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Plenty of teams made big splashes early in free agency, but keep an eye on those who waited for smart bargains, writes John Clayton.

John Clayton presents some first impressions from rookie minicamps and answers reader questions.

An innovative scheduling software is helping teams avoid three-game road trips and other dreaded quirks, writes John Clayton.

The running back helmet rule met resistance, but other rules were approved at the owners meetings, writes John Clayton.

Manti Te'o's slow 40 time will hurt his draft stock more than the fake girlfriend episode, writes John Clayton.

Will the NFL push back the dates on the offseason? Not if the players' union has anything to say about it, writes John Clayton.

The NFL might be able do more when it comes to helping players recover from injury. Plus, answers to reader questions.

The Rooney Rule is nice in theory, but the NFL's diversity efforts must evolve. Plus, reader questions.

The pistol and read option have staying power, but defenses will eventually adjust. Plus, reader questions.

Peyton Manning headlines John Clayton's 2012 All-Pro team, which includes clear choices at the skill positions and tough calls elsewhere.

There's still plenty of intrigue regarding the NFC playoff race, writes John Clayton.

The 2012 season has been marked by close games, but that wasn't the case Sunday, writes John Clayton.

Having experienced the unique pressures of the NFL, why would Nick Saban vacate his Alabama throne for Cleveland?

The Ravens firing offensive coordinator Cam Cameron shows one thing: good assistant coaches are tough to find, writes John Clayton.

The AFC playoff races are on the verge of wrapping up early, John Clayton writes.

Recent wild finishes reinforce the necessity of having a quarterback who can thrive in the fourth quarter, John Clayton writes.