Pats-Colts rivalry has layers of intrigue
John Clayton, ESPN.comPatriots-Colts is guaranteed excitement. The aftermath of Sunday's showdown also promises to be compelling, writes John Clayton.
Story | Conversation | November 12, 2009The pressure is on the Packers
John Clayton, ESPN.comA Vikings victory would mean the Favre decision cost the Packers a shot at the division title for a second consecutive year, John Clayton writes in his weekly First and 10 column.
Story | Conversation | October 29, 2009Top 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, 2008Has Davis learned from last year's mistake?
John Clayton, ESPN.comAl Davis set the Raiders back by passing on a QB last year. Will he do it again? John Clayton examines Oakland's plight and more in his First ... and 10.
Story | Conversation | April 26, 2007Assistants have to be prepared
John Clayton, ESPN.comWith many teams turning to young head coaches, assistants know they always need to be prepared for every opportunity. But it's hard to be ready for all of the obstacles a first-time head coach will have to overcome.
Story | Conversation | March 30, 2007Jones working on list, but expect to see these names
John Clayton, ESPN.comBill Parcells' retirement puts the Cowboys in a tough spot as far as finding a new coach, but here are some names you can expect to see on Jerry Jones' list, writes John Clayton.
Story | Conversation | January 22, 2007Carr is the right choice to lead the Texans
John Clayton, ESPN.comFans may still wish the Texans drafted Vince Young, but it's obvious that the right choice to lead this franchise is David Carr, writes John Clayton.
Story | Conversation | October 27, 2006Shockey, James among standouts in Miami
John Clayton, ESPN.comSeveral NFL players have been allowed to skip their franchise's offseason programs to instead work out in Miami.
Story | Conversation | May 11, 2005NFL 'faces a critical business challenge'
John Clayton, ESPN.comNFL commissioner Paul Tagliabue concerned about lack of progress towards a new collective bargaining agreement.
Story | Conversation | March 21, 2005O-line must protect Manning
John Clayton, ESPN.comTom Coughlin's intriguing decision to switch QBs comes at a tough stretch of the season for the Giants.
Story | Conversation | November 17, 2004Texans need to keep Carr safe in second year
John Clayton, ESPN.comThe Texans need to find a way to keep David Carr, who was sacked 76 times last season, on his feet.
Story | Conversation | August 07, 2003TOP SEARCHES IN NOVEMBER
Bowl Projections tops ESPN.com searches in November. Did "live" make the list?