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John Clayton, ESPN.comThe 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, 2009Another NY challenge for Saints
John Clayton, ESPN.comThe 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, 2009First & 10: Advanced studies for Ryan
John Clayton, ESPN.comAlthough 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, 2009Childress Index favors Favre
John Clayton, ESPN.comThe Brad Childress Index points to another reason that Brett Favre makes complete sense for the Vikings, John Clayton writes.
Story | Conversation | September 03, 2009QBs help NFC close the gap on AFC
John Clayton, ESPN.comThe addition of quarterbacks Brett Favre and Jay Cutler has helped the NFC close the competitive gap with the AFC.
Story | Conversation | September 04, 2009Palpable buzz surrounds '09 Vikings
John Clayton, ESPN.comA 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, 2009Long odds might have sacked Favre
John Clayton, ESPN.comThe 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, 2009Favre makes sense for Minnesota
John Clayton, ESPN.comIf 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, 2009Surging Colts can't breathe easy as dangerous Chargers await
John Clayton, ESPN.comRecent Colts-Chargers matchups have produced good theater. Saturday's wild-card showdown should be no exception, writes John Clayton.
Story | Conversation | December 31, 2008NFC East should dominate Pro Bowl voting
John Clayton, ESPN.comThey have been dominant on the field this season, and with the Pro Bowl announcement coming, the NFC East should have a large representation heading to Hawaii, writes John Clayton.
Story | Conversation | December 16, 2008Pressure on Panthers in crucial NFC South rematch with Bucs
John Clayton, ESPN.comThe Panthers are in an almost-must-win situation in a MNF rematch with the Bucs. The Bucs won the first meeting, and the Panthers have no margin of error with a tough closing schedule, John Clayton writes.
Story | Conversation | December 04, 2008Hot Cassel faces challenge in stout Steelers defense
John Clayton, ESPN.comThe key to the Steelers-Patriots clash Sunday is the play of New England QB Matt Cassel against the No. 1 defense in football, John Clayton writes. Plus, he previews Cowboys-Redskins and other standout games.
Story | Conversation | November 26, 2008Campbell under pressure to resuscitate Redskins' offense
John Clayton, ESPN.comAfter a fast start, the Redskins' offense has slumped of late. The pressure's on QB Jason Campbell to turn things around, starting Sunday against the rival Cowboys, writes John Clayton.
Story | Conversation | November 13, 2008Cowboys are drama kings; Giants are kings of NFC -- for now
John Clayton, ESPN.comA year ago, the Cowboys descended upon Giants Stadium as the NFC's top dogs. Now the roles are reversed, as the Giants have the swagger -- and the clear upper hand on Sunday, writes John Clayton.
Story | Conversation | October 30, 2008It's still early, but Eagles can't afford to stumble against Skins
John Clayton, ESPN.comIs it too early for a must-win game? Not if you're Andy Reid and the Eagles, who need to beat the surging Redskins on Sunday to keep pace in the highly competitive NFC East, writes John Clayton.
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