http://assets.espn.go.com/i/tvlistings/tv_espn_original.gif en-us 10 ESPN Inc. http://espn.go.com/ Copyright 2010 ESPN Inc. Plenty of teams made big splashes early in free agency, but keep an eye on those who waited for smart bargains, writes John Clayton.]]> May 17, 2013 11:04:47 PDT Don't overlook the strong offseasons put together in the AFC North by the Ravens, Steelers and Bengals, writes John Clayton.]]> May 05, 2013 12:38:06 PDT The Seattle Seahawks have signed star safety Kam Chancellor to a multiyear contract extension.]]> April 22, 2013 09:43:49 PDT An innovative scheduling software is helping teams avoid three-game road trips and other dreaded quirks, writes John Clayton.]]> April 21, 2013 08:55:20 PDT Both new and old rivalries dot an exciting 2013 NFL schedule, writes John Clayton.]]> April 18, 2013 09:53:55 PDT The franchise shifts risks from teams to players, who could see their long-term value drop. Plus, reader questions.]]> March 31, 2013 07:26:28 PDT Free agency in 2013 has been fast and furious, with big deals, lots of cuts and new coaches making multiple moves, writes John Clayton.]]> March 15, 2013 09:27:10 PDT After the Niners and Seahawks shook up the NFC West, wide receivers could go fast in free agency, writes John Clayton.]]> March 12, 2013 05:00:42 PDT Greg Schiano made it clear at the combine that Josh Freeman is the Buccaneers' starting quarterback, writes John Clayton.]]> February 21, 2013 11:37:43 PST Can the Ravens and 49ers get back? Don't count on it. Here are five teams that should be Super Bowl threats in 2013, writes John Clayton.]]> February 04, 2013 01:53:11 PST There are plenty of experienced GMs sitting on the sidelines, waiting to get back into the NFL. Plus, answers to reader questions.]]> January 28, 2013 10:49:28 PST The Rooney Rule is nice in theory, but the NFL's diversity efforts must evolve. Plus, reader questions.]]> January 21, 2013 08:09:29 PST The pistol and read option have staying power, but defenses will eventually adjust. Plus, reader questions.]]> January 14, 2013 09:01:48 PST Six quarterbacks have divvied up the past nine Super Bowl wins. Will we see a fresh face this year?]]> January 10, 2013 09:22:03 PST After uninspired "mild-card" games, the divisional round matchups should be better, writes John Clayton.]]> January 06, 2013 13:52:50 PST