Does Moss have anything left for comeback? Former coaches disagree
One coach who worked with Randy Moss in 2010 says he still has the speed to be dangerous. Another is more pessimistic: 'I don't think he has anything left.' Either way, Clark Judge says there will be takers when Moss returns. 

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Rams should listen to offers for No. 2 pick, and take highest bidder
Plenty of teams are going to be hot after RGIII in the upcoming draft. But the Rams, who own the No. 2 pick, already have Sam Bradford. Clark Judge says they should trade the pick to the highest bidder, then reap the rewards. 

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No one believes Terrell Owens' media conspiracy theory except T.O.
Terrell Owens is a model teammate any NFL team would be lucky to have. Per T.O., that is. Clark Judge says the truth is Owens, 38 and coming off major knee surgery, is radioactive -- and no NFL club will touch him. 

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Eli vs. Peyton? Eli or classmate Big Ben is an even better question
Super Bowl MVPs and titles stoke Eli and Peyton Manning debates. But Clark Judge says the standout Giants quarterback is an even more intriguing comparison with 2004 draft classmate Ben Roethlisberger. 

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Big Blue Redux? History says Giants repeat highly unlikely
The Giants can win it all again. But Clark Judge says two divisional obstacles, the Eagles (4 straight closing wins) and Cowboys, plus a helping of history say Big Blue won't hoist the Lombardi Trophy next season. 

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Five plays that won XLVI for the Giants and lost it for Patriots
The Mario Manningham catch and Eli Manning throw. A tough drop, a bad penalty and a questionable decision. Clark Judge looks at five plays that turned Super Bowl XLVI. 

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Judgements: Manningham's catch review surprised him a little
Mario Manningham's sideline catch evokes David Tyree memories, a big grab keeps the winning drive alive for eventual champion Giants. But Clark Judge says the refs' review left Manningham wondering if he'd be a hero. 

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Pats need Scarnecchia to stop Giants' D, but it's easier said than done
Don't look at Rob Gronkowski for the Patriots' fate in Super Bowl XLVI. Look at O-line coach Dante Scarnecchia, who must find a way to keep the Giants off of Tom Brady. Clark Judge says this may be a puzzle he'll never get to solve. 

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Giants' Gilbride's phone doesn't ring, which is music to Coughlin's ears
There's no getting away from hearing about the Giants' big-play potential. But what about the man who calls the plays? Clark Judge says it's high time Kevin Gilbride gets another shot at running his own team. 

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Brady great, but he needs fourth title to really be compared with Montana
Tom Brady gets another chance to match his hero's Super Bowl rings. Will he go down in history as better than Joe Montana? Clark Judge starts the discussion, but says the debate shouldn't begin until Brady wins No. 4. 

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McCourty descends from primary prospect to secondary suspect
In 2010, Devin McCourty was a rookie sensation. In 2011, he was one of the NFL's most ineffective cornerbacks. Coaches tell Clark Judge that McCourty lost his confidence after New England's switch to a 4-3 put him in a bad spot. 

Humbled Ochocinco contents himself with Pats' winning hand
Chad Ochocinco finally gets to a Super Bowl, but Clark Judge says it's not how anyone could have imagined. 

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Pats wouldn't let Welker walk as free agent ... would they?
Wes Welker's contract is set to expire in March. Surprised? Clark Judge is perplexed that New England hasn't locked up its most valuable wide receiver -- one who has caught 554 passes in five seasons as Patriot. 

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Gronkowski says he'll play, but high ankle sprains aren't easy to shake off
Rob Gronkowski says he'll play in Super Bowl XLVI despite a high ankle sprain. Maurkice Pouncey said the same thing last year, and didn't play in SB XLV. A physician tells Clark Judge he'll be surprised if he plays. 

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Ten Burning Questions: Eli-Peyton, Brady-Belichick legacy, Coughlin
Eli or Peyton? Tom or Joe? The QB debates flare up as Eli Manning tries to surpass his brother's title total and Tom Brady seeks to match his hero, Joe Montana. These are the things Clark Judge wonders about. 

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Giants ride 'catalyst' Umenyiora to Super Bowl, but future uncertain
Osi Umenyiora squawked about his contract in the summer, but hasn't let it hurt his play. The key to New York's defense even as a part-time player, Umenyiora and the Giants are in for an awkward offseason, Clark Judge says. 

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Improved Giants defense could be Super nemesis to Brady again
A major concern only weeks ago, the Giants defense has suddenly become a strength in the playoffs. Clark Judge says forget the regular-season numbers -- the Giants look capable of stopping Tom Brady in a Super Bowl again. 

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Flacco's play warrants long-term investment by Ravens
John Harbaugh pulls no punches following the AFC title game: Joe Flacco is the Ravens' quarterback for the future. Clark Judge notes Flacco, 49-24 as a starter, should help them keep winning for years to come. 

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Championship Judgements: Giants, Pats get it done on 'D' when it counts
In the Year of Offense, the Super Bowl will feature the defenses ranked No. 27 (Giants) and No. 31 (Patriots) in the NFL. But that was during the regular season, Clark Judge says, and chances are, defense will make an impact in Indy. 

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Ravens aren't heading to the Super Bowl, but don't blame Flacco
Joe Flacco may have outplayed Tom Brady in the AFC Championship Game, but he's not going to the Super Bowl. Clark Judge says it's not Flacco's fault. It's Billy Cundiff's. Or maybe it was Lee Evans. Take your pick. 

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Peek at the Week: Plenty of mud, bad blood with Super Bowl berth at stake
As one Giant says, this won't be cute. No, championship Sunday is not for the meek and mild -- with nasty weather in San Francisco and an angry Ravens D facing Tom Brady. Clark Judge says only the strongest survive. 

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AFC crown would give Ravens coach Harbaugh recognition he deserves
Four years in Baltimore, four playoff appearances -- and two berths in the AFC title game. What does John Harbaugh have to do to get recognized as an elite head coach? Clark Judge says get to the Super Bowl, apparently. 

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Not many outside of Baltimore expect (or want) Ravens to beat Patriots
Locals back their Ravens and want another title to rub in the face of the city that stole their Colts. But Clark Judge wonders why so few others give them a chance to beat the Pats, or want to see them do it. 

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Niners reconnecting present with DeBartolo-era glory days
Finally prominent again, the Niners are now just a win away from the Super Bowl. But Clark Judge says they've also managed to complete the circle by bringing their former dynasty builders back into the fold. 

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Smith, Flacco among those who stand to gain most with Super berth
Who needs to win the most on Sunday? Clark Judge identifies a handful of oft-maligned NFL luminaries who could use a Super reputation boost, like Alex Smith and his team's owners, and Joe Flacco and his coordinator. 

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Niners, Giants can win playoff games with defense, just like good old days
The Giants and Niners put up big points over the weekend -- and contained two of the most prolific offenses in NFL history. Winning with defense? Clark Judge says it's about time, and it's a big reason to look forward to the NFC title game. 

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Divisional Judgements: This just in -- defense still wins championships
The Giants and Ravens move on thanks to defense. The 49ers did enough to stop the Saints and even the Pats made some stops. Clark Judge says the old playoff truism still holds -- defense wins championships. 

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Smith more than proves worth as he leads 49ers to NFC title game
Perhaps that will quiet the Alex Smith doubters. The Niners' signal-caller provides two TDs in the final 2:12 to help stun the Saints 36-32. Clark Judge says San Francisco is rewarded for having faith in its quarterback. 

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Peek at the Week: Broncos, Saints have tough, winnable road matchups
Tebow Time struck again. Drew Brees' Saints were electric. The Giants are rolling and the Texans took off. But all are on the road this week. Clark Judge says don't count them out, as long as they stick to the plan. 

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Patriots, Packers worst on defense? Rankings don't tell story
Numbers can tell the story. Or not. Super Bowl favorites, the Patriots and Packers, are ranked at the bottom of the defensive rankings, but Clark Judge says that doesn't paint an accurate picture. 

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Smith will have to be more than game manager for Niners to beat Saints
Alex Smith has been great managing games while playing with a lead, but leads are hard to come by against the Saints. Clark Judge says if Smith wants to ditch the Trent Dilfer comparisons, he needs to come up big in his first playoff start. 

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Wild-card Judgements: Another disappointing finish for Falcons
The Falcons are once again one-and-done in the postseason. Atlanta falls to 0-3 in the playoffs under Mike Smith and Matt Ryan, and Clark Judge says the honeymoon is officially over for the coach and quarterback. 

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Giants finding formula that could add up to stunner in Green Bay
The defense is in top form. Eli Manning is making big plays. And the running game has found its legs. The Giants are ready for their visit to Green Bay. Consider this a warning, Packers, Clark Judge says. 

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Peek at the Week: Falcons, Lions face tough wild-card road tests
The Texans may be in their first playoffs, but they're home. Clark Judge says the real pressure this weekend will be on the Lions and Falcons, who are facing two of the hottest teams coming into the playoffs. 

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Rivers' audible on Turner convinces Chargers brass to retain coach
A month ago, Norv Turner was toast. Then he gets two breaks. The Chargers win four of their last five. After that, Clark Judge says, Philip Rivers speaks favorably of Turner, which convinces Dean Spanos to keep him. 

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Postseason awards: We really need three MVP trophies this season
One isn't enough. Three's more like it when handing out MVP hardware this season, with Aaron Rodgers, Drew Brees and Tom Brady all deserving. Alas, Clark Judge presents only one -- but he has a passel of other awards. 

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Keeping Reid right choice for Eagles -- because no replacement's better
Eagles coach Andy Reid had a tough year, not producing with a club loaded with hype and expectation. Clark Judge says that while Reid and the club largely failed, Jeff Lurie does the right thing by keeping a proven winner. 

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Turning points: Six crazy plays that killed six seasons
Philip Rivers' fumbled snap. Marion Barber running out of bounds. Eric Smith's uncontained blitz that made Tim Tebow and sank the Jets. Clark Judge looks at six plays that kept six teams from the playoffs. 

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Now hitting stride at right time, Giants could make surprise run in playoffs
The Giants are no longer sleeping. Clark Judge says after a troubling four-game losing streak, the newly crowned NFC East champs are peaking at the right time and are capable of a surprise run in the playoffs. 

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Judgements: Lions' loss means Falcons luck out with fifth seed
There's no reason to throw Atlanta a pity party for finishing fifth in the NFC. Clark Judge says the Falcons are the happiest guys outside of Indianapolis these days because they won't have to face the Saints next weekend.