John Clayton's Cold Hard Facts

John Clayton discusses whether the all the hype surrounding the Seahawks' upcoming season will hurt the team. "The Professor" also talks about how the 49ers stack up to the Seahawks, the 12th Man's attempt to break the Guinness World Record for stadium noise during the home opener Sept. 15 vs. San Francisco and why it would be a mistake to let go of Seahawks fullback Michael Robinson.

John Clayton explains why it's not outlandish to wonder whether another subpar season by Seahawks defensive end Red Bryant could potentially mean the end of his time in Seattle. Also, "The Professor" revisits the controversial touchdown call by replacement referee Lance Easley at the end of the Seahawks-Packers game last September after Seahawks cornerback Richard Sherman reached out to Easley and invited him to umpire Sherman's celebrity softball game Sunday. In addition, Clayton lists the NFC West as the best division in the NFL and ranks the NFC West's starting quarterbacks.

The Professor answers which Seahawk he believes will amass more all-purpose yards in 2013: Marshawn Lynch or Percy Harvin? He also touches on the motion to suppress evidence in Lynch's DUI case, Rams rookie Tavon Austin's decision to put his mother in charge of his finances, and the latest on Aaron Hernandez.

John Clayton joins "Wyman, Mike and Moore" to discuss cornerback Richard Sherman's comments on the NFL Network regarding his relationship with former Stanford and current 49ers head coach Jim Harbaugh.

John Clayton predicts what the Seahawks' record will be after the first six games of the season and explains which of those games he thinks will give Seattle the most trouble. The Professor also discusses the first part of the 49ers' schedule, the extent to which the Seahawks will miss defensive end Bruce Irvin during his PED suspension the first four games of the season and where the Seattle defense stacks up in fantasy football.

The Professor picks his top four NFL coaches, discussed who in the Seahawks' rookie class could have a hard time making the roster, and provides the latest twists and turns in the Aaron Hernandez saga. He also touches on shortstop Brad Miller joining the Mariners and picks an NFL team the Mariners are most similar to.

John Clayton says that the NFL has to look into protecting the image of the league and keeping discipline problems from becoming negative publicity. Clayton weighs in on all the latest with the Aaron Hernandez situation.

John Clayton gives his overall perspective on the news surrounding former Patriots tight end Aaron Hernandez. The Professor also delves into the NCAA's sanctions on the University of Oregon and its impact on Eagles head coach Chip Kelly.

John Clayton explains what's particularly impressive about Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson. The Professor also says he wouldn't be surprised if Seahawks running back Christine Michael, a second-round pick in April's draft, is a top-five running back in the NFL by 2016.

John Clayton sheds light on what stood out from his recent interview with Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson, including where he ranks in his hand database. The Professor also discusses the Seahawks' depth on the offensive line, expectations for guard James Carpenter and the latest with Patriots tight end Aaron Hernandez's legal troubles.

John Clayton talks about Golden Tate, Sidney Rice and the Seahawks' long-term situation at wide receiver, general manager John Schneider's contract extension and the latest on the homicide investigation involving Patriots tight end Aaron Hernandez.

John Clayton adds his insight on the legal trouble involving Patriots tight end Aaron Hernandez and the possible repercussions for New England. Clayton also says the NFC South is the second strongest division in the NFL behind the NFC West. The professor also names a couple of NFL teams who could have a surprise season.

John Clayton discusses his expectations for Seahawks wide receiver Golden Tate in 2013 and why he doubts Tate will be re-signed when his contract expires at the end of the season. Clayton also picks which Seahawks rookie he thinks will have the most impact on the team.

John Clayton explains why he strongly disagrees with ESPN.com columnist Jeffri Chadiha's criticism of Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson. Chadiha said, among other things, that Wilson will never be an elite quarterback in the NFL. The Professor also talks about whether Seattle must win the Super Bowl for it to be considered a successful season, what the Seahawks' biggest positional advantage is within the NFC West and whether the team can keep both cornerback Richard Sherman and safety Earl Thomas long-term.

John Clayton makes his case for why he thinks Seahawks cornerback Richard Sherman will have a better season than Buccaneers counterpart Darrelle Revis. The Professor also explains why second-round pick Christine Michael could be the Seahawks' starting running back of the future.