By Madison Williams Roger Goodell said the longtime reporter “helped bring fans closer to the game they loved.” View the original article to see embedded media. Longtime NFL reporter John Clayton passed away at the age of 67 on Friday. He worked at ESPN covering professional football for 22 years. In a press release, NFL commissioner Roger Goodell released a statement regarding Clayton and his legacy in the NFL. “John Clayton, one of the first ‘Insiders,’ helped bring fans closer to the game they loved. For five decades, he covered the league with endless energy and professionalism. He earned …