63 Results for nick saban

Vikings-Steelers: Expect a thriller

John Clayton, ESPN.com

Expect a thrilling conclusion to the Vikings-Steelers game -- thanks in part to leaky fourth-quarter defensive play -- John Clayton writes in his weekly First and 10 column.

Story | Conversation | October 22, 2009

Taylor-made fit between Redskins, former Dolphins DE

John Clayton, ESPN.com

Getting Jason Taylor was worth the price for the Redskins.

Story | Conversation | July 20, 2008

Giants' juggling act works at cornerback

John Clayton, ESPN.com

Because of injury or quality of play, the Giants have juggled five starting cornerbacks this season. And guess what? They aren't worried about it, John Clayton writes.

Story | Conversation | January 27, 2008

Garrett shows he's smarter than the system

John Clayton, ESPN.com

Jason Garrett has the credentials to become a fine head coach, but he probably made the right decision to stay in Dallas for more seasoning, writes John Clayton.

Story | Conversation | January 18, 2008

To rebuild Dolphins, Parcells hires a contractor he trusts

John Clayton, ESPN.com

Tony Sparano's four-year history with Bill Parcells in Dallas was a big factor in Sparano becoming the Dolphins' new head coach, John Clayton writes.

Story | Conversation | January 16, 2008

Parcells wants his own guy, so Cameron's out

John Clayton, ESPN.com

Bill Parcells wanted his own guy. And he didn't known Cam Cameron. That's why the Dolphins will have a new head coach next season, writes John Clayton.

Story | Conversation | January 03, 2008

Some 2007 resolutions were exciting, but a scary prospect looms

John Clayton, ESPN.com

The NFL should be headed for a happy New Year, as trends and story lines developed that made the game more intriguing this season. But in his review of 2007, John Clayton writes there is one scary prospect looming.

Story | Conversation | December 29, 2007

Devising draft strategy tops Parcells' to-do list

John Clayton, ESPN.com

What to do with the No. 1 pick in next year's draft will be among Bill Parcells' biggest decisions as he settles into his new role in Miami, writes John Clayton.

Story | Conversation | December 20, 2007

Broncos face critical stretch

John Clayton, ESPN.com

Rivalries and grudge matches abound this week, but the New England-Cincinnati Monday night matchup is the best, John Clayton writes.

Story | Conversation | September 27, 2007

Several teams sorting through QB issues

John Clayton, ESPN.com

With training camps coming to a close, John Clayton looks at 10 things we've learned this summer.

Story | Conversation | August 22, 2007

Culpepper making Raiders regret draft-day decision?

John Clayton, ESPN.com

Daunte Culpepper is making a strong impression with the Raiders, but the odds are against his being ready to start by Week 1, writes John Clayton.

Story | Conversation | August 10, 2007

Five who could turn a good season into a great one

John Clayton, ESPN.com

It's hard to find players who can be the difference between a good season and a great one, but here are five who could do just that this year, writes John Clayton.

Story | Conversation | July 02, 2007

Dolphins decided to pay price to get QB Green

John Clayton, ESPN.com

...quarterback with a slower release even though he has a big-time arm. That worked for Nick Saban, but he's gone. Cameron is in charge and Green was the player he wanted, until...

Story | Conversation | June 05, 2007

Patriots aggressive in free agency

John Clayton, ESPN.com

The second day of free agency turned into Patriots' Day, as New England was extremely aggressive, writes John Clayton.

Story | Conversation | March 03, 2007

Russell makes a big impression

John Clayton, ESPN.com

JaMarcus Russell, who could be the No. 1 overall pick, made a big impression at the combine, writes John Clayton.

Story | Conversation | February 23, 2007