John Clayton
591 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 111 ratingsJohn Clayton, "The Professor," covers the biggest stories in Seattle sports each weekday 10am to noon on 710 ESPN Seattle.
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Hour 2 - Michael Bumpus and Brock Huard break down the Rams
November 12, 2020 20:46 - 40 minutes - 18.5 MBCurtis Rogers is joined by Michael Bumpus to start off hour two. What challenges will Seattle's OFFENSE have against the Rams defense? Bump lets you know. Midway through the hour Curtis and Brock Huard sort through what Seattle's defense needs to do as well as look ahead to this weekend's Pac-12 slate. The Groz finishes up Thursday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 1 - How should the Seahawks approach the challenge of facing the Rams?
November 12, 2020 20:45 - 40 minutes - 18.4 MBCan Seahawks fans finally expect to see Snacks Harrison on Sunday? How will the running back situation sort itself? Curtis Rogers pinch-hits for The Professor to start off Thursday. Should Seattle game plan against LA with the Cardinals in mind? Curtis takes a look in Under Further Review. Halfway through, legendary sportscaster Jim Gray joins John Clayton for a sneak preview of this week's episode of Schooled. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 2 - Diagnosing Seattle's defensive struggles with Dave Wyman
November 11, 2020 20:46 - 39 minutes - 18 MBWhat does Dave Wyman see as Seattle's biggest reason for their defensive struggles? He joins John Clayton to start Wednesday's second hour. On the Report Card, Bill Belichick takes a serious shot at the Jets. The Professor gives him a grade. Your text questions and The Groz wrap up Wednesday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 1 - Washington Wednesday with ESPN's Kyle Bonagura
November 11, 2020 20:45 - 41 minutes - 19 MBHow does John Clayton grade the Seahawks' 6-2 start to the season? He lets you know in Wednesday's Top Five. In Under Further Review, who is the better team through eight games, the Seahawks or Rams? The Professor is joined by ESPN's Kyle Bonagura for Washington Wednesday as the Pac-12 picks up the pieces from their choppy start. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 2 - Sorting the NFC's contenders in Four Downs with Sean Salisbury
November 10, 2020 20:46 - 39 minutes - 18.1 MBWhich team is the best in the NFC? John Clayton is joined by Sean Salisbury for another edition of Four Downs to get the second hour underway. On the Report Card, something REALLY good came from Seattle's loss to Buffalo. The Professor gives it a grade. Your text questions and The Groz close out Tuesday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 1 - Finding fixes for Seattle's defense
November 10, 2020 20:45 - 41 minutes - 19.1 MBWill the Seahawks be able to find in-house fixes for their defense or will they have to look elsewhere? John Clayton examines in Tuesday's Top Five. Later in the hour The Professor is joined by The Ringer's Kaelen Jones as they discuss what is ailing Seattle's defense and if they can contend with it as is. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 2 - Your takes on Seattle's rough day in Buffalo
November 09, 2020 20:46 - 39 minutes - 18.1 MBWhat do you think is Seattle's biggest issue on the defense? Did the turnovers doom the Seahawks on offense? John Clayton takes your calls to start Monday's second hour. On the Report Card, the Bucs laid an absolute egg in Antonio Brown's debut. What grade will The Professor give them? Your text questions and The Groz finish out Monday's show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 1 - Who's to blame for Seattle's defense? Joe Fann dials in
November 09, 2020 20:45 - 42 minutes - 19.5 MBWhere does Seattle's defense go from here after allowing 44 points on Sunday? John Clayton takes a look in Monday's Top Five. The Professor is joined in the middle part of the hour by NBC Sports Northwest's Joe Fann as they diagnose what's ailing the Seahawks' secondary. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 2 - How can Seattle stay atop the NFC? Stacy Rost joins The Professor
November 06, 2020 20:46 - 39 minutes - 18.2 MBWill the Seahawks be able to knock off the Bills and stay ahead of the NFC? Stacy Rost joins John Clayton to answer that to start the second hour. On the Report Card, Let Russ Cook has taken on a whole new meaning. Your text questions and The Groz finish out the week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 1 - Seahawks LB Cody Barton LIVE
November 06, 2020 20:45 - 40 minutes - 18.6 MBWill Seattle's defense take another step forward as they get healthier? John Clayton answers in Friday's Top Five. Midway through the hour, The Professor is joined by Seahawks LB Cody Barton as Seattle makes their final preparations for Sunday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 2 - Michael Bumpus on how Seattle's defense can slow Buffalo's offense
November 05, 2020 20:46 - 38 minutes - 17.8 MBSeattle will have a challenge against Buffalo's passing game, so how can they keep them in check? Michael Bumpus joins John Clayton to start off Thursday's second hour. On the Report Card, one NFL cornerback gets some actual life saving advice from a team trainer. The Professor gives it a grade. Your text questions and The Groz cap off Thursday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 1 - Seahawks opponent preview: Vic Carucci on the Bills
November 05, 2020 20:45 - 42 minutes - 19.4 MBIs the Seahawks' running back situation as up in the air as it was last week? John Clayton lets you know in Thursday's Top Five. What challenges will Josh Allen present the Seahawks defense? The Professor goes Under Further Review. Vic Carucci of The Buffalo News stops by to give a Bills perspective of Sunday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 2 - Dave Wyman on Seattle's arriving defensive reinforcements
November 04, 2020 20:46 - 38 minutes - 17.8 MBSeattle's defense will get some much needed reinforcements on Sunday against Buffalo, so how does Dave Wyman expect them to perform? He joins John Clayton to start Wednesday's second hour. On the Report Card, the Mariners get some nice hardware. The Professor gives them a grade. Your text questions and The Groz end Wednesday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 1 - Washington Wednesday with Pac-12 Network's Yogi Roth
November 04, 2020 20:45 - 41 minutes - 18.8 MBWhat's the latest on Phillip Dorsett's health? Should the Seahawks make a run at free agent pass rusher Vic Beasley? John Clayton examines those questions in the Top Five. In Under Further Review, what should we expect from Jamal Adams in his return on Sunday? Pac-12 Network analyst Yogi Roth joins the show for Washington Wednesday as the Huskies are just a few days away from their 2020 opener. Yogi lets you know who he thinks will be UW's starting QB. See omnystudio.com/listener for privac...
Hour 2 - 4 Downs with Sean Salisbury on the deadline, Jimmy G, & Trevor Lawrence
November 03, 2020 20:46 - 38 minutes - 17.7 MBAre Jimmy Garoppolo's days numbered in San Francisco? Sean Salisbury joins John Clayton to start the second hour to answer that and more in Four Downs. On the Report Card, is Bill Belichick pointing fingers for New England's slow start? The Professor gives him a grade. Your text questions and The Groz close out Tuesday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 1 - NFL trade deadline rumors with ESPN's Dan Graziano
November 03, 2020 20:45 - 42 minutes - 19.4 MBWe're just a few hours away from the NFL's trade deadline, so what's the latest from across the league? John Clayton takes you through it in the Top Five. In Under Further Review, will we see the Seahawks blitz more against Buffalo? The Professor discusses. ESPN NFL Insider Dan Graziano stops by to discuss what he's hearing from teams on deadline day. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 2 - How did Seattle's defense step up? Bob Condotta weighs in
November 02, 2020 20:46 - 39 minutes - 18.1 MBBy Seattle's standards, their defense stepped up on Sunday. How did that come together? Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times stops by to share what he saw from the Seahawks' win over the 49ers. On the Report Card, one NFL team can't seem to ever hold a lead. Your text questions and The Groz finish off Monday's show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 1 - Your takes on Seattle's complete victory over the 49ers
November 02, 2020 20:45 - 40 minutes - 18.4 MBWere you surprised by the ease of how Seattle beat San Francisco on Sunday? John Clayton answers in Monday's Top Five. In Under Further Review, what sparked the Seahawks' defensive resurgence? Your calls on Seattle's 37-27 win finish off the hour. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 2 - A Niners perspective going into Sunday with ESPN's Nick Wagoner
October 30, 2020 19:46 - 37 minutes - 17.4 MBWhat kind of 49ers team should the Seahawks expect to see on Sunday? ESPN 49ers reporter Nick Wagoner stops by to discuss with John Clayton. On the Report Card, a pair of head-scratching MLB manager hires get graded. Your text questions and The Groz close out the week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 1 - Seahawks LB KJ Wright joins The Professor
October 30, 2020 19:45 - 41 minutes - 19 MBSeattle's injury report is expansive, so who does John Clayton think will suit up on Sunday? He lets you know in the Top Five. One of Seattle's mainstays, KJ Wright, dials in to the show midway through the hour to share what the defense's approach will be to the 49ers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 2 - 49ers GM John Lynch LIVE
October 29, 2020 19:46 - 38 minutes - 17.7 MBHow are the 49ers holding up with so many injuries to start the season? John Clayton is pleased to be joined by Niners GM John Lynch to begin Thursday's second hour. On the Report Card, Carlos Dunlap was REALLY excited to join the Seahawks. The Professor gives Dunlap a grade. Your text questions and The Groz finish out Thursday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 1 - Are the Seahawks done adding on the trade market?
October 29, 2020 19:45 - 40 minutes - 18.6 MBWill Carlos Dunlap be the only trade the Seahawks make or are there other potential deals out there? John Clayton takes a look in Thursday's Top Five. Michael Bumpus dials in to the Professor midway through the hour as Bump gives his take on the Dunlap trade and the challenges the 49ers will present on Sunday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 2 - Wednesday with Dave Wyman on the Carlos Dunlap acquisition
October 28, 2020 19:46 - 39 minutes - 18 MBIt's Wednesday, so there's no better time to get Dave Wyman's take on Seattle's acquisition of Carlos Dunlap. He joins The Professor to start hour two. On the Report Card, how will John Clayton grade Tampa Bay's way too early hook of Blake Snell in the World Series? Your text questions and The Groz wrap up Wednesday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 1 - What are the Seahawks getting in Carlos Dunlap?
October 28, 2020 19:45 - 42 minutes - 19.4 MBThe Seahawks have addressed their defensive line, so what are they getting in veteran pass rusher Carlos Dunlap? John Clayton explains in Wednesday's Top Five. The Guru, Jake Heaps, joins The Professor as they break down if the addition of Dunlap will fix Seattle's defensive woes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 2 - Sean Salisbury goes 4 Downs on the NFC West, rookie QBs, & Antonio Brown
October 27, 2020 19:46 - 37 minutes - 17.3 MBWhat's the best division in the NFL through 7 weeks? Will Antonio Brown be worth it for the Bucs? John Clayton is joined by Sean Salisbury for another edition of Four Downs. On the Report Card, one NFL assistant had to stop his press conference for a bizarre reason. The Professor gives him a grade. Your text questions and The Groz finish off Tuesday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 1 - Can Seattle's defense improve without making a trade?
October 27, 2020 19:45 - 41 minutes - 19.1 MBPete Carroll gave updates on the health of Chris Carson on Monday, so when does John Clayton expect him back? He lets you know in Tuesday's Top Five. In Under Further Review, do the Seahawks need to make a trade to improve their defense? The Professor examines. NFL Network's Jeffri Chadiha drops by to discuss the latest news and notes from across the league. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 2 - ESPN's Brady Henderson on what went wrong for the Seahawks in week 7
October 26, 2020 19:46 - 41 minutes - 18.9 MBWhat stood out to ESPN's Brady Henderson from Seattle's loss to Arizona? He joins John Clayton to get the second hour underway. On the Report Card, the Professor grades the Antonio Brown signing, JJ Watt's frustrations, and more. Your text questions and The Groz wrap up Monday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 1 - Picking up the pieces from Seattle's first loss
October 26, 2020 19:45 - 41 minutes - 19.2 MBWho's to blame for Seattle's 37-34 OT loss to Arizona? John Clayton looks at the tale of the tape in Monday's Top Five. In Under Further Review, The Professor examines Russell Wilson's three key interceptions. Your calls on Seattle's first loss of the season finish out the hour. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 2 - Schooled Preview with Cardinals broadcaster Ron Wolfley
October 23, 2020 19:46 - 39 minutes - 18.3 MBJohn Clayton starts Friday's second hour by giving you a preview of this week's edition of Schooled with Cardinals broadcaster Ron Wolfley. On the Report Card, how will The Professor grade Daniel Jones' rumbling, bumbling, and stumbling run? Your text questions and The Groz close out the week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 1 - Has Russell Wilson surpassed Pat Mahomes? Charley Casserly answers
October 23, 2020 19:46 - 42 minutes - 19.3 MBThe Seahawks all of a sudden are playing in primetime, so how will they fare against the Cardinals on Sunday? John Clayton discusses in the Top Five. The Professor is joined by NFL Network's Charley Casserly midway through the hour. Does Casserly think Russell Wilson has become the league's best QB? He tells you. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 2 - Michael Bumpus on Seattle's interest in Antonio Brown
October 22, 2020 19:46 - 38 minutes - 17.8 MBWhat does a former receiver like Michael Bumpus think about Seattle's rumored interest in Antonio Brown? Bump joins the Professor to start hour two. On the Report Card, how does John Clayton grade the possibility of adding Brown? Your text questions and The Groz finish out Thursday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 1 - Do the Seahawks actually need Antonio Brown?
October 22, 2020 19:45 - 42 minutes - 19.4 MBIs it a foregone conclusion the Seahawks will add Antonio Brown at some point this season? John Clayton takes a look in Thursday's Top Five. In Under Further Review, is it possible to have too many good receivers? The Professor answers. Seahawks Radio Analyst Paul Moyer joins the show to discuss the possibility of adding Brown as well as the challenges facing the Cardinals present. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 2 - FOX's Mark Schlereth on his expectations for Seattle & Arizona on Sunday
October 21, 2020 19:46 - 39 minutes - 18 MBHe's on the call this weekend for FOX Sports, so what does Mark Schlereth expect to see from the Seahawks and Cardinals on Sunday? He joins John Clayton to start off Wednesday's second hour. On the Report Card, did Odell Beckham really get banned from his alma mater? The Professor gives him a grade. Your text questions and The Groz wrap up Wednesday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 1 - Previewing the Cardinals with Kent Somers
October 21, 2020 19:45 - 41 minutes - 18.9 MBWhy has Seattle's secondary struggled as much as they have in 2020? John Clayton takes a look in Wednesday's Top Five. Midway through the first hour, The Professor sits down with The Arizona Republic's Kent Somers to shed some light on who the 4-2 Cardinals are. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 2 - Four Downs with Sean Salisbury on Seattle's place among NFC contenders
October 20, 2020 19:46 - 38 minutes - 17.6 MBAre the Seahawks the best team in the NFC? John Clayton is joined by Sean Salisbury for another edition of Four Downs. On the Report Card, did the Astros GM really not know his team was cheating during their best years? The Professor hands out some grades. Your text questions and The Groz finish off Tuesday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 1 - The Professor and The Guru: Jake Heaps on Seattle's defensive health
October 20, 2020 19:45 - 41 minutes - 19 MBPete Carroll was mostly quiet with injury updates on Monday, so does John Clayton expect Jamal Adams and Snacks Harrison to play on Sunday? He lets you know in the Top Five. In Under Further Review, what are the Seahawks going to face in Kyler Murray? Jake Heaps drops by to discuss what he expects from Seattle's defense against the Cardinals air raid offense. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 2 - NBC Sports NW's Joe Fann on Seattle's advantageous bye week
October 19, 2020 19:46 - 37 minutes - 17.2 MBHow cushy are things for the Seahawks after losses from the Rams and Packers in week 6? Joe Fann of NBC Sports Northwest dials into the show to get the second hour started. On the Report Card, a sports broadcasting icon calls it a career. The Professor gives him a grade. Your text questions and The Groz cap off Monday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 1 - Solomon Wilcots on the NFL's Haves and Have-nots following week 6
October 19, 2020 19:45 - 43 minutes - 20 MBThe Rams and Packers both lost in week 6, so does this mean Seattle is the NFC's best team through six weeks? John Clayton takes a look in Monday's Top Five. Solomon Wilcots of Pro Football Focus joins the show to discuss the haves and have-nots in the NFL. In Behind the Lines, the injuries continue to pile up to key contributors across the league. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 2 - ESPN's Bill Barnwell on the trade market heating up
October 16, 2020 19:20 - 39 minutes - 18.1 MBThe professor talks to ESPN's Bill Barnwell, Curtis and John shuffle through the report cars (including a grade on Le'veon Bell signing with Kansas City). Clayton also answers text questions and is joined by The Groz to cap off the program. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 1 - Should Seattle be cheering for the 49ers or Rams on Sunday?
October 16, 2020 19:00 - 40 minutes - 18.4 MBAround the NFC West: Rams vs. 49ers on Sunday Night Football, Russell Wilson told Bill Simmons this is the best he's ever played, Bell goes to KC, the Colts have 4 false positives Friday morning, Houston walks off Game 5 of the ALCS. Under Further Review: Are we rooting for the Niners or Rams on Sunday? John is joined by Stacy Jo and afterwards it's behind the lines. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 2 - Should the Seahawks pay Chris Carson? Michael Bumpus answers
October 15, 2020 19:46 - 39 minutes - 18 MBHas Chris Carson earned a big pay day from the Seahawks? John Clayton and Michael Bumpus discuss to start off the Thursday's second hour. On the Report Card, Jets head coach Adam Gase has some parting words for Le'Veon Bell. The Professor gives him a grade. Your text questions and The Groz close out the day. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 1 - NFL Network's Andrew Siciliano on Russell Wilson's MVP candidacy
October 15, 2020 19:45 - 42 minutes - 19.4 MBThe Seahawks are on a bye but there's plenty of NFL news to get to in Thursday's Top Five including more Le'Veon Bell fallout and the league's plans for no week 18. In Under Further Review, is it time to pay Chris Carson? John Clayton takes a look. NFL Network's Andrew Siciliano dials in to the show to discuss Russell Wilson's MVP candidacy and Russ' otherwordly connection with DK Metcalf and Tyler Lockett. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 2 - Dave Wyman gets to the bottom of Seattle's 3rd down woes
October 14, 2020 19:46 - 38 minutes - 17.8 MBIt's Wednesday, so Dave Wyman dials in to the show. John Clayton and Wyman get to the bottom of Seattle's 3rd down issues over the first 5 games. On the Report Card, how will The Professor grade Le'Veon Bell's awful tenure with the Jets? Your text questions and The Groz close out Wednesday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 1 - Yahoo's Charles Robinson on the NFC's contenders and pretenders
October 14, 2020 19:45 - 40 minutes - 18.6 MBThe Titans blew out the Bills and Le'Veon Bell heads to the unemployment line. John Clayton unpacks it all in Wednesday's Top Five. Are 3rd downs a serious problem on both sides of the ball for the Seahawks? The Professor examines in Under Further Review. Yahoo's Charles Robinson stops by the show to discuss the contenders and pretenders in the NFC through 5 weeks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 2 - The Professor and Sean Salisbury recap week 5 in Four Downs
October 13, 2020 19:46 - 39 minutes - 18.2 MBWhich team is the NFC's best after week five? John Clayton is joined by Sean Salisbury for another edition of Four Downs to start off Tuesday's second hour. On the Report Card, one longtime Mariners rival could be on his way out of baseball altogether. The Professor gives it a grade. Your text questions and The Groz wrap up Tuesday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 1 - Which team is Seattle's toughest remaining opponent?
October 13, 2020 19:45 - 39 minutes - 18.2 MBHow does John Clayton expect the Seahawks to come out of their bye week? He answers in Tuesday's Top Five. In Under Further Review, which team left on Seattle's schedule presents the toughest challenge? The Professor lets you know. NFL Network's Omar Ruiz drops by to share his thoughts on Seattle's 5-0 start midway through the hour. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 2 - Bob Condotta on Seattle's record-setting start
October 12, 2020 19:46 - 38 minutes - 17.8 MBSeattle is off to a team record 5-0 start, so how can they sustain it? John Clayton is joined by The Seattle Times' Bob Condotta to start Monday's second hour. On The Timeline, one star QB conquers his long road back to the NFL. The Professor hands out a grade. Your text questions and The Groz finish off a busy Monday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 1 - Your take on Seattle's miraculous Sunday night victory
October 12, 2020 19:45 - 39 minutes - 18 MBThe Seahawks won in thrilling fashion yet again, so how did they get the job done on Sunday? John Clayton lets you know in Monday's Top Five. In Under Further Review, has DK Metcalf surpassed Tyler Lockett to become Seattle's #1 WR? The Professor answers. Clayton takes your calls on Seattle's 5-0 start midway through the hour. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 2 - Friday phone calls on Seattle's Sunday night tilt with the Vikings
October 09, 2020 19:46 - 39 minutes - 18.1 MBHow do you think the Seahawks will fare against Minnesota on Sunday? John Clayton takes your calls to start off the second hour. On the Report Card, what did Brian Schottenheimer do last week when Seattle's headsets went out? The Professor gives him a grade. Your text questions and The Groz finish off the week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hour 1 - Which Vikings present the biggest challenges for the Seahawks?
October 09, 2020 19:45 - 42 minutes - 19.4 MBHow likely is it Seattle can improve to 5-0 on Sunday night? John Clayton discusses in Friday's Top Five. In Under Further Review, which Vikings receivers will present the biggest challenges on Sunday? The Professor gives his answer. Courtney Cronin of ESPN joins the show to give a Minnesota perspective of Sunday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.