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 1 - Mariners Chairman John Stanton on the official return of baseball
June 24, 2020 19:45 - 37 minutes - 17.4 MBHow will baseball look now that it's officially on its way back? How close were we to not having a 2020 MLB season? How will Seattle construct their roster for a 60-game season? Mariners Chairman John Stanton joins John Clayton to answer all of those questions to start off Wednesday's show. Could the Seahawks' discussions about Antonio Brown actually lead to them signing the controversial receiver? The Professor looks at that in Under Further Review. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for ...
Hour 2 - Can we definitively say baseball is back? Larry Stone dials in
June 23, 2020 19:46 - 39 minutes - 18.3 MBIt appears as though MLB and the players have finally reached a stalemate, so what does that mean for the 2020 season? Larry Stone of The Seattle Times joins John Clayton to discuss what the upcoming season will look like and whether or not the two sides can repair the damage done. On the Report Card, are the Seahawks the leader in the clubhouse for Antonio Brown? The Professor gives it a grade. Your text questions and The Groz close out Tuesday. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for priv...
Hour 1 - NFL Network's Mike Giardi on Jamal Adams's future
June 23, 2020 19:45 - 39 minutes - 18.3 MBBaseball will implement a 60-game season and Chris Carson has a new agent right ahead of his contract negotiations. John Clayton examines it all in Tuesday's Top Five. NFL Network's Mike Giardi stops by to discuss the biggest headlines in the league including Jamal Adams' future in New York. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.
Hour 2 - NBC Sports NW's Joe Fann on the likelihood Seattle goes after Jamal Adams
June 22, 2020 19:46 - 38 minutes - 17.8 MBWould Jamal Adams be a fit with the Seahawks? Do they have enough enticing pieces to trade for the All-Pro safety? John Clayton discusses with Joe Fann of NBC Sports Northwest to start Monday's second hour. On the Report Card, one former Mariner gets one of the highest honors for his charitable actions. Your text questions and The Groz finish off Monday. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.
Hour 1 - Pete Carroll's influence on defenses across the NFL
June 22, 2020 19:45 - 40 minutes - 18.4 MBThe ripple effect of a busy weekend in the NFL is still being felt on Monday as John Clayton gets you set in the Top Five. Will Dak Prescott get his deal done with the Cowboys? How will the loss of Colby Parkinson for the time being impact Seattle's tight end room? The Professor explains. In Under Further Review, Clayton takes a look at the wide reaching influence Pete Carroll has had on NFL defenses. Mariners Insider Shannon Drayer joins the show to give an update on MLB's negotiations that ...
Hour 2 - ESPN's Brady Henderson on Colby Parkinson's injury, Josh Gordon, and Jamal Adams
June 19, 2020 19:46 - 40 minutes - 18.7 MBWhat kind of impact will Colby Parkinson's absence have on the Seahawks? How likely is it that Josh Gordon returns to Seattle in 2020? Should the Seahawks go after Jamal Adams? ESPN's Brady Henderson dials in to John Clayton to start off the second hour. On The Report Card, how will The Professor grade the latest offer from the MLB Players Union to the Owners? Your text questions and The Groz finish off the week. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.
Hour 1 - Should Seattle 'Let Russ Cook'? Sam Monson of Pro Football Focus explains
June 19, 2020 19:45 - 38 minutes - 17.8 MBShould the Seahawks make a run at safety Jamal Adams? How will Deebo Samuel's foot injury impact the 49ers' season? John Clayton discusses in Friday's Top Five. Pro Football Focus' Sam Monson joins The Professor as they take a look at how good Russell Wilson could be if the Seahawks let him throw more. The hour finishes with some news about Seahawks rookie TE Colby Parkinson and it's not great. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.
Hour 2 - Michael Bumpus on Josh Gordon's reinstatement attempt
June 18, 2020 19:46 - 39 minutes - 18.2 MBJosh Gordon has applied for reinstatement, so what could this mean for the Seahawks? Would they still have interest in signing him? Michael Bumpus joins John Clayton to discuss to get the second hour started. On the Report Card, what's the latest offer from the MLB Players Union? The Professor gives the negotiations a grade. Your text questions and The Groz cap off Thursday. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.
Hour 1 - Questions arise about the NFL's COVID plans
June 18, 2020 19:45 - 40 minutes - 18.3 MBDoes the NFL have a good plan in place for their season in the face of a pandemic? Will the league need to expand rosters? John Clayton examines it all in Thursday's Top Five. ESPN's Alden Gonzalez joins The Professor to discuss where MLB's negotiations stand following what everyone thought was a productive day. DEVELOPING: Josh Gordon has applied for reinstatement. What are the chances he returns to the Seahawks? See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.
Hour 2 - Expectations for Seattle's offense in 2020 with Jake Heaps
June 17, 2020 19:46 - 39 minutes - 17.9 MBWith virtual meetings wrapping up, how are the Seahawks feeling about their offense heading into 2020? Jake Heaps joins John Clayton as they discuss to start the second hour. On The Report Card, MLB appears to finally be heading into the right direction with their negotiations. The Professor gives it a grade. Your text questions and The Groz close out Wednesday. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.
Hour 1 - NFC West check-in: the Rams with ESPN's Lindsey Thiry
June 17, 2020 19:45 - 40 minutes - 18.4 MBThe Top Five starts with the latest from MLB's tense negotiations with the players union and also an update on NHL Seattle's name. In Under Further Review, are the Rams due for a setback in 2020? John Clayton discusses. Later, The Professor continues his trip around the NFC West with ESPN's Lindsey Thiry as they take a look at what expectations are for a Rams team that's only a season removed from a Super Bowl run. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.
Hour 2 - NFC West check-in: the Cardinals with Kent Somers
June 16, 2020 19:46 - 39 minutes - 18.3 MBAre the Cardinals the most improved team in the NFL heading into 2020? John Clayton is joined by Kent Somers of The Arizona Republic who gives you the lowdown on where the Cards are heading into year two of Kliff Kingsbury and Kyler Murray. On the Report Card, how will The Professor grade Rob Manfred's 180 degree turn? Your text questions and The Groz cap off Tuesday. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.
Hour 1 - ESPN's Tim Kurkjian on the disastrous MLB negotiations
June 16, 2020 19:45 - 41 minutes - 19.1 MBWill MLB really take their ball and go home? What does Roger Goodell's support for Colin Kaepernick mean for his chances of returning to the NFL? John Clayton breaks it all down in Tuesday's Top Five. ESPN's Tim Kurkjian dials in to The Professor midway through the hour as Rob Manfred's confidence in baseball getting played wavers.
Hour 2 - NFC West check-in: the 49ers with Matt Maiocco
June 15, 2020 19:46 - 39 minutes - 18.3 MBWill the 49ers fall victim to a Super Bowl hangover in 2020? John Clayton starts his NFC West check-ins with NBC Sports Bay Area's Matt Maiocco to kick off Monday's second hour. On the Report Card, did MLB owners really reach a $1 billion agreement while complaining about lost revenue? The Professor gives it a grade. Your text questions and The Groz finish Monday.
Hour 1 - Is baseball self-imploding? Shannon Drayer joins The Professor
June 15, 2020 19:45 - 41 minutes - 19.2 MBBaseball could very well come back in 2020, but will MLB be able to recover from the ugly negotiations going on? John Clayton discusses in Monday's top five. What makes the Seahawks' play action passing work so well? The Professor explains. Mariners Insider Shannon Drayer joins the show to explain why MLB could be heading for an ugly negotiation not just now but down the road too.
Hour 2 - Bob Condotta's biggest takeaways from Pete Carroll's Thursday presser
June 12, 2020 19:46 - 39 minutes - 18.1 MBWhat did The Seattle Times' Bob Condotta make of Pete Carroll's nearly hour long press conference on Thursday? Does he believe Carroll's explanation of the Seahawks passing on signing Colin Kaepernick? He joins John Clayton to start Friday's second hour. On The Report Card, former Astros bench coach is throwing everyone under the bus for their banging scheme. How will The Professor grade it? Your text questions and The Groz finish out the week.
Hour 1 - Unpacking Pete Carroll on using so much base defense and Colin Kaepernick
June 12, 2020 19:45 - 40 minutes - 18.5 MBDid Pete Carroll say anything on Thursday that indicates Seattle will move away from so much base defense? Why does Pete Carroll regret not signing Colin Kaepernick back in 2017? John Clayton discusses to lead off Friday. Midway through the hour, Andrew Brandt of MMQB joins the show for a preview of this week's Schooled episode that takes a look at how different the 2021 salary cap could look like.
Hour 2 - Michael Bumpus on shortened preseasons and Seattle's D line without Clowney
June 11, 2020 19:46 - 39 minutes - 18.2 MBJohn Clayton is joined by 710's Michael Bumpus to begin the second hour. What would a shorter preseason mean for guys on the roster bubble? How will Seattle's defensive line perform without Jadeveon Clowney in 2020? Bump lets you know. On the Report Card, did the 90s Sonics nearly acquire one of the greatest scorers in NBA history? The Professor puts a grade on that rumor. Your text questions and The Groz close out Thursday.
Hour 1 - Are we about to see a shorter NFL preseason?
June 11, 2020 19:45 - 39 minutes - 18.3 MBWill there be a shorter NFL preseason in 2020? Who is Mariners' first round pick Emerson Hancock? John Clayton takes a look in Thursday's Top Five. How would a shorter preseason impact roster decisions? The Professor examines in Under Further Review. 710sports.com's Brandon Gustafson joins the show to unpack Seattle's drafting of RHP Emerson Hancock.
Hour 2 - How can the Seahawks improve their sack total in 2020? Dave Wyman explains
June 10, 2020 19:46 - 39 minutes - 18.2 MBJohn Clayton is joined by Dave Wyman to start the second hour as they look at how the Seahawks can improve their sack total in 2020 from the lackluster number they had in 2019. On The Report Card, one MLB owner says owning a sports team isn't profitable. The Professor grades that lunacy. Your text questions and The Groz wrap up Wednesday.
Hour 1 - Is Seattle's D Line better in 2020? ESPN's Brady Henderson dials in
June 10, 2020 19:45 - 41 minutes - 19 MBCould a market for Jadeveon Clowney emerge if players are allowed back in their facilities? Who might the Mariners target in Wednesday's MLB Draft? John Clayton discusses in the Top Five. ESPN's Brady Henderson joins the show as they take a look at if Seattle's defensive line has improved despite Clowney not being on the roster.
Hour 2 - The changing landscape of NFL offenses with Brian Billick
June 09, 2020 19:46 - 40 minutes - 18.5 MBHow will NFL offenses continue to evolve in 2020? John Clayton is joined by Super Bowl winning head coach and NFL Network analyst Brian Billick to start off Tuesday's second hour. On the Report Card, one MLB umpire is up to some shady business. The Professor gives him a grade. Your text questions and The Groz close out Tuesday.
Hour 1 - How will Seattle's running back situation play out in 2020?
June 09, 2020 19:45 - 42 minutes - 19.3 MBHow close are NFL players to returning to their team facilities? John Clayton takes a look in Tuesday's Top Five. With Carlos Hyde now in the fold, how will Seattle divvy up the carries in 2020? The Professor goes Under Further Review. Mariners Insider Shannon Drayer joins the show to break down the latest in MLB's restart talks and who might be in the Mariners' interest during tomorrow's MLB Draft.
Hour 2 - Larry Stone on how the Mariners rebuild is still working without playing
June 08, 2020 19:47 - 39 minutes - 18.1 MBEven though there's still no baseball, maybe the Mariners are still on-track with their rebuild. Larry Stone from the Seattle Times joins the program to discuss why he thinks the rebuild is still working without actually playing. And in the report card the Professor gives a grade to a prominent athlete who has decided to retire for a third time. Then it's time for a Daily Dose of the Groz!
Hour 1 - The standoff between MLB and MLBPA continues
June 08, 2020 19:46 - 41 minutes - 18.9 MBMLB has made another proposal to the MLBPA, and within 10 minutes it was turned down. So negotiations are still trying to be made in baseball. Then our very own Jessamyn McIntyre joins the program to give us some updates at WSU and NCAA football of when players will be able to return to their schools for workouts. Also NFL coaches are permitted to be back at their team facilities, but how soon can we expect players to show up for mini-camps?
Hour 2 - UW athletic director Jen Cohen!
June 05, 2020 19:47 - 40 minutes - 18.4 MBUW athletic director Jen Cohen joins the show to discuss the precautions that UW is taking with their athletes and students, target dates for when they can get athletes back on campus, and more. The Report Card: Stephen A Smith has a message for the NBA teams that are mad they were left out of the Orlando bubble, and Snoop Dog holds the key to how the Lakers can win the championship. The Groz joins the show to talk about Washington state opening up sports with no fans.
Hour 1 - NFL coaches return to their facilities
June 05, 2020 19:46 - 40 minutes - 18.3 MBBreaking News: WA governor Jay Inslee has announced pro sports can resume in the state as long as certain benchmarks are met. What are those benchmarks? Is this a good sign for pro sports returning soon, as in the NFL? Joe Fann of NBC Sports Northwest joins the show to discuss the state of the Seahawks. Is their defense Super Bowl caliber?
Hour 2 - Are the Seahawks a top 5 team in the NFL?
June 04, 2020 19:47 - 39 minutes - 18.2 MBMichael Bumpus joins the show to discuss the state of the Seahawks offensive personnel and whether or not the tight ends will become a bigger part in the passing game in 2020. The Professor then gives out his grades in the Report Card. Up for debate today: Damon "Snacks" Harrison actually not liking his nickname that much. The Groz drops by to discuss the NBA board of governors approving a return-to-play plan.
Hour 1 - Mariners legend Alvin Davis joins the show!
June 04, 2020 19:46 - 38 minutes - 17.9 MBThe Professor gets you started with the Top 5 stories of the day, including the NBA voting on a return-to-play plan, MLB not counteroffering player's proposal for a 114-game season, and more. Under Further Review: are the Tampa Bay Buccaneers better then the Seahawks right now? We then continue Mariners Legends Week with Mr.Mariner himself Alvin Davis! What was it like coming up through the Mariners minor league system and earning the nickname "Mr.Mariner"?
Hour 2 - Dave Wyman on how he's confident in the Seahawks defense in 2020
June 03, 2020 19:47 - 40 minutes - 18.6 MBDave Wyman joins the show to talk about why he believes Bobby Wagner in saying the Seahawks defense will be better in 2020. Will this be a unit of strength for the Seahawks? The Report Card: the Professor gives his grades on Rob Gronkowski losing his WWE 24/7 belt, and the NBA is close to resuming their season. The Groz stops by to talk the likelihood of NFL Training Camps beginning on time.
Hour 1 - Is the Seahawks defense better on paper than last season's?
June 03, 2020 19:46 - 40 minutes - 18.5 MBThe Professor gets you started with today's Top 5, including the NBA getting closer to returning to play, Brock's report on why the entire NFL is afraid to sign Jadeveon Clowney, and more. Under Further Review: how can the Seahawks defense grow from last season? Do they need a full season of Quandre Diggs? Stacy Rost joins the show to discuss the state of the Seahawks defense. The Professor then goes Behind the Lines to discuss the latest on NFL Training Camps.
Hour 2 - The state of QBs in the NFC West with Kurt Warner
June 02, 2020 19:46 - 40 minutes - 18.5 MBHow does NFL Network's Kurt Warner rank the QBs in the NFC West? He joins John Clayton to start off Tuesday's second hour. On The Report Card, one of the biggest Seattle sports villains is complaining about problems he created. The Professor gives Clay Bennett a grade. Your text questions and The Groz close out Tuesday.
Hour 1 - How far open is Seattle's title window?
June 02, 2020 19:45 - 38 minutes - 17.8 MBBobby Wagner thinks Seattle's defense will be better in 2020, so does John Clayton agree with him? He lets you know in Tuesday's Top Five. In Under Further Review, how open is the Seahawks' title window? Mariners Insider Shannon Drayer joins the show to give the latest insight on where the negotiations between MLB and the players stand.
Hour 2 - Will there be baseball in 2020? Larry Stone joins John Clayton
June 01, 2020 19:46 - 39 minutes - 18 MBHow confident is The Seattle Times' Larry Stone that there will be baseball at all in 2020? He joins John Clayton to start off Monday's second hour. On the Report Card, one NFL QB has an offseason side gig with NASA. The Professor gives it a grade. Your text questions and The Groz wrap up Monday.
Hour 1 - Which teams are most locked in to their QB situations? ESPN's Dan Graziano dials in
June 01, 2020 19:45 - 38 minutes - 17.6 MBIs baseball getting further apart on reaching a deal to play in 2020? Is LJ Collier going to break through for the Seahawks? The Professor examines to start off the week. ESPN's Dan Graziano joins the show to go over his rankings of which NFL teams are most locked in at the QB spot. Where does Russell Wilson fall on his list? He tells John Clayton.
Hour 2 - Jake Heaps on what's left for the Seahawks this offseason
May 29, 2020 19:46 - 39 minutes - 18.2 MBAfter the Carlos Hyde signing, what's left for the Seahawks? Jake Heaps dials in to John Clayton to start off the second hour. On the Report Card, would you shell out to spend a night in a minor league ballpark? The Professor puts a grade on it. Your text questions and The Groz close out the week.
Hour 1 - Have the Seahawks gotten better this offseason? Bob Condotta weighs in
May 29, 2020 19:45 - 40 minutes - 18.5 MBWhy did the NFL shelve the 4th and 15 alternative to the onside kick? The Professor unpacks that decision to start Friday. At this point of the offseason, are the Seahawks better than they were in 2019? John Clayton is joined by Bob Condotta midway through the first hour to answer that question.
Hour 2 - Will baseball be back in 2020? ESPN's Jesse Rogers dials in
May 28, 2020 19:46 - 38 minutes - 17.4 MBThe negotiations to get baseball back in 2020 are getting tense, so could things break down or will cooler heads prevail? ESPN's Jesse Rogers joins John Clayton to share his insight into the restart talks. On The Report Card, the NFL will not adopt a 4th and 15 alternative to the onside kick. What grade will The Professor give that decision? Your text questions and The Groz wrap up Thursday.
Hour 1 - Why did Jadeveon Clowney turn down the Browns?
May 28, 2020 19:45 - 38 minutes - 17.9 MBIf the Browns offered Jadeveon Clowney the most money, why did he ultimately turn them down? John Clayton takes a look at the free agent pass rusher to start off Thursday. 710's Michael Bumpus stops by to give his take on why Clowney remains unsigned as well as why he thinks the Carlos Hyde signing was a good one for Seattle.
Hour 2 - Dave Wyman on who's a better fit with the Seahawks: Josh Gordon or Antonio Brown?
May 27, 2020 19:46 - 38 minutes - 17.7 MBWhich controversial receiver would be a better fit with the Seahawks, Josh Gordon or Antonio Brown? John Clayton is joined by Dave Wyman who gives his answer to start the second hour. On the Report Card, NBA star Damian Lillard says he won't play if the season resumes and his team doesn't have a shot at making the playoffs. How will The Professor grade that stance? Your text questions and The Groz close up Wednesday.
Hour 1 - NBC Sports NW's Joe Fann on Carlos Hyde and Seattle's subpar drafting
May 27, 2020 19:45 - 37 minutes - 17.1 MBWhy did MLB players bristle at the owners' economic proposal? What will the NHL's restart plan look like? John Clayton answers those questions in the Top Five. Joe Fann of NBC Sports Northwest dials in to give his thoughts on the Carlos Hyde signing and why the Seahawks' post-2012 draft classes have left a lot to be desired.
Hour 2 - What's left in Carlos Hyde's tank? Aaron Wilson of The Houston Chronicle explains
May 26, 2020 19:46 - 38 minutes - 17.6 MBWhat kind of running back should the Seahawks expect to see in Carlos Hyde? John Clayton is joined by Aaron Wilson of The Houston Chronicle to start the second hour. On The Report Card, Tom Brady's golf game isn't close to his football prowess. The Professor gives him a grade. Your text questions and The Groz finish off Tuesday.
Hour 1 - Why did the Seahawks pick Carlos Hyde over Devonta Freeman?
May 26, 2020 19:45 - 40 minutes - 18.6 MBWhy did the Seahawks choose the power style of Carlos Hyde over the multiple dimensions of Devonta Freeman? The Professor tells you exactly why in Tuesday's Top Five. In Under Further Review, John Clayton takes a look at how the Hyde signing will impact the rest of Seattle's offseason moves. Mariners Insider Shannon Drayer joins the show as MLB enters a crucial week of restart negotiations.
Hour 2 - ESPN's Brady Henderson on the Seahawks' interest in Devonta Freeman
May 22, 2020 19:46 - 37 minutes - 17.4 MBWhat is Seattle's interest level in Devonta Freeman or Carlos Hyde? ESPN's Brady Henderson joins John Clayton to start off Friday's second hour. On the Report Card, are you ready for a 10-part Tom Brady documentary? Doesn't matter because it's happening anyways. The Professor gives it a grade. Your text questions and The Groz get your Memorial Day weekend started.
Hour 1 - Which NFL rule changes should we expect next week? ESPN's Kevin Seifert weighs in
May 22, 2020 19:45 - 40 minutes - 18.4 MBWill Jerry Dipoto's comments about baseball hopefully returning be taken well by the players? Did Dak Prescott really turn down a $35M offer? John Clayton starts Friday looking at all of that in Friday's Top Five. ESPN's Kevin Seifert joins The Professor to look at the new NFL rule proposals up for vote next week.
Hour 2 - NFL Network's Nate Burleson on why DK Metcalf will have a breakout 2020 season
May 21, 2020 19:46 - 38 minutes - 17.9 MBIs DK Metcalf poised to take a big leap in 2020? The NFL Network's Nate Burleson explains to John Clayton why he thinks that will happen to start off the second hour. On the Report Card, Mariners GM Jerry Dipoto had some very direct words for players complaining about pay if MLB resumes their season. The Professor gives Dipoto a grade. Your text questions and The Groz finish off Thursday.
Hour 1 - How would Devonta Freeman fit with the Seahawks? Michael Bumpus explains
May 21, 2020 19:45 - 40 minutes - 18.7 MBDo the Seahawks have their sights set on former Falcons RB Devonta Freeman? Could Josh Gordon be reinstated soon? John Clayton examines in Thursday's Top Five. Michael Bumpus joins The Professor midway through the hour as they look at how Freeman would fit in with Seattle and what the wide receiver group would look like with Josh Gordon in the fold.
Hour 2 - Hall of Fame GM Bill Polian joins John Clayton
May 20, 2020 19:46 - 38 minutes - 17.8 MBDid the NFL do the right thing by not incentivizing the Rooney Rule? John Clayton is joined by Hall of Fame GM Bill Polian to start off the second hour. On The Report Card, which Houston Astro continues to dodge his involvement in their 2017 banging scheme? The Professor gives it a grade. Your text questions and The Groz close out Wednesday.
Hour 1 - How will Bruce Irvin fit in with Seattle's defense in 2020? Dave Wyman explains
May 20, 2020 19:45 - 38 minutes - 17.6 MBWhat's next for Quinton Dunbar after he entered his not guilty plea? John Clayton takes a look in Wednesday's Top Five. How will Bruce Irvin fit into Seattle's defense in 2020? The Professor is joined by Dave Wyman midway through the first hour.
Hour 2 - Sean Salisbury and The Professor go Four Downs
May 19, 2020 19:46 - 38 minutes - 17.8 MBCan Pac-12 football survive if they delay their season until the Spring? Will the rumored tweaks to the Rooney Rule be enough to promote more inclusion with NFL hires? Sean Salisbury joins John Clayton to answer those questions and more in Tuesday's edition of Four Downs. On The Report Card, did Peyton Manning give Pete Carroll the cold shoulder in 2012? The Professor gives it a grade. Your text questions and The Groz cap off Tuesday.