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 | Feb 10, 2017
Clayton: Flurry of news from NFC West adds intrigue for Seahawks

The Seahawks may still be favored to control the NFC West, but several stories that came out Thursday have thickened the plot for 2017 and beyond.
JOHN CLAYTON | Feb 7, 2017
Clayton: James White’s Super Bowl performance is a reminder of what C.J. Prosise can give the Seahawks

Patriots running back James White delivered an MVP-worthy performance in Super Bowl LI with three touchdowns. C.J. Prosise could be the Seahawks' version of White, writes John Clayton.
JOHN CLAYTON | Feb 3, 2017
John Clayton: In run to Super Bowl under Dan Quinn, Falcons followed Seahawks’ template on defense

The Falcons may not have the numbers yet like the Seahawks' Legion of Boom when Dan Quinn was defensive coordinator, but they're looking a lot like those great defenses he coached.
JOHN CLAYTON | Feb 1, 2017
Clayton: Former Seahawks assistant Dan Quinn has been the right man in charge for Atlanta

One of the central figures in Super Bowl LI is Falcons coach Dan Quinn. As much everyone talks…
JOHN CLAYTON | Jan 27, 2017
Clayton: Seahawks may want to let Kam Chancellor play out his deal

Kam Chancellor is entering the final year of his contract, which means he's eligible for an extension. The Seahawks, though, may not want to make a long-term commitment with possible questions about his durability.
JOHN CLAYTON | Jan 25, 2017
Clayton: When it comes to the Jimmy Graham debate, Seahawks need to add talent, not subtract

Jimmy Graham's $10 million salary is a lot, but John Clayton writes that the Seahawks should build around him considering his otherworldly talent at tight end.
JOHN CLAYTON | Jan 20, 2017
John Clayton: With depth at CB not what it used to be, Seahawks could welcome back familiar faces

Cornerback has long been a strength for the Seahawks, but after DeShawn Shead's ACL injury, they are already looking for ways to rebuild depth at the position.
JOHN CLAYTON | Jan 18, 2017
Clayton: Improving the Seahawks’ offensive line isn’t as simple as spending money

The Seahawks' offensive-line issues aren't about money so much as they are about evaluation. They have to hope that they younger players improve while continuing to add talent through the draft.
JOHN CLAYTON | Jan 12, 2017
John Clayton’s keys: Can Seahawks keep from getting burned by Falcons’ high-flying pass attack?

The Seahawks have been vulnerable against deep shots since losing Earl Thomas, and the Atlanta Falcons are deadly through the air. John Clayton sees that as one of the keys Saturday.
JOHN CLAYTON | Jan 10, 2017
Clayton: Road playoff games haven’t been kind to Seahawks under Carroll

The Seahawks' inability to get the No. 2 seed out of the NFC could be crucial this Saturday considering how much trouble they've had winning on the road in the postseason.
JOHN CLAYTON | Jan 6, 2017
John Clayton’s keys: Seahawks’ secondary to match up against physical Lions WRs

John Clayton delivers his keys to the Seahawks' playoff opener against the Detroit Lions, who have two receivers, Golden Tate and Anquan Boldin, known for their physicality.
JOHN CLAYTON | Jan 4, 2017
Clayton’s regular-season Seahawks awards: Russell Wilson gets MVP

John Clayton hands out his regular-season awards for the Seahawks, naming quarterback Russell Wilson as the MVP and defensive end Frank Clark as the breakout player.
JOHN CLAYTON | Dec 30, 2016
John Clayton’s keys: The last time the Seahawks face Colin Kaepernick in a 49ers uniform?

John Clayton breaks down four keys for Sunday's Seahawks-49ers matchup, which could be the final appearance by quarterback Colin Kaepernick with San Francisco.
JOHN CLAYTON | Dec 28, 2016
Seahawks uncharacteristically piling up problems late in season

For the first time in years, the Seahawks aren't surging into the postseason. John Clayton looks at the reasons why Pete Carroll's team is uncharacteristically struggling down the stretch.
JOHN CLAYTON | Dec 22, 2016
John Clayton’s keys: Seahawks need to establish run vs Cardinals

John Clayton's details his keys for the Seahawks' game Saturday against Arizona, when the Cardinals will try to play spoiler for the Seattle's push for the second seed in the NFC.
JOHN CLAYTON | Dec 21, 2016
Voting proves Seahawks have 13 Pro Bowl-caliber players

The Seahawks have four players headed to the Pro Bowl, but with eight alternates plus the injured Earl Thomas, they've proven just how much talent is spread out over their roster.
JOHN CLAYTON | Dec 15, 2016
Clayton’s keys as Seahawks try to rebound, clinch division vs Rams

John Clayton looks at four keys to tonight's Seahawks-Rams game, including how Seattle's defense could force some turnovers and get its pass rush going against Los Angeles.
JOHN CLAYTON | Dec 14, 2016
Despite Seahawks’ lopsided loss, No. 2 seed and another defensive scoring title are still within reach

John Clayton shares five thoughts on the Seahawks as they come down the home stretch of their regular season, including the possibilities that they reclaim the NFC's No. 2 seed and finish with the NFL's top scoring defense again.
JOHN CLAYTON | Dec 9, 2016
John Clayton’s keys for Seahawks against Packers, familiar face Christine Michael

In John Clayton's keys for the Seahawks game at Green Bay on Sunday, he looks at Seattle matching up up against former running back Christine Michael.
JOHN CLAYTON | Dec 7, 2016
Remaining schedule sets Seahawks up for NFC’s No. 2 seed

With Dallas running away with the top spot, it's looking like the Seahawks will end up with the NFC's No. 2 seed. A relatively easy closing schedule is one reason, writes John Clayton.
JOHN CLAYTON | Dec 2, 2016
Clayton’s keys for Seahawks vs Cam Newton, struggling Panthers

John Clayton looks at four keys to the Seahawks-Panthers game, including how Cam Newton could be in for a tough game as Michael Bennett returns to face Carolina's struggling offensive line.
JOHN CLAYTON | Nov 30, 2016
Key stats for the Seahawks as the regular season winds down

The Seahawks are clinging to the NFC's No. 2 seed with an outside shot at the top spot. John Clayton examines five numbers that will be key for Seattle down the stretch.
JOHN CLAYTON | Nov 25, 2016
Clayton’s keys: Seahawks can’t afford to add to injury list vs Bucs

In John Clayton's keys for the Seahawks on Sunday against the Buccaneers, he stresses the importance of not losing more key players after piling up injuries last week.
JOHN CLAYTON | Nov 23, 2016
Revisiting the Seahawks’ decisions to let Russell Okung, J.R. Sweezy leave in free agency

John Clayton examines the state of the Seahawks' offensive line while looking back at the team's decisions to allow left tackle Russell Okung and right guard J.R. Sweezy leave in free agency.