations are high, writes John Clayton.

Story | Conversation | August 07, 2009

Long odds might have sacked Favre

John Clayton, ESPN.com

The long odds against a 39-year-old quarterback succeeding might have factored into Brett Favre's decision to remain retired and snub the Vikings, John Clayton writes.

Story | Conversation | July 28, 2009

Favre makes sense for Minnesota

John Clayton, ESPN.com

If Brett Favre ends up signing with the Vikings, Minnesota would go from a probable nine- or 10-win team to an 11- or 12-win team, John Clayton writes.

Story | Conversation | May 05, 2009

Ocho Cinco, Boldin likely staying put

John Clayton, ESPN.com

In his weekly mailbag, John Clayton tackles questions on potential WR trades, the Lions' draft plans, the Packers' defense and more.

Story | Conversation | April 13, 2009

Trade targets give Giants options

John Clayton, ESPN.com

In his weekly mailbag, John Clayton tackles questions on the Giants' WR situation, the Falcons' needs, Shawne Merriman and more.

Story | Conversation | April 06, 2009

Clayton: Ware dominated on defense

John Clayton, ESPN.com

John Clayton reveals his selections for ESPN.com's All-Pro team and his picks for individual awards.

Story | Conversation | January 14, 2009

Surging Colts can't breathe easy as dangerous Chargers await

John Clayton, ESPN.com

Recent Colts-Chargers matchups have produced good theater. Saturday's wild-card showdown should be no exception, writes John Clayton.

Story | Conversation | December 31, 2008