Ravens, Patriots bracing for shootout?
John Clayton, ESPN.comNew England-Baltimore figures to be a low-scoring defensive struggle, right? Not exactly. Both teams have been emphasizing offense so far this season, writes John Clayton.
Story | Conversation | October 01, 2009Offensive growth gives Bengals hope
John Clayton, ESPN.comThe Bengals appear to have what it takes -- especially on offense -- to be a surprise team in 2009, writes John Clayton in his latest mailbag.
Story | Conversation | June 22, 200911 intriguing backfield situations
John Clayton, ESPN.comWhile it might drive fantasy players crazy trying to figure out roles, drama and competition is brewing in several backfields, John Clayton writes.
Story | Conversation | June 04, 2009Finding a crack in Giants' foundation
John Clayton, ESPN.comThe Eagles' Week 14 win over the Giants revealed a New York weakness, writes John Clayton. Will Philly be able to take advantage Sunday in the divisional-round playoff game?
Story | Conversation | January 08, 2009Compelling QB matchups set scene in AFC
John Clayton, ESPN.comAfter the dust settled in the wild-card round, these are the 10 burning questions for the AFC divisional playoffs, John Clayton writes.
Story | Conversation | January 04, 2009Week 17: Injury updates
John Clayton, ESPN.comJohn Clayton tracks down injury updates for Week 17 of the 2008 NFL season.
Story | Conversation | December 26, 2008Cowboys are drama kings; Giants are kings of NFC -- for now
John Clayton, ESPN.comA year ago, the Cowboys descended upon Giants Stadium as the NFC's top dogs. Now the roles are reversed, as the Giants have the swagger -- and the clear upper hand on Sunday, writes John Clayton.
Story | Conversation | October 30, 2008Week 5: Injury updates
John Clayton, ESPN.comJohn Clayton tracks down injury updates for Week 5 of the 2008 season.
Story | Conversation | October 03, 2008Week 4: Injury updates
John Clayton, ESPN.comJohn Clayton tracks down injury updates for Week 4 of the 2008 season.
Story | Conversation | September 26, 2008NFC poised to unseat AFC as superior conference
John Clayton, ESPN.comIn his weekly mailbag, John Clayton tackles questions on the Chiefs' QB situation, the Steelers' Super Bowl chances, Lane Kiffin and more.
Story | Conversation | September 17, 2008Cerebral James taking steps to extend shelf life
John Clayton, ESPN.comEdgerrin James believes the leaguewide emphasis on the short, safe passing game will make him a more effective running back and allow him to play well into his 30s, writes John Clayton.
Story | Conversation | September 01, 2008Upstart Titans not resting on laurels
John Clayton, ESPN.comEven though the Titans were a surprise success story in 2007, they felt the need to make a lot of changes this offseason, writes John Clayton.
Story | Conversation | June 19, 2008Seven non-moves that may be costly
John Clayton, ESPN.comJohn Clayton identifies seven teams that failed to improve significantly in key areas.
Story | Conversation | May 25, 2008Like it or not, passing offenses all the rage
John Clayton, ESPN.comWhat do the top seeds in this year's playoffs have in common? An elite passing attack, which is becoming a prerequisite for success, writes John Clayton.
Story | Conversation | January 04, 2008Urgency setting in for Lions, Giants
John Clayton, ESPN.comThe winner of Sunday's Giants-Lions clash will take a big step toward securing a wild-card spot in the NFC, writes John Clayton.
Story | Conversation | November 15, 2007TOP SEARCHES IN OCTOBER
NFL Expert Picks tops ESPN.com searches in October. Did "lendale white" make the list?
