Hot Cassel faces challenge in stout Steelers defense
John Clayton, ESPN.comThe key to the Steelers-Patriots clash Sunday is the play of New England QB Matt Cassel against the No. 1 defense in football, John Clayton writes. Plus, he previews Cowboys-Redskins and other standout games.
Story | Conversation | November 26, 2008Staying put might be in Cassel's best interest
John Clayton, ESPN.comThe Patriots would be wise to re-sign QB Matt Cassel, and Cassel would probably be wise to stay, John Clayton writes in this edition of his mailbag.
Story | Conversation | November 25, 2008Win over Jets will set Titans up for 14-0
John Clayton, ESPN.comIf the Titans beat the Jets, Tennessee is set up nicely to run the table to 14-0. Then Titans coach Jeff Fisher will have decisions to make, John Clayton writes.
Story | Conversation | November 20, 2008Gbaja-Biamila waived, Harrell activated from Packers' PUP list
John Clayton, ESPN.comThe Green Bay Packers, who activated defensive tackle Justin Harrell from the physically-unable-to-perform list, opened a roster spot by releasing a longtime fan favorite.
Story | Conversation | November 01, 2008Culpepper reconsiders retirement, making himself available
John Clayton, ESPN.comContacted by the Chiefs this week and other teams in the past two months, Daunte Culpepper has reconsidered his retirement plans and is making himself available for the right opportunity.
Story | Conversation | October 23, 2008Giants learned not to time Manning by Big Ben's clock
John Clayton, ESPN.comSunday's Eli Manning-Ben Roethlisberger matchup in Pittsburgh will be a barometer of how the Giants QB has evolved against the Steelers QB, John Clayton writes.
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, 2008Backup QBs making presence felt -- and struggling as a whole
John Clayton, ESPN.comIn his weekly mailbag, John Clayton tackles questions on the injured reserve system, the Jets' bandwagon, the Cowboys' defense and more.
Story | Conversation | October 15, 2008Long trips force teams to try three-time-zone defense
John Clayton, ESPN.comIn his weekly mailbag, John Clayton tackles questions on the injured reserve system, the Jets' bandwagon, the Cowboys' defense and more.
Story | Conversation | October 08, 2008It's still early, but Eagles can't afford to stumble against Skins
John Clayton, ESPN.comIs it too early for a must-win game? Not if you're Andy Reid and the Eagles, who need to beat the surging Redskins on Sunday to keep pace in the highly competitive NFC East, writes John Clayton.
Story | Conversation | October 02, 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, 2008Source: Raiders owner Davis making moves to start process of replacing Kiffin
John Clayton, ESPN.comEven though Lane Kiffin remained head coach of the Oakland Raiders long enough to meet with the Bay Area media Monday, the process of replacing him has begun.
Story | Conversation | September 29, 2008Bills' Schonert stretching the field, not the truth
John Clayton, ESPN.comIn his weekly mailbag, John Clayton tackles questions on Oakland's coaching situation, the state of the QB position, the Vikings' playoff chances and more.
Story | Conversation | September 24, 2008Prime-time stage keeps Rodgers under microscope
John Clayton, ESPN.comPackers QB Aaron Rodgers is off to an impressive start. Can he outduel Dallas' Tony Romo on Sunday night? John Clayton breaks down the best games of Week 3.
Story | Conversation | September 18, 2008NFC poised to unseat AFC as superior conference
John Clayton, ESPN.comIn his weekly mailbag, John Clayton tackles questions on the Chiefs' QB situation, the Steelers' Super Bowl chances, Lane Kiffin and more.
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