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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Tough test for emotional Bengals

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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?

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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

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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

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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

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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

Colts work out Losman

John Clayton, ESPN

The Indianapolis Colts worked out former Bills quarterback J.P. Losman Friday.

Story | Conversation | December 04, 2009

It's crunch time for Giants

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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

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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

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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

Source: Cowher not interested in Bills

John Clayton, ESPN.com

The Buffalo Bills have reached out to former Pittsburgh Steelers coach Bill Cowher, but he has informed them that he's not interested in interviewing for the job at this time, a source said Monday.

Story | Conversation | November 23, 2009

Vikings extend Childress deal

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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

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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

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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

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

Story | Conversation | November 17, 2009

Bills fire head coach Jauron

John Clayton, ESPN.com

The Bills have fired head coach Dick Jauron after a 3-6 start in which the offense has been one of the worst in the NFL, according to multiple sources.

Story | Conversation | November 17, 2009