Garrett shows he's smarter than the system
John Clayton, ESPN.comJason Garrett has the credentials to become a fine head coach, but he probably made the right decision to stay in Dallas for more seasoning, writes John Clayton.
Story | Conversation | January 18, 2008Ravens, Patriots bracing for shootout?
John Clayton, ESPN.comNew England-Baltimore figures to be a low-scoring defensive struggle, right? Not exactly. Both teams have been emphasizing offense so far this season, writes John Clayton.
Story | Conversation | October 01, 2009Undermanned Titans remain focused, confident
John Clayton, ESPN.comThe Titans will be without their two best defensive players against Pittsburgh, but they're going to concede the AFC's No. 1 seed without a fight, writes John Clayton.
Story | Conversation | December 18, 2008If Steelers' D passes Titanic test, it approaches greatness
John Clayton, ESPN.comThis season's Steelers defense conjures memories of the Steel Curtain of the '70s. Where does it rank historically? John Clayton considers that, plus your questions.
Story | Conversation | December 17, 2008Even without Brady, Pats-Colts ranks as the best modern rivalry
John Clayton, ESPN.comThree of the five best rivalries in the NFL today renew this weekend, John Clayton writes.
Story | Conversation | September 11, 2008This deal is a downer for Favre
John Clayton, ESPN.comThe deal sending Brett Favre to the Jets isn't a good one for the legendary quarterback, John Clayton writes.
Story | Conversation | August 06, 2008Playoff picture taking shape early
John Clayton, ESPN.comThree-fourths of the playoffs are pretty well set, and the rest is easy to figure out, John Clayton writes.
Story | Conversation | December 05, 2007Moss helps Raiders into prime time
John Clayton, ESPN.comThe Patriots and Raiders, foes in Week 1, are among seven teams with four prime-time contests in '05.
Story | Conversation | April 13, 2005Roethlisberger struggles in first playoff game
John Clayton, ESPN.comBen Roethlisberger struggled in his first playoff game, but the Steelers still managed to walk away with a win.
Story | Conversation | January 15, 2005Jets caught off guard with HB option
John Clayton, ESPN.comThe Steelers' dependence on the run set up a trick pass play, the turning point in their win over the Jets.
Story | Conversation | December 12, 2004Late interception costly for Jets
John Clayton, ESPN.comChad Pennington looked good in his return until a fourth-quarter interception sent the Jets to their fifth loss.
Story | Conversation | October 26, 2003Raiders pull away by relying on passing attack
John Clayton, ESPN.comAfter relying more on their rushing attack in the opening half, the Raiders took control by utilizing the passing game after intermission.
Story | Conversation | December 16, 2002