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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Tip Sheet notes: Quiet trading floor

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Steven Jackson, Terrell Owens, Larry Johnson -- there are stars aplenty on the trade rumor mill. Don't be shocked if they remain with their teams come deadline Tuesday, writes Len Pasquarelli.

ESPN Insider Story | Conversation | October 16, 2009

Gems sometimes among undrafted

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

The success of a few franchises -- the Colts, Steelers and Ravens in particular -- in finding gems among undrafted free agents has prompted other teams to refine their talent searches, writes Len Pasquarelli.

Story | Conversation | May 15, 2009

Goff likely to start for Chiefs

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

The Kansas City Chiefs added valuable depth and perhaps a starter to their interior offensive line on Wednesday, reaching a contract agreement with unrestricted free agent guard Mike Goff, who played the past five years with the San Diego Chargers.

Story | Conversation | March 25, 2009

Source: Pats float incentives for Springs

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

It didn't take long for free agent cornerback Shawn Springs to find a new home, or for the New England Patriots to strengthen their secondary with a veteran cover man.

Story | Conversation | March 05, 2009

Taylor joining Patriots as free agent

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

The Patriots addressed their need for depth at running back on Thursday evening, reaching an agreement with 11-year veteran and free agent Fred Taylor.

Story | Conversation | February 27, 2009

Bruce signs two-year, $6 million deal with 49ers

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

In a move that reunites him with former head coach Mike Martz, free agent wide receiver Isaac Bruce, released by St. Louis this week after 14 seasons with the Rams, has signed a two-year contract with the San Francisco 49ers.

Story | Conversation | February 29, 2008

Jaguars look to Porter to fill longtime void at WR

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

The Jaguars reached a contract agreement Friday with Jerry Porter.

Story | Conversation | February 29, 2008

Thomas appears headed home to Texas, deal with Dallas

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Zach Thomas has reached a contract agreement in principle with the Dallas Cowboys, team and league sources told ESPN.com on Saturday morning.

Story | Conversation | February 23, 2008

Key playoff questions for the NFC

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Len Pasquarelli analyzes the six NFC playoff teams and answers several key questions, including: Does anybody have a chance against the Pats?

Story | Conversation | December 30, 2007

Holmes announces retirement from NFL

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Chiefs running back Priest Holmes retired Wednesday.

Story | Conversation | November 21, 2007

After 'dinging' his previously injured neck, Holmes might be done

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Chiefs running back Priest Holmes is having his neck evaluated after hurting it again.

Story | Conversation | November 20, 2007

Broncos sign free agent defensive lineman Simeon Rice

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Free agent Simeon Rice reached agreement with the Broncos on Monday.

Story | Conversation | September 03, 2007

Jets reach agreement with first-round draft pick Revis

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

A marathon Tuesday night session that included intense negotiations, and a little noshing, finally concluded in a Wednesday evening agreement between the New York Jets and first-round draft choice Darrelle Revis.

Story | Conversation | August 15, 2007

Knight bolsters Jaguars' young defensive backfield

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

Sammy Knight, a 10-year veteran and one-time Pro Bowl safety who ranks third in interceptions among active players, has signed with the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Story | Conversation | August 13, 2007

Freeney's deal cap friendly for 2007, 2008

Len Pasquarelli, ESPN.com

The landmark six-year, $72 million contract to which the Indianapolis Colts signed star pass rusher Dwight Freeney last week, the largest contract ever awarded a defensive player in the NFL, is relatively salary cap-friendly for a deal of such magnitude.

Story | Conversation | July 21, 2007