Injuries may force league to shorten preseason
John Clayton, ESPN.comIn his latest mailbag, John Clayton tackles questions on Rod Coleman, Alex Smith's future in San Francisco and much more.
Story | Conversation | August 20, 2008Running back Bell signs one-year deal with Lions, will compete for starting job
John Clayton, ESPN.comAfter losing a bidding war for halfback Julius Jones, the Detroit Lions went back to their own roster and re-signed Tatum Bell.
Story | Conversation | March 10, 2008Packers have a lot working against them
John Clayton, ESPN.comWhen the Packers battle Dallas for NFC supremacy, they will do it with an injury-riddled and inexperienced squad, writes John Clayton.
Story | Conversation | November 28, 2007Top story lines to watch
John Clayton, ESPN.comMiami has a legitimate shot to win the AFC East, writes John Clayton. And don't count out Philly in the loaded NFC East.
Story | Conversation | August 29, 2006Falcons will give Panthers a game
John Clayton, ESPN.comThe Panthers have one obstacle left on their route to the playoffs: a bitter Falcons team that would love to ruin their season.
Story | Conversation | December 29, 2005Colts host Steelers in Week 12's top matchup
John Clayton, ESPN.comCan anyone stop Peyton Manning and the Colts? The Steelers will try Monday night in Week 12's best game.
Story | Conversation | November 23, 2005Bengals host Colts in Week 11's top matchup
John Clayton, ESPN.comThe Bengals will get a chance to test their development against the Colts in one of the best games of the season.
Story | Conversation | November 17, 2005Another division loss would really hurt Eagles
John Clayton, ESPN.comAlready 0-2 in the division, the Eagles can ill afford to lose to the Cowboys. Their MNF game is John Clayton's top matchup of Week 10.
Story | Conversation | November 10, 2005Bengals can take control of AFC North with win
John Clayton, ESPN.comJohn Clayton previews Week 7, with a huge AFC North matchup between the Bengals and Steelers leading the way.
Story | Conversation | October 20, 2005Cowboys, Giants trying to keep momentum
John Clayton, ESPN.comJohn Clayton previews Week 6, with a big matchup between the Giants and Cowboys leading the way.
Story | Conversation | October 12, 2005Patriots face obstacles in chase for fourth title
John Clayton, ESPN.comCan the Patriots repeat? Will T.O. be a distraction? Those are just a few of the questions John Clayton is asking as the 2005 season draws closer.
Story | Conversation | September 05, 2005Dillon, Staley have transformed offenses
John Clayton, ESPN.comRBs have made a big impact in the passing game by allowing their QBs to be more effective with play-action.
Story | Conversation | November 26, 2004Teams can't stray away from running
John Clayton, ESPN.comExpect the Packers to run often, while the ground attack could be an issue for Indy without Edgerrin James.
Story | Conversation | September 22, 2004Here's the catch for Chiefs, Broncos
John Clayton, ESPN.comSunday night's Chiefs-Broncos showdown is among the weekend's most impressive matchups.
Story | Conversation | September 07, 2004Offensive upgrades have Lions optimistic
John Clayton, ESPN.comThe Lions' upgrade in team speed has coach Steve Mariucci hoping to go from worst to first in offense.
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