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 | Jun 28, 2021
Clayton: 3 potential Seahawks extensions should be priorities now

It's a slow week in the NFL, but also a good time for the Seahawks to figure out which extensions need to get done before the season.
SEATTLE SEAHAWKS | Jun 21, 2021
Clayton: Why Seahawks are giving Shane Waldron’s offense rave reviews

New Seahawks offensive coordinator Shane Waldron got the best offensive reviews from the team's OTAs and minicamp. John Clayton explains.
JOHN CLAYTON | Jun 17, 2021
Clayton: Seahawks Minicamp Observations — Carroll praises new offense, potential breakout players

Some of Pete Carroll's biggest praise from minicamp went to new Seahawks OC Shane Waldron. John Clayton on that and more observations.
JOHN CLAYTON | Jun 14, 2021
Clayton: Why Seahawks should consider trade for CB Stephon Gilmore

Stephon Gilmore is sitting Patriots minicamp out. John Clayton says after missing out on Julio Jones, the Seahawks should pursue Gilmore,
JOHN CLAYTON | Jun 10, 2021
Clayton: What you need to know coming out of Seahawks’ OTAs

John Clayton breaks down observations and notes from Seahawks OTAs, including what Bobby Wagner had to say and impressions of the offense.
JOHN CLAYTON | Jun 7, 2021
Clayton: Why Seahawks couldn’t offer what Titans did to get Julio Jones

Julio Jones has a new team in the Tennessee Titans. How close could the Seahawks have come to making the deal themselves? John Clayton on that and more.
JOHN CLAYTON | Jun 3, 2021
Clayton: Don’t rule out Seahawks for Julio Jones if asking price is falling

The Seahawks may not be able to meet the original return Atlanta was seeking for Julio Jones, but things may be changing as the market falls.
JOHN CLAYTON | Jun 2, 2021
Clayton: Too many factors working against Seahawks trade for Julio Jones

Russell Wilson may want the Seahawks to add Julio Jones, but John Clayton says there are too many reasons why a trade doesn't make sense.
JOHN CLAYTON | May 27, 2021
Clayton: Seahawks may have problem on their hands if 49ers get Julio Jones

The 49ers are expected to make a run at trading for big wide receiver Julio Jones. John Clayton looks at what that would mean for the Seahawks.
JOHN CLAYTON | May 24, 2021
Clayton: What NFL QB rankings say about Seahawks and the NFC West

Pro Football Focus put out its rankings of the NFL's 32 starting QBs. John Clayton goes through the list, including his thoughts on Russell Wilson's rankings and the Seahawks' standing in the NFC West.
JOHN CLAYTON | May 20, 2021
Clayton: How the Seahawks avoided needing to restructure Wilson, Wagner

Wondering why the Seahawks aren't reworking the contracts of Russell Wilson and Bobby Wagner to create more cap space? John Clayton breaks it down.
JOHN CLAYTON | May 17, 2021
Clayton: Why Darrell Taylor was the star of Seahawks rookie minicamp

After Seahawks rookie minicamp, people weren't talking about a rookie. Instead it was 2020 second-round pick Darrell Taylor who was the story, as John Clayton explains.
JOHN CLAYTON | May 13, 2021
Clayton: Seahawks’ schedule looks tough, but they catch several key breaks

With the 2021 NFL schedule released and official, John Clayton breaks down why the Seahawks' schedule may be easier than it appears.
JOHN CLAYTON | May 10, 2021
Clayton: Seahawks’ DK Metcalf adds to his legend with track appearance

What Seahawks WR DK Metcalf did on the track only adds to his legend, which leads John Clayton to wonder how Metcalf fell in the 2019 draft.
JOHN CLAYTON | May 6, 2021
Clayton: Seahawks gave Russell Wilson the support that Packers won’t give Aaron Rodgers

The situation the Seahawks went through this offseason with Russell Wilson is nothing like what is going on with Aaron Rodgers and the Packers, writes John Clayton.
JOHN CLAYTON | May 3, 2021
Clayton: The lesson from Seahawks not picking up Rashaad Penny’s option

The Seahawks not picking up 2018 first-round pick Rashaad Penny's fifth-year option was no surprise, and not just because of his injuries and performance.
JOHN CLAYTON | May 1, 2021
Clayton: Seahawks get what they need even with just 3 draft picks

With only three picks, the Seahawks addressed pressing roster needs in the 2021 NFL Draft, John Clayton writes of Seattle's draft class.
JOHN CLAYTON | Apr 26, 2021
Clayton: Why Seahawks didn’t need an upgrade for Russell Wilson’s backup

The Seahawks brought back quarterback Geno Smith last week for a third year as Russell Wilson's backup. John Clayton compares it to other backup QB situations around the league.
JOHN CLAYTON | Apr 22, 2021
Clayton: Seahawks ‘bargain shopped’ but fill out cornerback position nicely

The Seahawks haven't spent much at cornerback, but John Clayton thinks Seattle still added good depth that will lead to great competition.
JOHN CLAYTON | Apr 19, 2021
Clayton: What Aldon Smith’s charge could mean for his Seahawks future

Aldon Smith is being charged with second-degree battery in Louisiana just days after joining the Seahawks. John Clayton looks at the situation.
JOHN CLAYTON | Apr 15, 2021
Clayton: Seahawks’ signing of Aldon Smith solidifies return to quality pass-rush rotation

The Seahawks have added veteran defensive end Aldon Smith to the mix. John Clayton explains what it means for Seattle's 2021 pass rush.
JOHN CLAYTON | Apr 12, 2021
Clayton: Is a K.J. Wright return in the cards for Seahawks or are they done in free agency?

John Clayton breaks down what could be next this offseason for the Seahawks, including the latest on K.J. Wright and why he's not so sure he'll return.
JOHN CLAYTON | Apr 8, 2021
Clayton: Smart contracts have set Seahawks up to keep doing business

The Seahawks have made a number of moves that John Clayton says have come in cheaper than expected, which helps Seattle going forward.
JOHN CLAYTON | Apr 5, 2021
Clayton: Seahawks figured out how to get better without breaking the bank

The way the Seahawks have spent on their offense should make Russell Wilson happy, and they haven't neglected the defense, either.