Early 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, 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, 2006Giants vs. Eagles highlights Week 2
John Clayton, ESPN.comJohn Clayton highlights the best games of Week 2, which is highlighted by a large number of key divisional matchups.
Story | Conversation | September 14, 2006Packers 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, 2004Holmgren gets another shot at Pack
John Clayton, ESPN.comThe first round of the playoffs features three rematches and a battle between former divisional rivals.
Story | Conversation | December 28, 2003Pressure remains high on vindicated Coughlin
John Clayton, ESPN.comAfter weathering an early season firestorm, Tom Coughlin has the Giants riding high. But a loss to Dallas would severely hinder their chances of winning the NFC East, writes John Clayton.
Story | Conversation | November 08, 2007Playoff spots, jobs on the line in Week 17
John Clayton, ESPN.comThe Giants may not be playing for only a playoff berth; they may be playing to save Tom Coughlin's job. That's just one of the intriguing subplots of Week 17, writes John Clayton.
Story | Conversation | December 28, 2006Saints, Cowboys in battle for playoff seeding
John Clayton, ESPN.comThe Saints-Cowboys tilt highlights a Week 14 that features numerous games with playoff implications, writes John Clayton.
Story | Conversation | December 07, 2006Chargers-Broncos AFC West clash highlights Week 11
John Clayton, ESPN.comThings are heating up in the AFC West and the battle between the Broncos and the red-hot Chargers highlights Week 11, writes John Clayton.
Story | Conversation | November 16, 2006As always, Colts-Patriots still Must-See TV
John Clayton, ESPN.comColts-Patriots. Manning-Brady. It doesn't get much better than this. Indy's trip to New England highlights an intriguing Week 9, writes John Clayton.
Story | Conversation | November 02, 2006T.O.'s return overshadows importance of the game
John Clayton, ESPN.comForget T.O.'s return to Philly. The Cowboys-Eagles game itself means much more in a week of intriguing divisional matchups that highlight Week 5, writes John Clayton.
Story | Conversation | October 05, 2006In this corner, playoff previews, heavyweight defenses
John Clayton, ESPN.comA sneak peak at some potential playoff matchups and some heavyweight defensive battles highlight Week 4, writes John Clayton.
Story | Conversation | September 27, 2006Top story lines to watch
John Clayton, ESPN.comMiami has a legitimate shot to win the AFC East, writes John Clayton. And don't count out Philly in the loaded NFC East.
Story | Conversation | August 29, 2006Quarterbacks continue along recovery trail
John Clayton, ESPN.comFrom impressive rookie QBs to the amazing recoveries of a number of injured signal callers, John Clayton checks in with some observations.
Story | Conversation | August 23, 2006TOP SEARCHES IN OCTOBER
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