Legendary Hall of Fame Reporter

John Clayton

John Clayton was a longtime NFL insider and member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame best known for his tenure with ESPN. He hosted The John Clayton Show from 8-11 a.m. on Seattle Sports each Saturday, and was a sideline reporter on Seahawks Radio Network game broadcasts. John passed away in March 2022, and is survived by his wife Patricia.

JOHN CLAYTON | Sep 22, 2017
John Clayton’s 5 things to watch in Seahawks vs Titans

John Clayton has his eye on the right side of the offensive line and the Titans' run game for the Seahawks' Week 3 matchup in Nashville this Sunday.
JOHN CLAYTON | Sep 21, 2017
John Clayton’s Schooled: Saving the Seahawks with John Nordstrom

On the latest episode of John Clayton's Schooled, he talks to John Nordstrom about the beginning of the Seahawks franchise and how he helped get Paul Allen involved to keep the team in Seattle 20 years ago.
JOHN CLAYTON | Sep 20, 2017
Clayton: UW Huskies’ Azeem Victor may be top inside LB in 2018 NFL Draft

In his weekly Huskies pro prospect spotlight, John Clayton looks at Azeem Victor, who could have been a high draft pick in 2017 had he not suffered a season-ending leg fracture.
JOHN CLAYTON | Sep 19, 2017
Clayton’s Takeaways: Maybe it’s time Seahawks let Jimmy Graham regroup

John Clayton breaks down the Seahawks' 12-9 victory over the 49ers on Sunday and explains why this Sunday's game in Tennessee might be an opportunity to let Jimmy Graham rest.
JOHN CLAYTON | Sep 15, 2017
Clayton: 5 things to watch for in Seahawks’ home opener against the 49ers

John Clayton has his eye on the Seahawks offensive line, tight end Jimmy Graham versus safety Eric Reid, and the running back rotation for Seattle's home opener against the San Francisco 49ers.
JOHN CLAYTON | Sep 14, 2017
Clayton’s Schooled: Discussing slow starts on offense with former Ravens coach Brian Billick

Former Ravens coach Brian Billick explains why it is that offenses got off to bad starts in the first week of the season the difficulty in developing quality offensive lines on the latest episode of Schooled with the Professor.
JOHN CLAYTON | Sep 13, 2017
Clayton: UW’s Trey Adams a prime OL target for 2018 NFL Draft

Washington junior left tackle Trey Adams is already considered a second-round prospect, but he could very well be taken in the first round if he leaves school early should he have a strong 2017 season.
JOHN CLAYTON | Sep 13, 2017
Clayton: Seahawks have plenty of things left to settle after Week 1 loss

John Clayton shares five observations from the Seahawks' season-opening loss and how they will look to move forward on the O-line and at running back in Sunday's home opener.
JOHN CLAYTON | Sep 8, 2017
Clayton’s Schooled: Covering Al Davis with Raiders reporter Steve Corkran

Longtime Raiders beat reporter Steve Corkran, co-author of "Al Davis: Behind the Raiders Shield," educates us about the former Raiders owner on the latest episode of Schooled With The Professor.
JOHN CLAYTON | Sep 8, 2017
Clayton: Key matchups in Seahawks’ season opener vs Packers

The Seahawks matchup against the Green Bay Packers should have a major impact on the NFC playoff race. It’s very possible that these two teams could end up being the top two seasons in the conference by the end of the season. The winner of this game could have the edge on home-field advantage.
JOHN CLAYTON | Sep 6, 2017
Clayton’s Washington Huskies draft profile: Wide receiver Dante Pettis

John Clayton profiles one of the Washington Huskies' top NFL Draft prospects, wide receiver Dante Pettis, who had a strong start to the season against Rutgers last week.
JOHN CLAYTON | Sep 6, 2017
Clayton: With Sheldon Richardson, Seahawks’ D-line could be NFL’s best

The Seahawks had arguably one of the best defensive lines in football prior to the Sheldon Richardson trade. With his addition it's hard to think there is a better defensive line now, writes John Clayton.
JOHN CLAYTON | Sep 1, 2017
Clayton: Seahawks’ depth reminiscent of 2013 after perfect preseason

John Clayton breaks down what stands out after the Seahawks' 4-0 preseason, including an incredibly deep group at linebacker and uncertainty at the backup quarterback spot.
SEATTLE SEAHAWKS | Aug 30, 2017
Clayton’s Schooled: Justin Forsett on the evolution of RB position

Former Seahawks running back Justin Forsett joins this week’s edition of Schooled With The Professor. The topic is the position of running back and how he has seen it evolve.
JOHN CLAYTON | Aug 30, 2017
Clayton: Backup QB, O-line battles present the most intrigue in Seahawks’ preseason finale

John Clayton previews Thursday's preseason finale between the Seahawks and Raiders by looking at the position battles that will be the most interesting to watch.
JOHN CLAYTON | Aug 24, 2017
Clayton’s Schooled: The life of an NFL general manager with former Tampa Bay GM Mark Dominik

In this week’s edition of Schooled with the Professor, former Tampa Bay Buccaneers general manager Mark Dominik joins to discuss how this time of year is the hardest part of being a GM.
JOHN CLAYTON | Aug 23, 2017
Clayton: Seahawks trying to avoid another juggling act on offensive line

With George Fant's injury throwing a wrench into Seattle's plans, Tom Cable is still doing all he can to have more stability on the O-line than last year.
SEATTLE SEAHAWKS | Aug 17, 2017
Clayton: Seahawks were smart to get Justin Britt’s new deal done

Signing center Justin Britt to a contract extension had the potential to be tricky, but the Seahawks got a fair deal and were smart to get it done when they did, writes John Clayton.
JOHN CLAYTON | Aug 17, 2017
Clayton: How CB Tramaine Brock’s addition impacts the Seahawks

Cornerback was one of the Seahawks' thinnest positions, but Wednesday's signing of Tramaine Brock gives them versatility and depth at the spot, writes John Clayton.
JOHN CLAYTON | Aug 16, 2017
Schooled with The Professor: An education in analytics with Pro Football Focus’ Steve Palazzolo

NFL teams are increasing their use of analytics, so John Clayton talked with Steve Palazzolo of Pro Football Focus to get an idea of the benefits for the latest episode of Schooled.
JOHN CLAYTON | Aug 12, 2017
Clayton: What to watch in Seahawks’ preseason opener vs Chargers

With the Seahawks set to open their preseason slate on Sunday against the Chargers on 710 ESPN Seattle, John Clayton breaks down what to watch for Seattle.
JOHN CLAYTON | Aug 10, 2017
Clayton: What has stood out in camp entering Seahawks’ preseason opener

Thomas Rawls' work ethic and Rees Odhiambo's emergence at left guard have been among the most noticeable things at Seahawks training camp, writes John Clayton.
JOHN CLAYTON | Aug 9, 2017
Warren Moon talks playing Kenny Easley in college, upcoming Seahawks season on Schooled

On the latest episode of Schooled with the Professor, Warren Moon joins John Clayton to discuss what Hall of Fame Week is like as a member and look to the upcoming Seahawks season.
JOHN CLAYTON | Aug 5, 2017
Clayton: Former Seahawks safety Kenny Easley grateful to take his place in the Pro Football Hall of Fame

"Once they make you a Hall of Famer, you are a Hall of Famer for life," former Seahawks safety Kenny Easley said as he received his gold jacket Friday night.