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 | Nov 18, 2016
Clayton’s keys: Seahawks need to keep improving on the ground against Eagles

In his preview of the Seahawks-Eagles game on Sunday, John Clayton explains that Seattle needs to keep moving in the right direction out of the backfield.
JOHN CLAYTON | Nov 16, 2016
Despite injuries, Russell Wilson is playing his way into MVP discussion

John Clayton examines Russell Wilson's season, writing that the Seahawks' quarterback can challenge for the MVP award despite playing through two serious leg injuries.
JOHN CLAYTON | Nov 11, 2016
Clayton’s keys: Seahawks must win third-down battle vs Brady, Patriots

In his preview of the Seahawks-Patriots game, John Clayton writes that getting off the field on third down will be key for Seattle, and not easy against Tom Brady.
JOHN CLAYTON | Nov 9, 2016
Midseason Seahawks stock watch: Wilson up, Michael down

John Clayton gives his midseason Seahawks stock watch, writing that quarterback Russell Wilson's is up as his health has improved and that running back Christine Michael's is down after some ineffective performances.
JOHN CLAYTON | Nov 4, 2016
Clayton’s keys: Seahawks must curb penalties, stay on schedule vs Bills

John Clayton previews the Seahawks' game against Buffalo on the prime-time stage of "Monday Night Football," which should show the nation where Seattle sits in the NFC playoff hierarchy.
JOHN CLAYTON | Nov 2, 2016
Despite recent struggles, Seahawks still in position for a top playoff seed

The Seahawks have struggled on offense the last two games, but John Clayton writes that with a favorable remaining schedule and some issues with other NFC contenders, Seattle is still in good shape.
JOHN CLAYTON | Oct 27, 2016
John Clayton’s 4 keys for worn-down Seahawks vs Saints

After playing a marathon in Arizona last week, the Seahawks will have to deal with Saints QB Drew Brees, who has a knack for keeping defenses on the field.
JOHN CLAYTON | Oct 26, 2016
One way or another, Russell Wilson, Seahawks need O-line to improve

The Seahawks should consider a trade for a left tackle with Bradley Sowell hurt. Even if they can't make one, their offensive line must help quarterback Russell Wilson more than it has been.
JOHN CLAYTON | Oct 21, 2016
John Clayton’s 4 keys for Seahawks’ defense vs Cardinals’ Carson Palmer, David Johnson

On Sunday night, the Seahawks will find out whether they can ride through this season the easy way…
JOHN CLAYTON | Oct 19, 2016
Dedication, health in running game should help Seahawks offense pick up steam

It may seem surprising to see the Seahawks ranking No. 16 in total offense but 710 ESPN Seattle's John Clayton says that's pretty good considering what happened in the team's first five games.
JOHN CLAYTON | Oct 13, 2016
John Clayton’s keys: 4 marquee battles for Seahawks vs Falcons

The Seattle Seahawks' stingy defense will meet the Atlanta Falcons' high-powered offense at CenturyLink Field on Sunday, creating several high-profile matchups on the field.
JOHN CLAYTON | Oct 12, 2016
Seahawks’ remaining schedule no longer as tough as it first seemed

Coming into the season, the Seahawks had the sixth-toughest schedule in the NFL. But with the way things have gone, John Clayton writes that they could win 12 games or more.
JOHN CLAYTON | Oct 7, 2016
Stats don’t lie: Where Seahawks are excelling, need to improve

John Clayton examines four areas of the Seahawks to measure how they've performed in their first four games and what they'll be looking to improve after their bye week.
JOHN CLAYTON | Oct 5, 2016
Is this Seahawks team better than the 2013 Super Bowl champions?

Seahawks coach Pete Carroll said this week "there's a chance" this could be the best team he's had in Seattle. Better than the 2013 Super Bowl champions? John Clayton compares the two.
JOHN CLAYTON | Sep 30, 2016
Clayton’s keys for Russell Wilson, banged-up Seahawks vs Jets

John Clayton identifies his four keys for the Seahawks against the Jets, including the challenge Seattle faces with a hobbled Russell Wilson and a formidable New York defensive front.
JOHN CLAYTON | Sep 28, 2016
Seahawks’ Jimmy Graham trying to regain old form after difficult rehab

Critics of Seahawks tight end Jimmy Graham don’t fully understand how incredible his comeback from knee surgery has been. He took another significant step with his 100-yard performance Sunday, writes John Clayton.
JOHN CLAYTON | Sep 23, 2016
John Clayton’s keys: Seahawks, Wilson need a solid pocket vs 49ers

Because of last Sunday's loss to the Rams, the Seahawks are in "must-win" mode against San Francisco. John Clayton has four keys for Seattle in the matchup.
JOHN CLAYTON | Sep 20, 2016
Clayton’s Stock Watch after Seahawks’ first two games

John Clayton takes a look at the good and the bad from the first two weeks of the Seahawks's season, writing that Frank Clark's stock is up while J'Marcus Webb's is down.
JOHN CLAYTON | Sep 16, 2016
John Clayton’s keys: Seahawks need to hold down Rams’ Todd Gurley

With Russell Wilson playing on a sprained ankle, the Seahawks will need to rely on their defense Sunday against the Rams. That means stopping stud running back Todd Gurley, something the 49ers did on Monday night.
JOHN CLAYTON | Sep 14, 2016
Russell Wilson’s ankle injury forces Seahawks to adjust

Russell Wilson's ankle injury shouldn't keep him from playing against the Rams, but it will force the Seahawks to adjust their offense to account for his diminished mobility.
JOHN CLAYTON | Sep 9, 2016
John Clayton’s 4 things to watch in Seahawks’ opener vs Dolphins

John Clayton details the four things he'll be considering while watching the Seahawks' season opener, including how Christine Michael and Thomas Rawls will split time at running back.
JOHN CLAYTON | Sep 7, 2016
Seahawks roster thoughts: Expect even more changes

John Clayton shares 10 takeaways from the Seahawks' cut-down to 53, including why Seattle's roster could see even more changes in addition to its 21 new players from last year.
JOHN CLAYTON | Sep 2, 2016
Seahawks’ Russell Wilson staying busy off the field, sharp on it

"I’m always better when I’m busy,’’ said Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson, who has looked as sharp as ever as he enters his fifth season in the NFL.
JOHN CLAYTON | Aug 30, 2016
Examining the Seahawks’ roster, salary-cap situation after the cut-down to 75

With the first round of cut-downs in the books, John Clayton takes a look at the Seahawks' salary-cap situation as well as some of the remaining roster decisions for general manager John Schneider.