Ravens, 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, 2008Seahawks reflect, set sights on bigger goals
John Clayton, ESPN.comThe Seahawks have talent, but it's their strong core of veteran leaders that sets them apart from other NFC contenders, writes John Clayton.
Story | Conversation | December 09, 2007Playoff 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, 2007Alexander helps Hasselbeck in first game back
John Clayton, ESPN.comWith its two stars -- Shaun Alexander and Matt Hasselbeck -- back, Seattle's ready for the stretch run, writes John Clayton.
Story | Conversation | November 27, 2006Marshall's plan helps Seattle snap out of slide
John Clayton, ESPN.comThe Seahawks needed a lift and defensive coordinator John Marshall provided it with a blitz package that knocked the Raiders cold.
Story | Conversation | November 06, 2006Minnesota's $65 million gamble paying off
John Clayton, ESPN.comSteve Hutchinson, Chester Taylor and Tony Richardson -- Minnesota's three big free-agent signings -- paid off big in the Vikings' win over Seattle.
Story | Conversation | October 22, 2006Holmgren's scheme will be challenged by 3-4 look
John Clayton, ESPN.comWhile many of his former assistants run variations of the West Coast offense, Mike Holmgren uses a form most similar to Bill Walsh's.
Story | Conversation | January 29, 2006With Alexander out, Hasselbeck leads the way
John Clayton, ESPN.comWith Shaun Alexander sidelined, Matt Hasselbeck lifted Seattle to its first playoff win in 21 years.
Story | Conversation | January 14, 2006Breakout game shows Jackson's back
John Clayton, ESPN.comAfter missing most of the season with a knee injury, Darrell Jackson gave the Seahawks a big lift, writes John Clayton.
Story | Conversation | January 14, 2006Seahawks make big, timely plays at end
John Clayton, ESPN.comThe Seahawks did the improbable on Sunday -- won the type of wild, close game they have typically lost in the past.
Story | Conversation | October 23, 2005Moss 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, 2005Bills dominate listless Seahawks
John Clayton, ESPN.comThe Seahawks' playoff hopes are still in good shape, but that's only because they play in the NFC West, football's worst division.
Story | Conversation | November 28, 2004EDITOR'S PICKS
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