49ers sign veteran linebacker Spikes; Moore cut
John Clayton, ESPN.comLinebacker Takeo Spikes, one of the best defensive players awaiting a job with a new team, signed with the 49ers, the team announced Sunday night.
Story | Conversation | August 10, 2008Vikings firmly in Jackson's corner
John Clayton, ESPN.comIn his latest mailbag, John Clayton tackles questions on Tarvaris Jackson's mindset, the 49ers' chances, the Steelers' O-line and much more.
Story | Conversation | August 06, 2008Cowboys need greater depth, insurance at WR
John Clayton, ESPN.comIn his latest mailbag, John Clayton tackles questions on the Cowboys' WR situation, Jared Allen, Julius Peppers, the Chargers' health and more.
Story | Conversation | July 23, 2008Seat heating up for five coaches in '08
John Clayton, ESPN.comWith owners having quick trigger fingers when firing coaches, several jobs may be in jeopardy at season's end, writes John Clayton.
Story | Conversation | April 07, 2008Top 10 free-agent gambles: Jets take plenty of fliers
John Clayton, ESPN.comWading into the free-agent pool is always a gamble. But which transactions made thus far have been the biggest risks? John Clayton provides a top-10 list.
Story | Conversation | March 12, 2008Landon Johnson leaving Bengals for Panthers' $10 million
John Clayton, ESPN.comThe Carolina Panthers beat out the Bengals for the services of Landon Johnson, agreeing to terms with the outside linebacker on a $10 million, three-year deal.
Story | Conversation | March 07, 2008Early signings by Dolphins, 49ers kick off frantic free-agency period
John Clayton, ESPN.comEveryone expected a quick start to free agency, but the limited market of players made things ever crazier than normal Friday morning.
Story | Conversation | February 28, 2008In free agency, it's better to be a keeper than a shopper
John Clayton, ESPN.comWith free agency about to crank up, the key will be not which players you sign, but which ones you keep, writes John Clayton.
Story | Conversation | February 27, 2008Bears place franchise tag on linebacker Briggs
John Clayton, ESPN.comThe Bears ended the first big question about keeping their players by placing the franchise tag on linebacker Lance Briggs, their top priority to re-sign this offseason.
Story | Conversation | February 16, 2007Spotting some early free agency trends
John Clayton, ESPN.comHow will teams respond to having more money to spend? John Clayton previews a new era of free agency.
Story | Conversation | February 16, 2007Samuel receives franchise tag from Patriots
John Clayton, ESPN.comTeams looking to help their defense suffered another major blow Friday when the Patriots took away one of the top defensive players on the market -- cornerback Asante Samuel.
Story | Conversation | February 16, 2007Never too early to look ahead to 2007 season
John Clayton, ESPN.comWho's in the best shape entering the offseason? John Clayton takes an early look at how all 32 teams stack up for 2007.
Story | Conversation | February 08, 2007Bengals hoping to avoid controversy
John Clayton, ESPN.com InsiderThe Bengals understand they may take a step back with a first-year starter at the helm.
Story | Conversation | August 05, 2004
Pittsburgh loads up to make title run now
John Clayton, ESPN.comThe AFC Central may have a new name, but the "Go For It" attitude is the same.
Story | Conversation | June 13, 2002First & 10: Advanced studies for Ryan
John Clayton, ESPN.comAlthough conventional logic says the Falcons will struggle in Foxborough, Matt Ryan & Co. have momentum and are catching the Patriots at an ideal time, writes John Clayton.
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