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, 2009Trade deadline should pass quietly
John Clayton, ESPN.comA lot of attention is being paid to Tuesday's trade deadline, but don't expect anything major to take place, writes John Clayton in his latest mailbag.
Story | Conversation | October 14, 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, 2008Best second-half game? Start with Steelers at Patriots
John Clayton, ESPN.comNew England's pursuit of an undefeated season makes its matchup with Pittsburgh the biggest game of the second half, writes John Clayton.
Story | Conversation | November 07, 2007Expect Goodell to treat this seriously
John Clayton, ESPN.comHow will the NFL commissioner rule in the Patriots "spying" incident? What advantage can a team get by taping defensive signals of an opponent? John Clayton has the questions and answers.
Story | Conversation | September 11, 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, 2007Colts, Bengals heading in opposite directions
John Clayton, ESPN.comJohn Clayton breaks down the best games of Week 15, highlighted by the Colts' playing host to the Bengals on "MNF" in a battle between teams heading in opposite directions.
Story | Conversation | December 14, 2006Trainers will pay extra attention to recovering QBs
John Clayton, ESPN.comNow that training camps have finally arrived, John Clayton reveals the top 10 story lines.
Story | Conversation | July 24, 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, 2005Brien had two chances to win game
John Clayton, ESPN.comHeinz Field can be a brutal place to kick, as the Jets' Doug Brien found out Saturday.
Story | Conversation | January 15, 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, 2004Playoff repeat becoming big challenge
John Clayton, ESPN.comWhile the Bucs' and Raiders' woes have been well-documented, they're not the only '02 playoff teams struggling.
Story | Conversation | December 05, 2003Raiders pull away by relying on passing attack
John Clayton, ESPN.comAfter relying more on their rushing attack in the opening half, the Raiders took control by utilizing the passing game after intermission.
Story | Conversation | December 16, 2002TOP SEARCHES IN OCTOBER
NFL Expert Picks tops ESPN.com searches in October. Did "live" make the list?
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