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The 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, 2009Schedule stunting AFC West's growth
John Clayton, ESPN.comTough schedules dotted with NFC East foes will slow the progress of the Broncos, Chiefs and Raiders, writes John Clayton in his latest mailbag.
Story | Conversation | September 16, 2009Long odds might have sacked Favre
John Clayton, ESPN.comThe long odds against a 39-year-old quarterback succeeding might have factored into Brett Favre's decision to remain retired and snub the Vikings, John Clayton writes.
Story | Conversation | July 28, 2009Summer swoon has intriguing backdrop
John Clayton, ESPN.comThe summer swoon is upon us, but the uncertain futures of Plaxico Burress and Brett Favre will keep things interesting, writes John Clayton in his latest mailbag.
Story | Conversation | June 29, 2009Top drafters have staying power
John Clayton, ESPN.comOzzie Newsome and Bill Belichick are among the best at finding talent in the draft, writes John Clayton.
Story | Conversation | April 15, 2009WRs, QBs in combine spotlight
John Clayton, ESPN.comUnderclassmen quarterbacks and a group of speedy cornerbacks will be watched closely at the scouting combine, writes John Clayton in his latest mailbag.
Story | Conversation | February 16, 2009Six teams on the 2009 title radar
John Clayton, ESPN.comPeering into his crystal ball, John Clayton forecasts three teams in each conference as 2009 title favorites.
Story | Conversation | February 03, 2009Steelers-Cards has plenty of intrigue
John Clayton, ESPN.comThe dust has settled from the conference title games, leaving us these 10 burning questions about Super Bowl XLIII, John Clayton writes.
Story | Conversation | January 18, 2009History suggests Steelers will prevail
John Clayton, ESPN.comBeating a team three times in one season is a daunting task, but there's a lot working in the Steelers' favor when they collide with the Ravens in the AFC title game, writes John Clayton.
Story | Conversation | January 15, 2009Browns' hopes hinge on landing Cowher
John Clayton, ESPN.comThe Browns need to make landing Bill Cowher their No. 1 priority, John Clayton writes in this edition of his mailbag.
Story | Conversation | December 03, 2008Market forces limiting forward progress
John Clayton, ESPN.comIn his weekly mailbag, John Clayton tackles questions on the Patriots' QB situation, the Browns' future, Ted Ginn Jr.'s development and more.
Story | Conversation | October 29, 2008Memo to Jets fans: Don't expect ultimate payoff with Favre
John Clayton, ESPN.comJets fans shouldn't expect Brett Favre to deliver a championship. When Hall of Fame QBs switch teams late in their careers, the results are usually unspectacular, writes John Clayton.
Story | Conversation | August 07, 2008Favre wins this ugly contest
John Clayton, ESPN.comIn this ugly battle of wills between the Packers and Brett Favre, the quarterback looks like the winner, John Clayton writes.
Story | Conversation | August 03, 2008How the Packers' 'committee' found its chair in Grant
John Clayton, ESPN.comFrom the chaos that was the Packers' running game early last season, calm emerged in the form of Ryan Grant. John Clayton reviews how Grant became a star, and previews what's ahead.
Story | Conversation | June 21, 2008Top players over 30 to watch this season
John Clayton, ESPN.comAt 30 years old, a player's career is at a crossroads, and how successful he is can impact his team. John Clayton examines the top 10 players age 30 and older to watch this season.
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