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Plenty of teams made big splashes early in free agency, but keep an eye on those who waited for smart bargains, writes John Clayton.

Three of the four NFC East teams have had to work around tricky cap situations this offseason, writes John Clayton.

In this tight salary-cap economy, loyalty toward long-term leaders and veterans only goes to a certain limit, writes John Clayton.

The negotiating period isn't exciting, but it's doing a good job of helping teams retain their free agents, writes John Clayton.

The pistol and read option have staying power, but defenses will eventually adjust. Plus, reader questions.

Peyton Manning headlines John Clayton's 2012 All-Pro team, which includes clear choices at the skill positions and tough calls elsewhere.

There's still plenty of intrigue regarding the NFC playoff race, writes John Clayton.

Expand the playoffs? It's a question of when, not if, John Clayton writes.

No. 1 seeds are on the line this weekend, but that distinction isn't as valuable as it once was, John Clayton writes.

The AFC playoff races are on the verge of wrapping up early, John Clayton writes.

NFL fans were treated to a pre-Thanksgiving feast of close games, wild finishes and crazy offensive efforts, writes John Clayton.

This weekend will help determine how interesting the AFC playoff race will be down the stretch, John Clayton writes.

John Clayton delivers a musical masterpiece with his NFL midseason report.

John Clayton delivers a musical masterpiece with his NFL midseason report.

John Clayton delivers a musical masterpiece with his NFL midseason report.

Week 9 provided clarity regarding the playoff races in both conferences, writes John Clayton.