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 | Aug 24, 2016
Tony McDaniel’s return creates interesting decisions for Seahawks

Defensive tackle Tony McDaniel turned a vacation into a job. Now that he's back with the Seahawks, he has a chance to not only make Seattle's roster but start Week 1, writes John Clayton.
JOHN CLAYTON | Aug 17, 2016
Undrafted rookies making bids for roster spots with Seahawks

Quarterback Trevone Boykin and saety Tyvis Powell are part of what looks like a strong group of undrafted rookies who are making strong cases for roster spots with the Seahawks.
SEATTLE SEAHAWKS | Aug 12, 2016
Brandon Browner returns to Seahawks to find a Legion of Zoom

Brandon Browner feels at home reuniting with the Legion of Boom. But he’s noticed one thing slightly different: a Legion of Zoom on the Seattle Seahawks.
JOHN CLAYTON | Aug 10, 2016
Seahawks’ Christine Michael learns NFL jobs are earned, not given

Last year was a wake-up call for Seahawks running back Christine Michael. Now four years into his NFL career, the 2013 second-round draft pick has a legitimate chance at a starting job.
JOHN CLAYTON | Aug 5, 2016
Physical nature of Seahawks’ early practices is needed this season

The first five practices of training camp have been noticeably feisty, which may be a good thing for the Seahawks considering what they're missing with Marshawn Lynch retired.
JOHN CLAYTON | Aug 3, 2016
Despite criticism, Tom Cable feels good about Seahawks’ new-look offensive line

The Seahawks' offensive line has new players at all five spots. While there figure to be growing pains, Tom Cable said he likes what he's seeing from the projected starters and the backups.
JOHN CLAYTON | Jul 29, 2016
Breaking down the Seahawks’ offense entering training camp

With the Seahawks beginning training camp, John Clayton takes a look at how their offensive-heavy draft class will impact that side of the ball.
JOHN CLAYTON | Jul 27, 2016
John Schneider’s extension shows how market is lagging for NFL GMs

The extension the Seahawks just gave John Schneider makes him one of the NFL's highest-paid general managers, but his salary is still relatively low compared to players, coaches and even GMs in other sports.
JOHN CLAYTON | Jul 22, 2016
Seahawks have the backfield talent, depth to replace Marshawn Lynch

The Seahawks have one of the NFL's youngest backfields with Marshawn Lynch retired. But that group has the pieces to remain one of the league's best, writes John Clayton.
JOHN CLAYTON | Jul 19, 2016
Narrowing the uprights would rob the NFL of some late-game drama

John Clayton writes that while the NFL is smart to use computer chips in footballs, he hopes the data collected doesn't lead the league to narrow the goal posts.
JOHN CLAYTON | Jul 14, 2016
Seahawks’ future is still the brightest of all NFL teams

Earlier this week, ESPN.com projected the three-year future of 32 teams in the NFL. The Seahawks came out No.1, which should be no surprise. "The Professor" John Clayton explains why.
JOHN CLAYTON | Jul 12, 2016
Mariners should keep roster intact, not sell, at trade deadline

John Clayton writes that the Mariners' record in close games and improved hitting from the right side of the plate are reasons why they need to hold and not sell at the Aug. 1 non-waiver trade deadline.
JOHN CLAYTON | Jun 28, 2016
Projecting Doug Baldwin’s contract extension with the Seahawks

John Clayton breaks down Doug Baldwin's contract situation with the Seahawks, projecting what he'll make based on recent deals for other NFL wide receivers.
JOHN CLAYTON | Jun 24, 2016
NFL’s kickoff concerns could be bad news for Tyler Lockett, Seahawks

Tyler Lockett gives the Seahawks a significant edge because of his return ability, but that could be neutralized if the NFL kicks the kickoff out of the league.
JOHN CLAYTON | Jun 22, 2016
Seahawks roster thoughts: Rookies in line for significant playing time

With the offseason program in the books, John Clayton looks ahead to training camp and the different position battles that will shape the Seahawks' 53-man roster.
JOHN CLAYTON | Jun 16, 2016
John Clayton: 10 things to consider after Seahawks minicamp

With the Seahawks having concluded minicamp, 'The Professor' breaks down 10 things to consider about the Seahawks, including Russell Wilson's continued improvement and who has the edge in some position battles.
JOHN CLAYTON | Jun 14, 2016
John Clayton: Times are changing, and so is Seahawks’ Legion of Boom

In his first column for 710Sports.com, John Clayton explains the changes coming to the Seahawks' Legion of Boom secondary, and why the team has felt the need to adjust their strategy.