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, 2009Another NY challenge for Saints
John Clayton, ESPN.comThe Saints will try to complete a sweep of the New York teams, but the stakes are higher and the task tougher against the 5-0 Giants, writes John Clayton in his weekly First and 10 column.
Story | Conversation | October 15, 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, 2009Ravens, 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, 2009First & 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.
Story | Conversation | September 24, 2009Stage is set for Giants-Cowboys
John Clayton, ESPN.comNFC East games belong on the big stage, which is exactly what the Giants and Cowboys will have when they open Cowboys Stadium on Sunday night, writes John Clayton.
Story | Conversation | September 17, 2009Broncos in tough spot with Marshall
John Clayton, ESPN.comIn his latest mailbag, John Clayton examines the stalemate between the Broncos and Brandon Marshall, Donovan McNabb's Hall of Fame credentials and much more.
Story | Conversation | August 24, 2009Schedules loom large in big picture
John Clayton, ESPN.comThere's no denying that NFL schedules play a big role in determining who succeeds and who fails in a given season, writes John Clayton in his latest mailbag.
Story | Conversation | July 27, 2009As usual, QBs getting all the attention
John Clayton, ESPN.comOffense -- and the return of QBs including Tom Brady and Carson Palmer -- will be the focus of training camps this season, John Clayton writes.
Story | Conversation | July 23, 2009Jones-Drew has clear path to stardom
John Clayton, ESPN.comJohn Clayton examines 10 offensive players who appear poised for breakout seasons.
Story | Conversation | June 11, 2009Timing was perfect for Steelers, Big Ben
John Clayton, ESPN.comBen Roethlisberger was the perfect quarterback to grow in the Steelers' system, John Clayton writes in his latest mailbag.
Story | Conversation | June 08, 2009Vick's next home? Take a guess
John Clayton, ESPN.comDetermining where Michael Vick could end up is the NFL's ultimate guessing game, writes John Clayton.
Story | Conversation | May 18, 2009Bengals have taken positive steps
John Clayton, ESPN.comA solid offseason, coupled with the return of QB Carson Palmer and an easy schedule, gives the Bengals a glimmer of hope for 2009, writes John Clayton in his latest mailbag.
Story | Conversation | May 18, 2009Packers, Bills among teams set to shock
John Clayton, ESPN.comJohn Clayton has eight teams on his radar that should make dramatic leaps in 2009. Read about whom he selects and why.
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