John Clayton

John Clayton

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John Clayton joined ESPN in August 1995 as an NFL analyst and commentator and is seen, heard and read across nearly all of the company's outlets. He also regularly contributes to ESPN.com, ESPN Radio and ESPN The Magazine.

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Week 12: Injury updates

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John Clayton gives injury updates heading into Week 12.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | November 23, 2007

NFL votes to rein in TD celebrations

John Clayton, ESPN.com

The NFL owners meetings concluded in Orlando on Wednesday afternoon with owners giving big thumbs up to 15 playing rules proposals by the competition committee. Player safety and player conduct headlined the long list of recommendations.

Story | Conversation | March 29, 2006

Undermanned Titans remain focused, confident

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The 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, 2008

If Steelers' D passes Titanic test, it approaches greatness

John Clayton, ESPN.com

This 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, 2008

NFC East should dominate Pro Bowl voting

John Clayton, ESPN.com

They 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, 2008

NFL Power Rankings: 2008 Week 16 Edition

There's a new king of the mountain this week. But how easy will that crown rest, given upcoming matchups?

Story | Conversation | December 16, 2008

Answering questions about instant replay

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Santonio Holmes' controversial touchdown catch in the Steelers' win over the Ravens on Sunday sparked another debate about replay. John Clayton provides questions -- and answers -- about the hot topic.

Story | Conversation | December 15, 2008

Week 15 inactives

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Week 15 inactive players for Sunday's games.

Story | Conversation | December 14, 2008

Week 15: Tomlin, Steelers come up aces; Bucs' D gashed again

ESPN.com

...9 victory and the division title. ZOOM GALLERY Week 15 analysis: Coaches roll the dice By John Clayton, ESPN.com Sunday was a day for some high-stakes poker in the NFL. One coach...

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49ers RB Gore won't play Sunday in Miami

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San Francisco 49ers running back Frank Gore has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the host Miami Dolphins.

Story | Conversation | December 14, 2008

When Steelers push, Ravens don't hesitate to shove back

John Clayton, ESPN.com

When the Ravens come knocking on the Steelers' door, Pittsburgh stands at attention, John Clayton writes.

Story | Conversation | December 11, 2008

Giants thriving despite sack drop-off

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The leaguewide drop-off in sacks shouldn't be surprising, John Clayton writes in this edition of his mailbag.

Story | Conversation | December 10, 2008

Lions terminate cornerback Kelly's deal

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The Lions terminated the three-year, $8.5 million contract of Brian Kelly on Tuesday.

Story | Conversation | December 09, 2008

NFL Power Rankings: 2008 Week 15 Edition

The Tennessee Titans and New York Giants flip-flopped the top two perches -- but just barely -- in the latest installment of ESPN.com's NFL Power Rankings.

Story | Conversation | December 09, 2008

Week 14 inactives

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Week 14 inactive players for Sunday's games.

Story | Conversation | December 07, 2008