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John Clayton Columns / 12-2008

Broncos lack plan NFL

Source: John Clayton. 325 days 17 hrs 21 mins

Broncos owner Pat Bowlen admitted he didn't have a plan yet to replace Mike Shanahan as head coach, and it sure looks as though Shanahan isn't going to find the right opportunity to keep him in coachi...

Clayton: Colts-Chargers has all the ingredients NFL

Source: John Clayton. 326 days 21 mins

Recent Colts-Chargers matchups have produced good theater. Saturday's wild-card showdown should be no exception, writes John Clayton.

Shanahan firing a surprise NFL

Source: John Clayton. 326 days 17 hrs 21 mins

From the terse statement Broncos owner Pat Bowlen put out Tuesday about the firing of coach Mike Shanahan , it appears the two must have had an argument about the direction of the team, particularly t...

Sources: Cowher won't interview for Jets job NFL

Source: John Clayton. 327 days 4 hrs 21 mins

Former Pittsburgh Steelers coach Bill Cowher, who rejected a chance to become head coach of the Browns over the weekend, is not going to interview for the head coaching position of the New York Jets, according to multiple sources.

Lions quickly start search NFL

Source: John Clayton. 327 days 19 hrs 21 mins

The Lions fired Rod Marinelli as expected and moved quickly to set up interviews. This week, they will talk to Giants defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo and Titans defensive coordinator Jim Schwart...

Clayton: Key AFC playoffs questions NFL

Source: John Clayton. 328 days 14 hrs 21 mins

After the dust settled Sunday, these are the 10 burning questions for the AFC playoffs, John Clayton writes.

Week 17 inactives NFL

Source: John Clayton. 329 days 2 hrs 21 mins

Week 17 inactive players for Sunday's games.

Browns' decisions could take time NFL

Source: John Clayton. 330 days 19 hrs 21 mins

Browns owner Randy Lerner hasn't notified anyone of his timetable for deciding the fates of coach Romeo Crennel and general manager Phil Savage. Announcements may not come until the middle of next wee...

Clayton: Week 17 injury report NFL

Source: John Clayton. 330 days 21 hrs 14 mins

John Clayton tracks down injury updates for Week 17 of the 2008 NFL season.

Clayton: Pennington's magic ride could ruin Jets' season NFL

Source: John Clayton. 331 days 2 hrs 21 mins

A victory by Chad Pennington and the Dolphins over the Jets would be the ultimate insult in the marquee matchup of Week 17, John Clayton writes.

Clayton mailbag: Dimitroff is top executive NFL

Source: John Clayton. 333 days 2 hrs 21 mins

Falcons GM Tom Dimitroff has surpassed the Jets' Mike Tannenbaum as the leading candidate for executive of the year, John Clayton writes in his latest mailbag.

Singletary could get word soon NFL

Source: John Clayton. 333 days 17 hrs 21 mins

The most interesting part of Sunday's game between the 49ers and the Redskins may be what happens afterward. Interim coach Mike Singletary , who is 4-4 since taking over, may find out early if the tea...

AFC reigns supreme again NFL

Source: John Clayton. 334 days 17 hrs 21 mins

The Eagles' tie with the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 11 may or may not have cost Philly a trip to the playoffs, but it did assure one thing: The AFC won't lose the inter-conference competition against ...

Week 16 inactives NFL

Source: John Clayton. 336 days 3 hrs 21 mins

Week 16 inactive players for Sunday's games.

Cardinals at a loss without Boldin NFL

Source: John Clayton. 337 days 19 hrs 21 mins

The Cardinals will be at a serious disadvantage if wide receiver Anquan Boldin doesn't play against New England because of a shoulder injury he suffered Sunday against the Vikings. There is a good cha...

Clayton: Adversity not affecting Titans' focus NFL

Source: John Clayton. 339 days 1 hrs 21 mins

The Titans will be without their two best defensive players against Pittsburgh, but they're going to concede the AFC's No. 1 seed without a fight, writes John Clayton.

Draft didn't ice Fletcher NFL

Source: John Clayton. 339 days 16 hrs 14 mins

Redskins middle linebacker London Fletcher made strong comments about being snubbed in the Pro Bowl voting, but he can't totally use the fact he was undrafted as the reason he was passed over. Fletche...

Clayton mailbag: Steel Curtain II? NFL

Source: John Clayton. 339 days 23 hrs 21 mins

This season's Steelers defense conjures memories of the 70s' Steel Curtain. Where does it rank historically? John Clayton considers that, and your questions.

There's no T.O. in Pro Bowl NFL

Source: John Clayton. 340 days 2 hrs 14 mins

It will be interesting to see Terrell Owens ' reaction to not making the Pro Bowl. Owens was fourth in the NFC in the fan vote at wide receiver, but players and coaches voted him down. Basically, play...

Clayton: NFC East should dominate Pro Bowl voting NFL

Source: John Clayton. 341 days 3 hrs 21 mins

They have been dominant on the field this season, and with the Pro Bowl announcement coming, the NFC East should have a large representation heading to Hawaii, writes John Clayton.

Chiefs' Edwards on shaky ground NFL

Source: John Clayton. 341 days 16 hrs 21 mins

By announcing he is going to look outside the organization to replace outgoing team president Carl Peterson , Chiefs owner Clark Hunt has put coach Herm Edwards on notice that his job might be in jeop...

Clayton: Q&A on instant replay NFL

Source: John Clayton. 341 days 18 hrs 21 mins

Santonio Holmes' controversial touchdown catch in the Steelers' win over the Ravens on Sunday sparked another debate about replay. John Clayton provides questions -- and answers -- about the hot topic.

Week 15 inactives NFL

Source: John Clayton. 343 days 3 hrs 21 mins

Week 15 inactive players for Sunday's games.

Giants RB Jacobs ruled out against Cowboys NFL

Source: John Clayton. 345 days 1 hrs 21 mins

The New York Giants have ruled out halfback Brandon Jacobs for Sunday's game against the Dallas Cowboys.

Suspended players in the clear NFL

Source: John Clayton. 345 days 17 hrs 21 mins

Judge Pat Magnuson's decision to extend the preliminary injunction against the NFL's suspension of five players for violating the league's anti-doping policy is a huge short-term victory for Pat Willi...

Clayton: Ravens capture Steelers' attention NFL

Source: John Clayton. 345 days 21 hrs 14 mins

When the Ravens come knocking on the Steelers' door, Pittsburgh stands at attention, John Clayton writes.

Vikes' Williamses likely in this week NFL

Source: John Clayton. 346 days 17 hrs 21 mins

Pat and Kevin Williams appear to be safe from suspension for a second week because of some helpful timing issues in their case in a federal court in Minneapolis. Judge Paul Magnuson , who is overseein...

Williamses beating the system? NFL

Source: John Clayton. 346 days 23 hrs 21 mins

With no timetable set for any hearings, the Vikings may be able to keep defensive tackles Kevin and Pat Williams active for the rest of the regular season. Obviously, the situation could change on a d...

Pats in bind over Bruschi NFL

Source: John Clayton. 346 days 23 hrs 21 mins

The Patriots face an interesting decision involving linebacker Tedy Bruschi . Bruschi flew back to Boston to undergo tests for an injured knee after Sunday's win in Seattle. Bruschi doesn't need to ha...

Clayton Mailbag: Sacks in decline NFL

Source: John Clayton. 347 days 1 hrs 21 mins

The leaguewide drop-off in sacks shouldn't be surprising, John Clayton writes in this edition of his mailbag.

Source: Wanting youth, Lions cut corner Kelly NFL

Source: John Clayton. 348 days 3 hrs 21 mins

The Lions terminated the three-year, $8.5 million contract of Brian Kelly on Tuesday, a source told ESPN.com.

Week 14 inactives NFL

Source: John Clayton. 350 days 3 hrs 21 mins

Week 14 inactive players for Sunday's games.

Smith, McAllister return to Saints in ruling's wake NFL

Source: John Clayton. 351 days 2 hrs 21 mins

The Saints have added defensive end Will Smith and running back Deuce McAllister to the active roster of 53 players, so both will be available to play on Sunday after a judge put their suspensions on hold pending a decision on the NFLPA's lawsuit.

Clayton: Southern comfort, conflict NFL

Source: John Clayton. 352 days 6 hrs 21 mins

The 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.

Williams duo may play for Vikings vs. Lions NFL

Source: John Clayton. 352 days 17 hrs 21 mins

While the NFLPA and the NFL are more concerned about the integrity and the management of the steroid program, fans care more about the playing status of the four players involved in the StarCaps case,...

Clayton: Southern comfort, conflict NFL

Source: John Clayton. 352 days 21 hrs 21 mins

The 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.

Clayton: Playoff dark horses NFL

Source: John Clayton. 353 days 3 hrs 21 mins

The Dolphins and Falcons are flying under the radar, but both teams have a lot going for them as the playoffs near, writes John Clayton.

Losman gets tryout with Bills NFL

Source: John Clayton. 353 days 17 hrs 14 mins

Even though Trent Edwards is day to day with a groin injury, expect J.P. Losman to start Sunday even though the team may not announce a starting quarterback until later in the week or even Sunday. In ...

Clayton Mailbag: Browns need Cowher NFL

Source: John Clayton. 354 days 21 mins

The Browns need to make landing Bill Cowher their No. 1 priority, John Clayton writes in this edition of his mailbag.

Giants have outs with Burress NFL

Source: John Clayton. 354 days 17 hrs 14 mins

The way the Giants structured the new contract of wide receiver Plaxico Burress in Septermber makes it easy for them to release him after the season if they wish. After this season, he has $5.86 milli...

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