Pressure on Panthers in crucial NFC South rematch with Bucs
John Clayton, ESPN.comThe Panthers are in an almost-must-win situation in a MNF rematch with the Bucs. The Bucs won the first meeting, and the Panthers have no margin of error with a tough closing schedule, John Clayton writes.
Story | Conversation | December 04, 2008McNabb, 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, 2008NFL Week 11 inactive players
John Clayton, ESPN.comInactive players for Sunday's 1 p.m. Week 11 games.
Story | Conversation | November 18, 2007Worth the wait: Smith rejuvenates Panthers
John Clayton, ESPN.comThe Panthers are unbeaten since Steve Smith's return from injury, and that's no coincidence, John Clayton writes.
Story | Conversation | October 15, 2006Rams face big test Sunday
John Clayton, ESPN.comThe Rams are 4-1. But are they for real? Sunday's matchup with the Seahawks could answer that question, writes John Clayton in his preview of Week 6.
Story | Conversation | October 12, 2006Jaguars vs. Colts highlights Week 3
John Clayton, ESPN.comJohn Clayton discusses the best games of Week 3, highlighted by the Colts playing host to the Jags in a key AFC South battle.
Story | Conversation | September 21, 2006Seahawks don't let Smith TD get them down
John Clayton, ESPN.comThe Seahawks, a franchise that's had to overcome a lot of adversity, managed to put it behind them this season for a Super Bowl run.
Story | Conversation | January 22, 2006Panthers finally face QB with playoff experience
John Clayton, ESPN.comSeattle's ability to cover Steve Smith and Carolina's ground attack will be among the key issues during the NFC championship game.
Story | Conversation | January 15, 2006Falcons will give Panthers a game
John Clayton, ESPN.comThe Panthers have one obstacle left on their route to the playoffs: a bitter Falcons team that would love to ruin their season.
Story | Conversation | December 29, 2005Bucs return to basics in win
John Clayton, ESPN.comIn the up-and-down NFC South, the Bucs are up this week because they returned to basics against the Panthers.
Story | Conversation | December 11, 2005Huge MNF matchup highlights Week 9
John Clayton, ESPN.comThere is a lot on the line when the Patriots host the Colts on Monday night in John Clayton's top matchup of Week 9.
Story | Conversation | November 03, 2005Foes aiming to slow down Falcons
John Clayton, ESPN.comSuccess among NFC South foes could be determined by their ability to stop the run this season.
Story | Conversation | May 31, 2005Winner takes over AFC East lead
John Clayton, ESPN.comIn what could be a rarity this season, the Jets and Patriots square off in a big divisional battle.
Story | Conversation | October 20, 2004Titans looking to put Colts in hole
John Clayton, ESPN.comThe Colts' tough schedule has them at risk of starting 0-2 after Sunday's game against rival Tennessee.
Story | Conversation | September 15, 2004Titans looking to put Colts in hole
John Clayton, ESPN.comThe Colts' tough schedule has them at risk of starting 0-2 heading into Sunday's game against rival Tennessee.
Story | Conversation | September 15, 2004TOP SEARCHES IN OCTOBER
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