Vikings-Steelers: Expect a thriller
John Clayton, ESPN.comExpect 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, 2009Early warning: Pats-Chargers has playoff implications
John Clayton, ESPN.comAfter dealing with a major distraction this week, the Patriots must find a way to focus on one of the biggest games of their season.
Story | Conversation | September 13, 2007Patriots are healthier for second crack at Broncos
John Clayton, ESPN.comJohn Clayton breaks down the divisional playoffs, in which all four games will be rematches from the regular season.
Story | Conversation | January 12, 2006Hurry-up offense, defense concerns for Bengals
John Clayton, ESPN.comThe Bengals aren't happy about being underdogs, John Clayton writes in his preview of wild-card weekend.
Story | Conversation | January 05, 2006Huge 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, 2005Winner needs help to make playoffs
John Clayton, ESPN.comA playoff spot is on the line -- maybe -- when the Saints and Panthers square off on Sunday.
Story | Conversation | December 29, 2004To blitz or not to blitz?
John Clayton, ESPN.comThe decision Bill Belichick has to make is whether or not to blitz Steelers rookie Ben Roethlisberger.
Story | Conversation | October 27, 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, 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, 2004Panthers enter Super Bowl as underdogs
John Clayton, ESPN.comTwo years ago New England was the underdog in the Super Bowl. Now it's Carolina's turn.
Story | Conversation | January 18, 2004Packers looking to avenge earlier loss
John Clayton, ESPN.comThe divisional round features four great matchups, with the Packers rematch against the Eagles leading the way.
Story | Conversation | January 08, 2004A lot working against Broncos
John Clayton, ESPN.comThe Chargers enter Sunday's showdown for AFC West supremacy with more momentum and fewer problems than the reeling Broncos, writes John Clayton.
Story | Conversation | November 19, 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, 2009Bears QB under the microscope in Week 1
John Clayton, ESPN.comRex Grossman played in the Super Bowl last season, but he remains a point of contention in Chicago. The schedule-makers didn't do him any favors with the Bears' Week 1 opponent: San Diego.
Story | Conversation | September 06, 2007TOP SEARCHES IN OCTOBER
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