McNabb, T.O. provide compelling backdrop to prime-time showdown
John Clayton, ESPN.comIn a weekend full of rivalry games, the Monday night matchup between the Eagles and Cowboys -- thanks largely to the McNabb vs. T.O. backdrop -- is clearly the headliner, writes John Clayton.
Story | Conversation | September 11, 2008Timing's right for Reid, Eagles
John Clayton, ESPN.comThe timing is right for Andy Reid and the Eagles to make their move in the NFC East, writes John Clayton.
Story | Conversation | December 10, 2009Pats-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, 2009Steelers' no-huddle looms large
John Clayton, ESPN.comBaltimore beat the Broncos by using a smart defensive strategy and a healthy dose of the no-huddle offense. Look for Pittsburgh to use a similar strategy in Denver on Monday night, writes John Clayton.
Story | Conversation | November 05, 2009Broncos' D fuels remarkable turnaround
John Clayton, ESPN.comJosh McDaniels and Kyle Orton have exceeded expectations for Denver, which faces New England in the game of the week, writes John Clayton in his weekly First and 10 column.
Story | Conversation | October 08, 2009Elite QB play is good business for NFL
John Clayton, ESPN.comTired of seemingly bogus roughing-the-passer calls? Well, don't expect them to go away, writes John Clayton in his latest mailbag.
Story | Conversation | October 07, 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, 2009Seahawks' defense should improve
John Clayton, ESPN.comCount on Seattle's defense being better. If the offense improves too, the Seahawks could win nine or 10 games in 2009, writes John Clayton in his latest mailbag.
Story | Conversation | May 24, 2009Giants-Steelers showdown kicks off brutal stretch for both teams
John Clayton, ESPN.comSunday's potential Super Bowl preview between the Giants and the Steelers marks the beginning of a brutal stretch for both teams, writes John Clayton.
Story | Conversation | October 23, 2008Here's who to watch when coaching carousel spins
John Clayton, ESPN.comIn his weekly mailbag, John Clayton tackles questions on the Lions' woes, the Panthers' QB situation, Bill Cowher's future and more.
Story | Conversation | October 22, 2008Week 5: Injury updates
John Clayton, ESPN.comJohn Clayton tracks down injury updates for Week 5 of the 2008 season.
Story | Conversation | October 03, 2008Linehan, Kiffin firings likely only the beginning
John Clayton, ESPN.comIn his weekly mailbag, John Clayton tackles questions on the Lions, Roy Williams' future in Dallas, the Redskins' offense and more.
Story | Conversation | October 01, 2008Vikings firmly in Jackson's corner
John Clayton, ESPN.comIn his latest mailbag, John Clayton tackles questions on Tarvaris Jackson's mindset, the 49ers' chances, the Steelers' O-line and much more.
Story | Conversation | August 06, 2008San Francisco takes it on the nose
John Clayton, ESPN.comWith All-Pro nose tackle Casey Hampton helping shut down the 49ers' running game, San Francisco was no match for Pittsburgh, John Clayton writes.
Story | Conversation | September 23, 2007Early NFC showdown could determine Bears' fate in 2007
John Clayton, ESPN.comThings remain unsettled for the 1-1 Bears, who face their first major NFC test when they play host to the Cowboys on Sunday, John Clayton writes.
Story | Conversation | September 20, 2007TOP SEARCHES IN NOVEMBER
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