-
Follow Us
On Facebook
On Flipboard
On Twitter
Free Newsletters
On YouTube
20 NFL players who were one-season wonders
Most would consider just one great season in the NFL better than none — even if the promise was there for more good times in the future. In the spirit of something is better than nothing, here's a look at our picks for some of the better one-year wonders (in chronological order) in NFL history.
Illinois Football Recruiting Buzz: Quarterback Michael Clayton Takes Flight
As Illinois football prepares to kick off its season against Western Illinois on Friday at Memorial Stadium (6:30 p.m. CT, Peacock), the future of the program has already begun assembling – and making noise – on high school fields across the country.
Entertainment News / Total Apex Entertainment / June 16
Top 10 Movies To Watch This Week on Paramount Plus | June 15-21, 2025
So you’re stuck in scrolling purgatory again, huh? Endlessly thumbing through Paramount Plus, hoping something jumps out. We’ve been there. That’s why we pulled together the Top 10 Movies you would actually want to watch this week—no fluff, no filler.
The 'Receiving leaders by NFL team' quiz
How many of the career leaders in receiving yards for every NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?
College Football News / College Football Talk / January 27
Big Ten Spotlight: Three programs off to hot starts 
Four-star quarterback Michael Clayton II is part of an impressive early 2026 haul for Illinois.
The 25 greatest receiving performances from one NFL playoff run
The increasingly pass-focused NFL continues to see wide receivers and tight ends play central roles in Super Bowl journeys. Here are the best yardage performances by pass catchers during a single playoffs throughout NFL history.
College Football News / Illinois Fighting Illini on SI / November 10, 2024
Illinois Football Lands Coveted Quarterback Recruit, First Commit of 2026
Illinois football's gains on the field appear to finally be spilling over to the recruiting trail. On Sunday, Michael Clayton II, a top quarterback recruit from Sanford, Florida, committed to play for Illinois and coach Bret Bielema.
NFL News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / November 9, 2024
2026 4-Star QB Michael Clayton II Has Nebraska Football in Top 7
Nebraska football remains in the hunt for another talented 2026 quarterback. Michael Clayton II is a four-star (Rivals) quarterback from Sanford, Florida.
South Carolina Gamecocks News / South Carolina Gamecocks on SI / October 4, 2024
2025 Michael Clayton Talks His Recent Offer From South Carolina
2025 ATH talks his recent offer from the Gamecocks. Three-star ATH Michael Clayton is currently commited to Rutgers, but Monday he recived an offers from South Caroloina and had this to say.
Entertainment News / IndieWire / September 9, 2024
‘Relay’ Review: Riz Ahmed Gets His Own ‘Michael Clayton’ in This Fun, Twisty, and Supremely Confident Homage to Classic Paranoid Thrillers
TIFF: “Hell or High Water" director David Mackenzie does what he does best: Making the kind of movie he's never made before.
NFL News / Husker Big Red / August 12, 2024
Nebraska football trending up with some 2026 quarterbacks
Quarterback recruiting is on a different timeline than other positions and that’s why the visit of four-star quarterback Michael Clayton is important for Nebraska football.
2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10
With the month of September in the books, both the top college prospects and 2026 NFL draft order are coming into focus. Here's a look at our latest first-round NFL mock draft as of October 13, 2025.
NFL News / Husker Big Red / July 14, 2024
A new quarterback to know in 2026 class for Nebraska football
Nebraska football has landed three Elite 11 quarterbacks in the past two classes and now the focus, at least in terms of quarterback recruiting is on 2026.
Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / July 6, 2024
EXCLUSIVE: Where Jonathan Smith, MSU Football Stand with Top QB Target
Quarterback Michael Clayton of Seminole High School in Florida has been rising as a top target in 2026. He has 26 offers, including top programs like Auburn, Miami, Iowa, South Carolina, Virginia Tech and the Michigan State Spartans.
Three -Star Michael Clayton II Earns South Carolina Offer
Head coach Shane Beamer and the Gamecocks extend offer to 2026 three-star QB, Michael Clayton II out of Sanford, FL. Tuesday has been an eventful night in the Gamecocks class of 2026.
Remember Michael Clayton's awesome rookie season?
In the first round of the 2004 NFL draft, the Bucs spent the No. 15 overall pick on LSU wide receiver Michael Clayton, hoping to land their WR1 of the future to pair with veteran speedster Joey Galloway.
NFL News / Rock M Nation / June 18, 2024
Mizzou Football Offers 2026 Four-Star Quarterback Michael Clayton II
The Morning Commute for Tuesday, June 18 Today we’re talking about Mizzou Football recruiting. As we all know, Mizzou Football is starting to build a 2025 recruiting class that could end up being something special.
Michigan State Spartans News / Michigan State Spartans on SI / June 11, 2024
Michigan State Offers Scholarship to Class of 2026 3-Star QB
Coach Jonathan Smith and Michigan State remain active on the recruiting trail. Coach Smith and his coaching staff have increased their recruiting efforts over the last few weeks, as the Spartans are a few weeks away from the official start of the Smith era in East Lansing.
WATCH & LISTEN: The Enigma of Nick Saban from LSU’s perspective. Former LSU great Michael Clayton talks the GOAT
TigerRag.com’s Audibles podcast hosted by Camryn Conner – Episode 53 – January 11 2024 – The Enigma of Nick Saban from LSU’s perspective. Former LSU wide receiver great Michael Clayton talks about the GOAT and, [...] The post WATCH & LISTEN: The Enigma of Nick Saban from LSU’s perspective.
Tom Wilkinson, Oscar-Nominated ‘Michael Clayton’ and ‘In the Bedroom’ Actor, Dead at 75
Wilkinson's storied career also included roles in "Shakespeare in Love," "The Full Monty," and "The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel."
Entertainment News / Rolling Stone / December 30, 2023
Tom Wilkinson, British Actor Who Starred in ‘The Full Monty’ and ‘Batman Begins,’ Dead at 75
Longtime character actor was nominated for Oscars for In the Bedroom and Michael Clayton
One-season wonders: NFL players who had one good season
In the spirit of something is better than nothing, here's a look at our picks for some of the better one-year wonders (in chronological order) in NFL history.
Breaking News
Trending News
Customize Your Newsletter
+
Get the latest news and rumors, customized to your favorite sports and teams. Emailed daily. Always free!
Popular Quizzes
Today's Latest News
MY ACCOUNT SUBSCRIBE ADVERTISE JOBS FAQ
PRIVACY POLICY EDITORIAL POLICY CONTACT US
ABOUT YARDBARKER TERMS OF SERVICE
PRIVACY POLICY EDITORIAL POLICY CONTACT US
ABOUT YARDBARKER TERMS OF SERVICE
Copyright 2025 YB Media, LLC.
All rights reserved.
Use of this website (including any and all parts and
components) constitutes your acceptance of these
Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
This site is for entertainment purposes only.
There is no gambling offered on this site.
Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-Gambler.
Use of this website (including any and all parts and
components) constitutes your acceptance of these
Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
This site is for entertainment purposes only.
There is no gambling offered on this site.
Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-Gambler.