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Tough test for emotional Bengals

John Clayton, ESPN.com

As they deal with the death of teammate Chris Henry, the Bengals have to somehow focus on football and get ready to face a talented Chargers team on the road, writes John Clayton.

Story | Conversation | December 17, 2009

'The Big Show' coming to Cleveland?

John Clayton, ESPN.com

Mike Holmgren would like a return trip to Seattle, but "The Big Show" is a better bet to resurface in Cleveland, writes John Clayton in his latest mailbag.

Story | Conversation | December 16, 2009

Raiders, Losman agree to contract

John Clayton, ESPN.com

Former Bills quarterback and first-round draft pick J.P. Losman used the United Football League to showcase his talents and try to get back into the NFL. His mission was rewarded Tuesday when he agreed to a contract with the Raiders.

Story | Conversation | December 15, 2009

Timing's right for Reid, Eagles

John Clayton, ESPN.com

The timing is right for Andy Reid and the Eagles to make their move in the NFC East, writes John Clayton.

Story | Conversation | December 10, 2009

Wild-card races not so wild

John Clayton, ESPN.com

This year's wild-card races aren't so wild. The only drama, at least right now, revolves around the No. 6 seed in the AFC, writes John Clayton in his latest mailbag.

Story | Conversation | December 09, 2009

It's crunch time for Giants

John Clayton, ESPN.com

Two straight home games, starting Sunday against Dallas, will make or break the Giants' season, writes John Clayton.

Story | Conversation | December 03, 2009

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

Patriots under pressure to maintain

John Clayton, ESPN.com

The Saints have the burden of protecting a perfect record, but the Patriots will be feeling the most pressure on Monday night, writes John Clayton.

Story | Conversation | November 25, 2009

Vikings extend Childress deal

John Clayton, ESPN.com

The Vikings sign Brad Childress to a contract extension that will keep him with the team through the 2013 season, a source told ESPN.com Thursday.

Story | Conversation | November 19, 2009

A lot working against Broncos

John Clayton, ESPN.com

The Chargers enter Sunday's showdown for AFC West supremacy with more momentum and fewer problems than the reeling Broncos, writes John Clayton.

Story | Conversation | November 19, 2009

Several coaches feeling the heat

John Clayton, ESPN.com

Dick Jauron was the first coach to fall, but more firings could be around the corner. Who's on the hottest seat? John Clayton surveys the landscape in his latest mailbag.

Story | Conversation | November 18, 2009

McAlister signs with Saints

John Clayton, ESPN.com

Down two cornerbacks because of injuries, the New Orleans Saints reached an agreement Tuesday with veteran Chris McAlister.

Story | Conversation | November 17, 2009

Pats-Colts rivalry has layers of intrigue

John Clayton, ESPN.com

Patriots-Colts is guaranteed excitement. The aftermath of Sunday's showdown also promises to be compelling, writes John Clayton.

Story | Conversation | November 12, 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

Steelers' no-huddle looms large

John Clayton, ESPN.com

Baltimore beat the Broncos by using a smart defensive strategy and a healthy dose of the no-huddle offense. Look for Pittsburgh to use a similar strategy in Denver on Monday night, writes John Clayton.

Story | Conversation | November 05, 2009