John Clayton's Cold Hard Facts
Summary: No one knows more about the NFL than "The Professor" John Clayton. A ubiquitous presence on ESPN, he's an analyst, commentator, and human database of all things football. Get the latest lowdown on the league live every weekday at 4pm on 710 ESPN Seattle.
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With Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco dealing with a back issue, The Professor shares his opinion on the injury, and if the Ravens will now go after Colin Kaepernick. He also discusses the recent CTE study, several members on the Dallas Cowboys, and much more NFL news.
With Steelers running back LeVeon Bell asking to be paid like a combination of a number one running back and receiver, The Professor gives his take on the matter. He also talks Lucky Whitehead being claimed by the Jets, the Allen Barbre trade, the extension of Everson Griffen, Teddy Bridgewater being placed on the PUP list, and many more NFL stories.
The Professor gives insight on his list of top 10 QB's coming into the 2017 season with Danny, Dave and Moore. He also looks into Brandon Linder's new contract, and how it will effect the Seahawks when Justin Britt becomes a free agent, along with the latest on Lucky Whitehead.
With Kam Chancellor becoming a free agent after 2017, The Professor discusses what he thinks the Seahawks should do with him. He also talks Pacman Jones, Michael Oher, Anquan Boldin, Randy Moss, and all of the recent NFL news.
With Michael Oher being cut by the Carolina Panthers due to off the field issues and injuries, The Professor shares his thoughts on the move, and if there are issues in the front office in Carolina. He also talks about Chris Johnson, Trai Turner's contract extension, Greg Olsen, KJ Wright, Jaylon Smith's rehab process, and more lingering NFL buzz.
With Kirk Cousins failing to reach an extension with the Redskins, John Clayton gives his opinion on whether or not this was a good move, and what this means for Cousins. He also discusses Marty Hurney as the interim Panthers GM, Ezekiel Elliott's bar fight, the injury to Chargers rookie receiver Mike Williams, Matt Ryan and the Atlanta Falcons, and all of the latest NFL stories.
With the Panthers firing their GM David Gettleman just two years after a Super Bowl appearance, The Professor displays his opinion on the matter. He also looks into Ezekiel Elliott's bar fight, players on franchise contracts, such as Kirk Cousins, LeVeon Bell, and Trumaine Johnson, and more of the recent NFL buzz.
With Vikings head coach Mike Zimmer in the news again with both his right eye and his comments about Michael Floyd, The Professor dissects the topic. He also shares his thoughts on Tom Cable, the Seahawks offensive line and running backs, coaches who have coached in both college and the NFL, and all of the latest NFL stories.
The Professor joins Danny, Dave and Moore to break down the Seahawks defensive line, particularly the defensive ends between Bennett, Avril, Frank Clark, and Malik McDowell. He also talks NFL salaries, a potential strike, the LA Rams, and all other things relating to the NFL.
With Calvin Johnson coming out and saying the performance of the Lions was a large reason for his retirement, The Professor displays his insight on the matter. He also discusses Todd Merinovich coming out of retirement, Colin Kaepernick, the comments made by Marcus Peters about Marshawn Lynch, the Seahawks running game, and more NFL buzz.
With Marshawn Lynch in the headlines again, can he be a big contributor to the Raiders in 2017? The Professor gives his takes on the subject and whether or not he can rush for 1,000 yards. He also shares his knowledge on Brett Veach, Cam Newton needing to quicken his release, Ezekiel Elliott, Reuben Foster, and all of the latest NFL stories.
With Budda Baker looking to start in the Cardinals defensive backfield this season, The Professor discusses how productive he thinks the former UW safety will be in his rookie year. He also shares his takes on the rest of the Cardinals team, Austin Sefarian-Jenkins, the Broncos QB battle, Myles Garrett, and all of the latest NFL buzz.
With training camp coming up quickly, the competition for the Seahawks third cornerback will be under a close watch. Who will grasp the job? Shaquill Griffin? Neiko Thorpe? DeAndre Elliott? The Professor shares his insight. He also discusses LeVeon Bell, contract extensions, the rise in annual salary for quarterbacks, the two LA football teams, and all of the latest NFL news.
With Damien Wilson getting arrested for aggravated assault and Dak Prescott being accused of using a machine for his autographs, John Clayton shares his thoughts on the news with Danny and Jim. Where will the Cowboys turn from here at linebacker? He also discusses the stories of the Arizona Cardinals, including them potentially drafting Luke Falk in 2018, as well as DeForest Buckner, RG3, Colin Kaepernick, and many more trending NFL stories.
With the Seahawks having a very deep receiving core, will Jermaine Kearse remain a Seahawk? The Professor shares his thoughts on his future. He also discusses other Seahawks news, as well as Dorial Green-Beckham, the 49ers, the odd Jordan Hicks injury, which rookie QB has the best chance to start, and all of the latest NFL buzz.