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John Clayton joined ESPN in August 1995 as an NFL analyst and commentator and is seen, heard and read across nearly all of the company's outlets. He also regularly contributes to ESPN.com, ESPN Radio and ESPN The Magazine.

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Saints' Thomas slapped with four-game 'roid suspension New Window
The Saints suffered a big blow to their defense Tuesday when they found out defensive tackle Hollis Thomas, who is having a career year, is being suspended for four games because he violated the league's steroid policy due to asthma medication he takes.
John Clayton, ESPN.com | 4 hours ago

Good injury news for Bears' Harris IN New Window
It appears the Bears dodged a bullet with the knee injury to Pro Bowl defensive tackle Tommie Harris . Lovie Smith says the injury, a knee sprain, isn't season ending. With four virtually meaningless ...
John Clayton | 22 hours ago

Clayton: Bush TD landslide buries 49ers New Window
The 49ers had no answer for Saints rookie running back Reggie Bush, who finally had his breakout game, John Clayton writes.
John Clayton, ESPN.com | Sunday, December 3

Clayton: Once again, AFC reigning supreme over NFC New Window
This was supposed to be the year the NFC gained ground on the AFC, but that hasn't been the case, writes John Clayton.
John Clayton, ESPN.com | Saturday, December 2

Raiders could use a leg up IN New Window
The Raiders will audition kickers because of the back injury suffered by kicker Sebastian Janikowski . Former Chicago Bears kicker Paul Edinger is the biggest name among the kickers the Raiders will s...
John Clayton | Thursday, November 30

Texans get fast look at Gatlin IN New Window
Gary Kubiak made it sound as though Justin Gatlin 's workout with the Houston Texans was just an interesting look-see at a great, fast athlete. Gatlin, who has the world's fastest time in the 100 mete...
John Clayton | Wednesday, November 29

Sprinting to NFL? Texans work out Gatlin New Window
The Houston Texans worked out the world's fastest man, Justin Gatlin, on Tuesday, but that doesn't mean he's making a fast entrance into the NFL.
John Clayton, ESPN.com | November 29, 2006

Clayton: First ... and 10 for Week 13 New Window
The Cowboys-Giants rematch highlights Week 13 and so much has happened since the first time they met, most of it good for Dallas and bad for New York, writes John Clayton.
John Clayton, ESPN.com | Thursday, November 30

Walsh demotion tough, necessary IN New Window
Though the decision was tough to demote offensive coordinator Tom Walsh, Art Shell needed to make a move to win back some of the frustrated Raiders players on offense. The offense simply wasn't workin...
John Clayton | November 28, 2006

Hasselbeck has to go through his own speed drills New Window
With its two stars -- Shaun Alexander and Matt Hasselbeck -- back, Seattle's ready for the stretch run, writes John Clayton.
John Clayton, ESPN.com | November 28, 2006

Clayton: Ravens embarrass Steelers and love every minute of it New Window
The Ravens' win over the Steelers guaranteed that any talk about Super Bowl contenders must include Baltimore.
John Clayton, ESPN.com | November 26, 2006

Clayton: Newsome deserves credit for Ravens' success New Window
Ozzie Newsome's smart use of the draft and free agency has the Ravens geared up for a Super Bowl run, writes John Clayton.
John Clayton, ESPN.com | November 25, 2006

Clayton: Scheduling a playoff trip New Window
With all the focus on the playoffs at this point, John Clayton breaks down the remaining schedules by division to see what the playoff picture might look like.
John Clayton, ESPN.com | November 24, 2006

How healthy is Favre? IN New Window
Brett Favre insisted he will play Monday night against the Seahawks, With 231 consecutive starts behind him, you'd have to agree. Still, his description of the nerve injury affecting his right elbow d...
John Clayton | November 22, 2006

Clayton: First ... and 10 for Week 12 New Window
While Indy-Philly once looked like the marquee matchup, it's a possible Super Bowl preview when the Bears visit the Patriots that highlights Week 12, writes John Clayton.
John Clayton, ESPN.com | November 22, 2006

Chiefs can give thanks to Herm IN New Window
Some good strategy has been used by some coaches who have to deal with the difficulties of playing a Week 11 game on Sunday and coming back for a Thanksgiving game four days later. Herm Edwards of the...
John Clayton | November 21, 2006

Clayton: Lightning strikes twice for Chargers New Window
Thanks to Philip Rivers' ability to forget, the Chargers have another win they'll remember for a long time, writes John Clayton.
John Clayton, ESPN.com | November 20, 2006

Quick hits on Week 12 IN New Window
Don't rush to judgment on Brett Favre 's elbow injury. Early reports are he should be probable for the Monday night game against the Seahawks. But it's too early to make a determination, according to ...
John Clayton | November 19, 2006

Clayton: Speed rushers taking a toll on O-linemen New Window
Offensive linemen have been dropping like flies, and John Clayton thinks increased speed on defense is a big reason why.
John Clayton, ESPN.com | November 18, 2006

WR Lelie may recoup $220,000 repayment to Broncos New Window
Ashley Lelie may be able to recoup the $220,000 repayment he made to the Broncos after an arbiter ruled in the receiver's favor.
John Clayton, ESPN.com | November 17, 2006

Surgery likely for Leftwich IN New Window
The usually cheery Byron Leftwich was a little grumpy Thursday. He refused to discuss his injured ankle, telling reporters he won't say anything about the ankle until next Tuesday. That gave everyone ...
John Clayton | November 16, 2006

Clayton: First ... and 10 for Week 11 New Window
Things are heating up in the AFC West and the battle between the Broncos and the red-hot Chargers highlights Week 11, writes John Clayton.
John Clayton, ESPN.com | November 16, 2006

Green to start for Chiefs New Window
Herman Edwards planned on starting Trent Green once he was cleared to practice and he was cleared for contact. Edwards even admitted during Wednesday's post-practice press conference that he was tryin...
John Clayton | November 15, 2006

QB job in Green's capable hands IN New Window
Herman Edwards planned on starting Trent Green once he was cleared to practice and he was cleared for contact. Edwards even admitted during Wednesday's post-practice news conference that he was trying...
John Clayton | November 15, 2006

Testaverde to ease Brady's burden New Window
The Patriots' signing of 43-year-old quarterback Vinny Testaverde had nothing to do with injuries. If anything, the move was made for the mental health of quarterback Tom Brady. Having Testaverde arou...
John Clayton | November 14, 2006

Switch to Campbell makes sense IN New Window
Joe Gibbs was going to go to Jason Campbell sometime soon. After losing to the Eagles and effectively falling out of the NFC East race, the time was now. Even though Gibbs loves the way quarterback Ma...
John Clayton | November 13, 2006

Clayton: Heroes come in all shapes, sizes for Seahawks New Window
Maybe it's Nate Burleson. Or Seneca Wallace. Or Maurice Morris. Or Josh Brown. There's certainly no shortage of heroes in Seattle, writes John Clayton.
John Clayton, ESPN.com | November 12, 2006

Clayton: Heroes come in all shapes, sizes for Seahawks New Window
Maybe it's Nate Burleson. Or Seneca Wallace. Or Josh Brown. There's no shortage of heroes in Seattle, writes John Clayton.
John Clayton, ESPN.com | November 12, 2006

Campbell's time getting closer IN New Window
Every Monday, Joe Gibbs assembles his assistants for a staff meeting. The subject of third sting quarterback Jason Campbell comes up. Each week, Gibbs goes around the room and has an open discussion o...
John Clayton | November 12, 2006

Clayton: Pocket passers still producing the best results New Window
Recent QB changes might suggest that pocket passers are losing stature in today's NFL. But that's not the case, writes John Clayton.
John Clayton, ESPN.com | November 11, 2006

Glenn's 'quad injury' more serious IN New Window
Cowboys coach Bill Parcells made an interesting revelation about the injury to wide receiver Terry Glenn. Glenn missed his second day of practice with what is reported as a quad injury. Parcells revea...
John Clayton | November 9, 2006

Clayton: First ... and 10 for Week 10 New Window
The Bears and Giants have emerged at the NFC's best. Their matchup in the Meadowlands highlights an interesting Week 10, writes John Clayton.
John Clayton, ESPN.com | November 9, 2006

No changes at free safety for Tuna IN New Window
Bill Parcells doesn't plan changes at free safety for now, but he reserves the right to do so if things don't improve. Last Sunday against the Redskins, Keith Davis and Marcus Coleman played free safe...
John Clayton | November 8, 2006

Clayton: Games to watch in second half New Window
John Clayton previews the best games of the second half, starting with a huge NFC matchup between the Bears and Giants Sunday night.
John Clayton, ESPN.com | November 8, 2006

NFL to decide Brayton discipline New Window
The NFL plans to rule Wednesday on whether to suspend Raiders defensive end Tyler Brayton, who was caught by the ESPN Monday Night Football cameras kicking Seahawks tight end Jerramy Stevens in the gr...
John Clayton | November 7, 2006

Clayton: Blitz works wonders for Seahawks New Window
The Seahawks needed a lift and defensive coordinator John Marshall provided it with a blitz package that knocked the Raiders cold.
John Clayton, ESPN.com | November 7, 2006

With crack still in foot, Alexander's return still uncertain New Window
Halfback Shaun Alexander will have another X-ray of his injured foot Tuesday morning, but there is no guarantee he will be able to play in Sunday's game against the Rams.
John Clayton, ESPN.com | November 7, 2006

McGahee injury could cripple Bills IN New Window
McGahee aching: The Bills aren't saying how badly halfback Willis McGahee is hurt, but it's apparent he suffered a cracked or a badly bruised rib or ribs and could be out a week or two. The fact he ha...
John Clayton | November 5, 2006

Clayton: Huard lifts Chiefs into playoff hunt New Window
Damon Huard or Trent Green? Huard has played so well that it's going to be a hard decision for Herman Edwards, writes John Clayton.
John Clayton, ESPN.com | November 5, 2006

Clayton: Runners must make most of time New Window
Running backs might have an easier time getting into the Hall of Fame than landing long-term contracts, writes John Clayton.
John Clayton, ESPN.com | November 4, 2006

Clayton: Week 9 injury updates IN New Window
John Clayton gives injury updates on all 28 teams playing this weekend.
John Clayton, ESPN.com | November 3, 2006

Clayton: Week 10 injury updates IN New Window
John Clayton gives injury updates on all 32 teams playing this weekend.
John Clayton, ESPN.com | November 3, 2006

Clayton: Week 11 injury updates IN New Window
John Clayton gives injury updates on all 32 teams playing this weekend.
John Clayton, ESPN.com | November 3, 2006

Clayton: Week 12 injury updates IN New Window
John Clayton gives injury updates on all 26 teams playing this Sunday.
John Clayton, ESPN.com | November 3, 2006

Clayton: Week 13 injury updates IN New Window
John Clayton gives injury updates on all 26 teams playing this Sunday.
John Clayton, ESPN.com | November 3, 2006

Bears sign center Kreutz to three-year extension New Window
Four years ago, Olin Kreutz had the opportunity to make more money by leaving the Chicago Bears and going to the Miami Dolphins. He wanted to stay a Bear.
John Clayton, ESPN.com | November 2, 2006

Eagles DT Patterson inks seven-year, $32M extension New Window
At 5-foot-11, Mike Patterson didn't tower over other top defensive tackles available in the 2005 draft, but now he can say he towers over his draft class financially.
John Clayton, ESPN.com | November 2, 2006

Clayton: First ... and 10 for Week 9 New Window
Colts-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.
John Clayton, ESPN.com | November 2, 2006

Blame runs through Palmer, too IN New Window
Carson Palmer did an interesting thing Wednesday -- he took the blame for some of the problems with the Bengals offense. Halfback Rudi Johnson is complaining about not getting the ball enough. A coupl...
John Clayton | November 1, 2006

Merriman picks good time to sit New Window
Shawne Merriman made the right move in dropping his appeal of his four-game suspension for a steroid product found in a supplement. The Chargers linebacker could have gone to a hearing next Tuesday in...
John Clayton | October 31, 2006

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