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John Clayton Columns / 08-2008

Source: Giants agree to deal with DE McDougle NFL

Source: John Clayton. 450 days 3 mins

It didn't take very long for Florida's focus to shift from beating Hawaii to facing rival Miami.

Bengals terminate contract of halfback Johnson NFL

Source: John Clayton. 451 days 2 hrs 3 mins

Georgia defensive tackle Jeff Owens left the top-ranked Bulldogs' game Saturday against Georgia Southern because of a right knee injury.

Fourth preseason game becomes expendable NFL

Source: John Clayton. 451 days 18 hrs 3 mins

The way 26 teams handled their final preseason game Thursday night only adds to the campaign to extend the regular season to 17 games and to shorten the preseason to three. Looking at the official gam...

Marshall suspension reduced from 3 games to 1 NFL

Source: John Clayton. 452 days 17 hrs 3 mins

Broncos wide receiver Brandon Marshall had his suspension for violating the league's personal conduct policy reduced from three games to one on Thursday.

Marshall suspension reduced from 3 games to 1 NFL

Source: John Clayton. 452 days 19 hrs 56 mins

Broncos wide receiver Brandon Marshall had his suspension for violating the league's personal conduct policy reduced from three games to one on Thursday.

Chargers did nothing wrong in Merriman case NFL

Source: John Clayton. 452 days 21 hrs 3 mins

Perhaps the most baffling part of the Shawne Merriman story is somehow the Chargers are being portrayed as the bad guys. How did that happen? Team doctors told Merriman and his agent, Tom Condon, that...

Clayton mailbag: Giants' pass rush is suddenly suspect NFL

Source: John Clayton. 454 days 1 hrs 3 mins

In his latest mailbag, John Clayton tackles questions on Donovan McNabb, Alge Crumpler's impact on the Titans and more.

In need of lineman, Ravens acquire Bucs' Douglas NFL

Source: John Clayton. 454 days 4 hrs 3 mins

In need of defensive line help, the Baltimore Ravens went back to an old friend, trading for Buccaneers defensive end Marques Douglas.

Source: Harvey agrees with Jaguars, will report NFL

Source: John Clayton. 454 days 8 hrs 3 mins

Jaguars first-round Derrick Harvey will end 31-day holdout Wednesday after reaching agreement on a five-year contract that could be worth $30 million, according to a source.

Strahan faced tough deadline NFL

Source: John Clayton. 454 days 19 hrs 3 mins

The chance to return to the Giants appealed to Michael Strahan , but the quality of life outside of football won out. The Giants got in touch with Strahan, but it was unlikely they would have paid him...

Strahan, Giants open communication NFL

Source: John Clayton. 455 days 21 hrs 3 mins

It should be no surprise the Giants reached out to retired defensive end Michael Strahan . Strahan tipped off through friends he would consider coming out of retirement if the price was right. The sea...

Clayton: Warner showed he can still play NFL

Source: John Clayton. 456 days 2 hrs 3 mins

The Cardinals gave Kurt Warner the chance to compete with Matt Leinart for the starting spot, and the 37-year-old quarterback made the most of the opportunity, writes John Clayton.

Clayton: Who might succeed Upshaw? NFL

Source: John Clayton. 460 days 3 mins

Who might the NFLPA select as Gene Upshaw's successor? There are several prominent candidates, John Clayton writes.

Clayton: What's next for NFLPA? NFL

Source: John Clayton. 460 days 1 hrs 3 mins

The NFLPA, reeling from the unexpected death of Gene Upshaw, will move slowly on finding a replacement for him and starting talks on a new labor contract, John Clayton writes.

Clayton: Gene Upshaw played game hard on and off the field NFL

Source: John Clayton. 460 days 3 hrs 3 mins

As a Hall of Fame guard for the Raiders, Gene Upshaw played tough. Those skills served him well as NFLPA executive director, John Clayton writes.

Steelers, Farrior agree to 5-year, $18M extension NFL

Source: John Clayton. 460 days 6 hrs 3 mins

James Farrior's leadership and professionalism were rewarded Thursday when he agreed with the Pittsburgh Steelers to a five-year, $18.25 million extension that included a $5 million signing bonus, a source confirmed.

After holdout ends, Jackson's work begins NFL

Source: John Clayton. 460 days 21 hrs 3 mins

The end of Steven Jackson's holdout was inevitable. The Rams had been wanting to make Jackson one of the highest paid running backs, but Jackson, 25, naturally wanted more. Knowing that this would be ...

Clayton mailbag: Shortened preseason inevitable NFL

Source: John Clayton. 460 days 22 hrs 3 mins

In his latest mailbag, John Clayton tackles questions on Rod Coleman, Alex Smith's future in San Francisco and much more.

Jags' latest offer to Harvey might not get deal done NFL

Source: John Clayton. 461 days 21 hrs 3 mins

The Jaguars slightly improved their offer to unsigned first-round choice Derrick Harvey , but the adjustment may only worsen the negotiations. According to a source, the Jacksonville upped its offer o...

Agent shopping Horn after Falcons cut receiver NFL

Source: John Clayton. 462 days 3 hrs 56 mins

Joe Horn got his wish Tuesday when the Atlanta Falcons granted the receiver his release, his agent, Ralph Vitolo, said.

Source: Vikings QB Jackson has sprained MCL NFL

Source: John Clayton. 464 days 1 hrs 3 mins

An MRI revealed Vikings quarterback Tarvaris Jackson suffered a sprained medial collateral knee ligament during the Vikings 23-15 victory over the Ravens Saturday night, according to a source.

Patriots work to fill offensive line gaps NFL

Source: John Clayton. 465 days 19 hrs 3 mins

The Patriots have tried to buy some insurance policies for their offensive line, but the cost is expensive. New England has signed five veteran offensive linemen. Two of them -- Barry Stokes and Antho...

Source: Pats, Lynch agree to 1-year, 1.5M deal NFL

Source: John Clayton. 466 days 22 hrs 3 mins

The New England Patriots have met with nine-time Pro Bowl safety John Lynch but have not signed him.

Lynch must pass physical with Pats NFL

Source: John Clayton. 467 days 20 hrs 56 mins

Bill Belichick 's interest in former Broncos safety John Lynch is real, as long as Lynch can pass a physical. The need for a hard-hitting situational safety was created last weekend when safety Tank W...

Clayton mailbag: Underdogs lead in QB battles NFL

Source: John Clayton. 468 days 56 mins

In his latest mailbag, John Clayton tackles questions on Daunte Culpepper, Steven Jackson's holdout, the outlook for the Raiders and much more.

Feeley should find new home soon NFL

Source: John Clayton. 468 days 15 hrs 3 mins

Cut from the Miami Dolphins, 32-year-old kicker Jay Feely should find a new home before the start of the regular season. The only problem he is facing is the continued accuracy of the field-goal kicke...

Dolphins make way for rookie, cut kicker Feely NFL

Source: John Clayton. 469 days 6 hrs 3 mins

The Miami Dolphins have cut kicker Jay Feely, a year after he set the team's single-season record for field-goal percentage.

Archuleta agrees with Raiders, to switch positions NFL

Source: John Clayton. 470 days 1 hrs 3 mins

Adam Archuleta agreed to a one-year, $730,000 contract with the Raiders and plans to start his career anew.

Clayton: Vince Young ready to take next step NFL

Source: John Clayton. 470 days 2 hrs 56 mins

The Titans' Vince Young is well on his way to becoming an elite quarterback, writes John Clayton.

Veteran linebacker Spikes finds home with 49ers NFL

Source: John Clayton. 470 days 17 hrs 3 mins

Linebacker Takeo Spikes, one of the best defensive players awaiting a job with a new team, signed with the 49ers, the team announced Sunday night.

Steelers sign QB Leftwich to fill in for injured Batch NFL

Source: John Clayton. 470 days 22 hrs 56 mins

The Steelers filled two injury-created needs Sunday by reaching agreements with quarterback Byron Leftwich and punter Mitch Berger.

Goodell sick of complaints about 80-man roster NFL

Source: John Clayton. 472 days 5 hrs 3 mins

Commissioner Roger Goodell sent a memo to teams ordering them to stop complaining about the 80-man roster. Most coaches and GMs believe the 80-man roster is a disaster because it makes it hard to keep...

Pennington lands apparent starting job with Miami NFL

Source: John Clayton. 472 days 18 hrs 56 mins

Chad Pennington agreed Friday night to a two-year, $11.5 million contract that pretty well locks him into starting, according to a source.

Clayton: History working against Favre, Jets NFL

Source: John Clayton. 473 days 4 hrs 3 mins

Jets fans shouldn't expect Brett Favre to deliver a championship. When Hall of Fame QBs switch teams late in their careers, the results are usually unspectacular, writes John Clayton.

Clayton: Questions, answers on Favre trade NFL

Source: John Clayton. 474 days 13 hrs 56 mins

Favre took on Packers management and lost. Now, he must try to rediscover the itch to play football in the AFC. Here are answers to five questions involving the trade.

Clayton: This deal a downer for Favre NFL

Source: John Clayton. 474 days 15 hrs 3 mins

The deal sending Brett Favre to the Jets isn't a good one for the legendary quarterback, John Clayton writes.

Clayton: Questions, answers on Favre trade NFL

Source: John Clayton. 474 days 15 hrs 3 mins

Favre took on Packers management and lost. Now, he must try to rediscover the itch to play football in the AFC. Here are answers to five questions involving the trade.

Clayton mailbag: Vikings firmly in Jackson's corner NFL

Source: John Clayton. 475 days 3 hrs 3 mins

In his latest mailbag, John Clayton tackles questions on Tarvaris Jackson's mindset, the 49ers' chances, the Steelers' O-line and much more.

First-round pick Rivers signs contract with Bengals NFL

Source: John Clayton. 475 days 17 hrs 3 mins

The Cincinnati Bengals signed first-round pick Keith Rivers Tuesday night, ending a 10-day holdout.

Clayton: Five reasons Favre will start for Green Bay NFL

Source: John Clayton. 476 days 10 hrs 3 mins

Here are John Clayton's five reasons Brett Favre should win the starting QB spot with the Packers.

Injuries pile up for Jaguars NFL

Source: John Clayton. 476 days 23 hrs 3 mins

The Jaguars' offense is in a little bit of trouble. Center Brad Meester saw a specialist to check out his injured biceps muscle. They are down two starting wide receivers, now that Reggie Williams is ...

Grant still in limbo NFL

Source: John Clayton. 476 days 23 hrs 3 mins

As the Brett Favre situation remains a stalemate, there is nothing new on the negotiations for Packers halfback Ryan Grant . The Packers are offering him a $1.75 million signing bonus on a six-year de...

Johnson returning to form NFL

Source: John Clayton. 476 days 23 hrs 3 mins

Larry Johnson is again a beast. On one of his first runs in the Thursday night scrimmage against the Vikings, he leveled rookie safety Tyrell Johnson with a stiff arm and broke downfield for a long tu...

Clayton: Favre wins this ugly contest NFL

Source: John Clayton. 477 days 20 hrs 3 mins

In this ugly battle of wills between the Packers and Brett Favre, the quarterback looks like the winner, John Clayton writes.

Clayton: No one should be surprised by latest Favre move NFL

Source: John Clayton. 478 days 1 hrs 56 mins

No one should be surprised about the latest move in the Brett Favre saga, John Clayton writes.

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