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John Clayton

English, Sports, 1 season, 100 episodes, 2 days, 18 hours, 54 minutes
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John 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

Curtis 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.
11/12/202040 minutes, 15 seconds
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Hour 1 - How should the Seahawks approach the challenge of facing the Rams?

Can 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.
11/12/202040 minutes, 1 second
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Hour 2 - Diagnosing Seattle's defensive struggles with Dave Wyman

What 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.
11/11/202039 minutes, 20 seconds
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Hour 1 - Washington Wednesday with ESPN's Kyle Bonagura

How 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.
11/11/202041 minutes, 31 seconds
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Hour 2 - Sorting the NFC's contenders in Four Downs with Sean Salisbury

Which 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.
11/10/202039 minutes, 24 seconds
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Hour 1 - Finding fixes for Seattle's defense

Will 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.
11/10/202041 minutes, 37 seconds
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Hour 2 - Your takes on Seattle's rough day in Buffalo

What 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.
11/9/202039 minutes, 22 seconds
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Hour 1 - Who's to blame for Seattle's defense? Joe Fann dials in

Where 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.
11/9/202042 minutes, 26 seconds
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Hour 2 - How can Seattle stay atop the NFC? Stacy Rost joins The Professor

Will 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.
11/6/202039 minutes, 47 seconds
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Hour 1 - Seahawks LB Cody Barton LIVE

Will 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.
11/6/202040 minutes, 35 seconds
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Hour 2 - Michael Bumpus on how Seattle's defense can slow Buffalo's offense

Seattle 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.
11/5/202038 minutes, 51 seconds
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Hour 1 - Seahawks opponent preview: Vic Carucci on the Bills

Is 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.
11/5/202042 minutes, 23 seconds
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Hour 2 - Dave Wyman on Seattle's arriving defensive reinforcements

Seattle'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.
11/4/202038 minutes, 55 seconds
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Hour 1 - Washington Wednesday with Pac-12 Network's Yogi Roth

What'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 privacy information.
11/4/202041 minutes, 4 seconds
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Hour 2 - 4 Downs with Sean Salisbury on the deadline, Jimmy G, & Trevor Lawrence

Are 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.
11/3/202038 minutes, 37 seconds
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Hour 1 - NFL trade deadline rumors with ESPN's Dan Graziano

We'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.
11/3/202042 minutes, 18 seconds
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Hour 2 - How did Seattle's defense step up? Bob Condotta weighs in

By 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.
11/2/202039 minutes, 23 seconds
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Hour 1 - Your takes on Seattle's complete victory over the 49ers

Were 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.
11/2/202040 minutes, 7 seconds
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Hour 2 - A Niners perspective going into Sunday with ESPN's Nick Wagoner

What 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.
10/30/202037 minutes, 53 seconds
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Hour 1 - Seahawks LB KJ Wright joins The Professor

Seattle'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.
10/30/202041 minutes, 32 seconds
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Hour 2 - 49ers GM John Lynch LIVE

How 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.
10/29/202038 minutes, 30 seconds
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Hour 1 - Are the Seahawks done adding on the trade market?

Will 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.
10/29/202040 minutes, 39 seconds
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Hour 2 - Wednesday with Dave Wyman on the Carlos Dunlap acquisition

It'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.
10/28/202039 minutes, 13 seconds
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Hour 1 - What are the Seahawks getting in Carlos Dunlap?

The 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.
10/28/202042 minutes, 23 seconds
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Hour 2 - Sean Salisbury goes 4 Downs on the NFC West, rookie QBs, & Antonio Brown

What'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.
10/27/202037 minutes, 45 seconds
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Hour 1 - Can Seattle's defense improve without making a trade?

Pete 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.
10/27/202041 minutes, 36 seconds
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Hour 2 - ESPN's Brady Henderson on what went wrong for the Seahawks in week 7

What 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.
10/26/202041 minutes, 7 seconds
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Hour 1 - Picking up the pieces from Seattle's first loss

Who'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.
10/26/202041 minutes, 52 seconds
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Hour 2 - Schooled Preview with Cardinals broadcaster Ron Wolfley

John 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.
10/23/202039 minutes, 58 seconds
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Hour 1 - Has Russell Wilson surpassed Pat Mahomes? Charley Casserly answers

The 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.
10/23/202042 minutes, 1 second
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Hour 2 - Michael Bumpus on Seattle's interest in Antonio Brown

What 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.
10/22/202038 minutes, 55 seconds
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Hour 1 - Do the Seahawks actually need Antonio Brown?

Is 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.
10/22/202042 minutes, 15 seconds
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Hour 2 - FOX's Mark Schlereth on his expectations for Seattle & Arizona on Sunday

He'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.
10/21/202039 minutes, 18 seconds
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Hour 1 - Previewing the Cardinals with Kent Somers

Why 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.
10/21/202041 minutes, 18 seconds
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Hour 2 - Four Downs with Sean Salisbury on Seattle's place among NFC contenders

Are 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.
10/20/202038 minutes, 19 seconds
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Hour 1 - The Professor and The Guru: Jake Heaps on Seattle's defensive health

Pete 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.
10/20/202041 minutes, 26 seconds
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Hour 2 - NBC Sports NW's Joe Fann on Seattle's advantageous bye week

How 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.
10/19/202037 minutes, 36 seconds
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Hour 1 - Solomon Wilcots on the NFL's Haves and Have-nots following week 6

The 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.
10/19/202043 minutes, 42 seconds
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Hour 2 - ESPN's Bill Barnwell on the trade market heating up

The 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.
10/16/202039 minutes, 24 seconds
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Hour 1 - Should Seattle be cheering for the 49ers or Rams on Sunday?

Around 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.
10/16/202040 minutes, 13 seconds
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Hour 2 - Should the Seahawks pay Chris Carson? Michael Bumpus answers

Has 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.
10/15/202039 minutes, 20 seconds
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Hour 1 - NFL Network's Andrew Siciliano on Russell Wilson's MVP candidacy

The 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.
10/15/202042 minutes, 14 seconds
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Hour 2 - Dave Wyman gets to the bottom of Seattle's 3rd down woes

It'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.
10/14/202038 minutes, 42 seconds
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Hour 1 - Yahoo's Charles Robinson on the NFC's contenders and pretenders

The 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.
10/14/202040 minutes, 35 seconds
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Hour 2 - The Professor and Sean Salisbury recap week 5 in Four Downs

Which 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.
10/13/202039 minutes, 47 seconds
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Hour 1 - Which team is Seattle's toughest remaining opponent?

How 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.
10/13/202039 minutes, 36 seconds
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Hour 2 - Bob Condotta on Seattle's record-setting start

Seattle 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.
10/12/202038 minutes, 50 seconds
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Hour 1 - Your take on Seattle's miraculous Sunday night victory

The 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.
10/12/202039 minutes, 10 seconds
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Hour 2 - Friday phone calls on Seattle's Sunday night tilt with the Vikings

How 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.
10/9/202039 minutes, 31 seconds
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Hour 1 - Which Vikings present the biggest challenges for the Seahawks?

How 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.
10/9/202042 minutes, 18 seconds
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Hour 2 - Can the Seahawks go to 5-0 against the Vikings? Michael Bumpus answers

Will the Seahawks be able to keep their win streak to start the season alive against the Vikings? John Clayton is joined by Michael Bumpus to get the second hour underway. On the Report Card, one prominent ESPN voice thinks the Bucs of all teams are the best in the NFC. The Professor gives them a grade. Your text questions and The Groz wrap up Thursday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/8/202038 minutes, 55 seconds
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Hour 1 - Hall of Famer LaDainian Tomlinson on Seattle's new look offense

What will Seattle's defense look like without Jamal Adams again in week 5? John Clayton takes a look in Thursday's Top Five. Midway through the hour, The Professor is joined by Hall of Famer and NFL Network Analyst LaDainian Tomlinson as they look at Seattle's new high powered offense and Chris Carson's place among the NFL's best running backs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/8/202040 minutes, 45 seconds
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Hour 2 - Previewing Minnesota with former Vikings OL Bryant McKinnie

Why have the Vikings gotten off to a disappointing 1-3 start in 2020? John Clayton is joined by former Minnesota OL Bryant McKinnie to preview Sunday night's Seahawks/Vikings game. On the Report Card, did Bill O'Brien really get into a shouting match with JJ Watt of all people? The Professor gives the Texans a grade. Your text questions and The Groz finish out Wednesday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/7/202039 minutes, 33 seconds
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Hour 1 - Dave Wyman on Seattle's addition of Snacks Harrison

The Storm clinched their 4th WNBA title ever and the Seahawks add a big run stuffer to their defensive line. John Clayton breaks it all down in Wednesday's Top Five. Dave Wyman drops by to discuss Seattle's signing of Snacks Harrison and what he'll add to the Seahawks' defense.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/7/202040 minutes, 56 seconds
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Hour 2 - Four Downs with Sean Salisbury on Bill O'Brien's firing

Bill O'Brien becomes the first coach to get fired, so what went wrong in Houston? John Clayton is joined by friend of the show Sean Salisbury for another edition of Four Downs. On the Report Card, the Seahawks are bringing in a pair of noteworthy names for tryouts. How will the Professor grade them? Your text questions and The Groz cap off Tuesday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/6/202039 minutes, 29 seconds
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Hour 1 - What did Seattle's defense learn from facing Miami? Jake Heaps explains

Do the Seahawks have stiff competition in the NFC from the Packers? John Clayton goes over that as well as the first head coach firing of the 2020 season in Tuesday's Top Five. The Guru, Jake Heaps, joins The Professor midway through the hour to discuss what he saw from Seattle's defense against the Dolphins and how they can build on it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/6/202039 minutes, 37 seconds
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Hour 2 - Your reactions to the Seahawks' 4-0 start

John Clayton heads to the people to start off Monday's second hour as he takes your calls on Seattle's historic start to the 2020 season. On the Report Card, the NFC East is a complete joke. The Professor gives those teams a grade. Your text questions and The Groz close out Monday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/5/202039 minutes, 39 seconds
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Hour 1 - Seattle keeps on winning, has the defense taken a step forward?

Seattle is now 4-0 and played their best defensive game of the season's first quarter. Is there still room for improvement? John Clayton discusses in Monday's Top Five. In Under Further Review, is Seattle finally using the right level of aggressiveness on offense? The Professor breaks it down. ESPN's Brady Henderson stops by to give his takeaways of the Seahawks' latest victory.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/5/202039 minutes, 34 seconds
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Hour 2 - Seahawks running back Travis Homer!

Seahawks running back Travis Homer joins the show to discuss his role as kick returner with the Seahawks, and his return to the place where he played college football at in Miami. Then, The Professor gets out the gradebook for The Report Card where he grades the NFL extending their COVID-19 daily testing, and Kyrie Irving taking a jab at LeBron James. The Groz closes out the week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/2/202039 minutes, 12 seconds
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Hour 1 - Looking ahead to Seahawks-Dolphins

The Professor looks ahead to this Sunday's matchup between the Seahawks-Dolphins, while also looking at the Titans COVID situation and the latest in the MLB Playoffs in today's Top 5! Under Further Review: Brian Schottenheimer says the Seahawks haven't really changed their offensive philosophy...is he telling the truth? Stacy Rost joins the show to talk about the current panic over the Seahawks pass defense. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/2/202040 minutes, 58 seconds
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Hour 2 - The latest in Seattle sports with Larry Stone

Larry Stone of The Seattle Times joins the show to discuss the end of the Mariners season, and previews Seahawks-Dolphins this Sunday. Then, it's time for the Report Card, as John gives out his grades for Astros shortstop Carlos Correa having a message for the haters, and Aaron Rodgers having some fun with head coach Matt LaFleur. The Groz closes out the show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/1/202040 minutes, 5 seconds
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Hour 1 - Michael Bumpus previews Seahawks-Dolphins

The Professor gets you started with the Top 5 Stories, including Seahawks defensive coordinator Ken Norton Jr. assessing the problems of the Seahawks defense, the latest in the Titans COVID situation, and more. In Under Further Review, how can the Seahawks fix their issues with the secondary? Is it really not as big of a problem as we think it is? Michael Bumpus joins the show to discuss how the Seahawks can attack the Dolphins, and how the defense can prevent giving up so many explosive plays. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
10/1/202041 minutes, 37 seconds
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Hour 2 - Wednesdays with Dave Wyman!

It's Wednesday, which means Dave Wyman joins the show to kick off the second hour! What does he think of the historical amount of offense we're seeing in the NFL so far this year? Is this sustainable for the Seahawks? John then gets out his gradebook for The Report Card for stories such as the NFL cracking down on coaches not wearing masks, and a potential boxing matchup nobody was asking for. The Groz closes out the show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/30/202038 minutes, 22 seconds
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Hour 1 - How will the NFL handle the positive COVID cases with the Titans?

John Clayton gets your day started with the Top 5 Stories, including the Titans-Steelers game being postponed due to COVID-19, the NFL cracking down hard on coaches not wearing masks, and more. Then, in Under Further Review, we take a look ahead to the Seahawks-Dolphins matchup. Is this a possible trap game for the Seahawks given the Dolphins being 1-2? Omar Kelly of the South Florida Sun-Sentinel joins the show to discuss the Dolphins ahead of this Sunday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/30/202039 minutes, 19 seconds
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Hour 2 - Four Downs with Sean Salisbury!

It's Tuesday, which means its time for 4 Downs with Sean Salisbury! Is Patrick Mahomes vs Lamar Jackson becoming the new Peyton Manning and Tom Brady rivalry? Which 3-0 team is the most reliable team going into Week 4 of the NFL season? The Professor gets out the gradebook for The Report Card in which he gives his grades on Doc Rivers being fired by the Clippers, and Patrick Mahomes responding to his critics. The Groz closes out the show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/29/202041 minutes, 33 seconds
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Hour 1 - Does defense matter in the NFL anymore?

The Professor gets you started with today's Top 5, including Mike McCarthy thinking the gator roll on Chris Carson wasn't dirty, and Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs make a statement on Monday Night Football against the Ravens. Under Further Review: did last night prove that defense may not matter as much as it once did in the NFL? Does it really matter that the Seahawks defense is bend-don't-break? Shannon Drayer joins the show to put a bow on the Mariners 2020 season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/29/202040 minutes, 24 seconds
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Hour 2 - Reaction to the Seahawks starting out 3-0

We take your listener phone calls to get some reaction to the Seahawks starting out 3-0. Do the Seahawks need some help from the outside to bolster the defense? Could the Seahawks get to 5-0 before their bye week? The Report Card: Paul Pierce finally acknowledges LeBron James, and the Falcons keep finding ways to lose double digit leads. The Groz closes out the show.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/28/202039 minutes, 58 seconds
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Hour 1 - Recapping the Seahawks win over the Cowboys

John Clayton gets your week started by recapping an exciting win by the Seahawks over the Cowboys, while updating you on the latest in the NFC West for today's top 5! Then, The Professor goes Under Further Review to try and analyze what's going on with the Seahawks defense and how they can improve during the season. Joe Fann of NBC Sports Northwest joins the show to give his take on how good he thinks the Seahawks truly are. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/28/202040 minutes, 38 seconds
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Hour 2: Seahawks Tight End Will Dissly

John talks to Seahawks Tight End Will Dissly on his bounce back from injury and how the Seahawks are preparing for their game against the Cowboys, he hands out his grades in the Report Card with Boy Howdy James Osborn, and he wraps up the show with the Groz!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/25/202039 minutes, 33 seconds
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Hour 1: Danny O’Neil on the Return of the PAC 12

John Clayton runs down the biggest stories of the day in the Top 5, he looks at the Seahawks defense with Boy Howdy James Osborn in Under Further Review, and he looks at the Seahawks matchup against the Cowboys and the return of the PAC 12 with Danny O’Neil.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/25/202038 minutes, 43 seconds
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Hour 2: Michael Bumpus on the Seahawks and Cowboys

John Clayton looks at how the Seahawks are shaping up against the Cowboys with Michael Bumpus, he is joined by Boy Howdy James Osborn to give some Grades on Bobby Wagner and Marshawn Lynch, he answers your NFL questions, and he wraps up the show with The Groz!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/24/202040 minutes, 17 seconds
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Hour 1: Danny Kelly of the Ringer on Russell Wilson’s MVP start

John Clayton brings you the biggest stories of the day in the Top 5, he discusses Seahawks Offensive Coordinator Brian Schottenheimer’s move from the field to the booth in Under Further Review with Boy Howdy James Osborn, and we get a preview of this week’s Schooled Podcast with Danny Kelly of the Ringer.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/24/202039 minutes, 45 seconds
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Hour 2: Dave Wyman on the Seahawks and Cowboys

  John discusses what role the long injury list will play in this weekend’s Seahawks game against the Cowboys with Dave Wyman, he is joined by Boy Howdy James Osborn to give some grades in the Report Card, he answers your biggest Seahawks questions, and John wraps up the show with The Groz!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/23/202040 minutes, 48 seconds
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Hour 1: Former Cowboys CB Orlando Scandrick on Seattle’s game against Dallas

John Clayton previews the Seahawks week 3 matchup against Dallas with former Cowboys Cornerback Orlando Scandrick of the “Bleav in the Cowboys” Podcast, he runs down the biggest sports stories of the day in the Top 5, including the legacy of NFL legend Gale Sayers, and he looks at the “Let Russ Cook” movement in Under Further Review.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/23/202041 minutes, 3 seconds
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Hour 2 - Four Downs with Sean Salisbury after a busy week 2!

It's Tuesday, which means the hour kicks off with Four Downs with Sean Salisbury! Which NFL team will be most impacted by their own injuries this season? Who is the MVP after 2 weeks? The Report Card: Adam Gase thinks his offense is doing great even though the numbers don't show it, and the NFL hands out fines to multiple NFL coaches for not wearing masks. The Groz closes out the show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/22/202040 minutes, 43 seconds
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Hour 1 - Is DK Metcalf already a top 5 receiver in Seahawks history?

The Seahawks suffer some season-ending injuries, and the Mariners still find themselves right in the middle of a playoff race. All that and more in today's Top 5 Stories! In Under Further Review, The Professor analyzes whether or not DK Metcalf is already one of the best Seahawks receivers ever. Shannon Drayer joins the show to give an update on the Mariners chasing the Astros for an American League playoff spot. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/22/202040 minutes, 37 seconds
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Hour 2 - Reactions to the Seahawks beating the Patriots

We take your phone calls to kick off the 2nd hour. What were your initial takeaways to the win on Sunday Night Football? Can this defense improve to compliment the offense a little better? The Report Card: the Falcons pulled off an amazing comeback against the Cowboys, and a ESPN analyst has a hot take on who he thinks is the NFL MVP so far. The Groz closes out the show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/21/202038 minutes, 58 seconds
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Hour 1 - Recapping the Seahawks exciting win over the Patriots

In today's Top 5, The Professor recaps a crazy day in the NFL that was capped off by an exciting win for the Seahawks over the New England Patriots! In Under Further Review, John takes a look at the Seahawks secondary. Is there cause for concern over this defensive unit? Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times joins the show to share his thoughts on the Seahawks win and how they could possibly bolster their pass rush. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/21/202040 minutes, 48 seconds
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Hour 2 - Seahawks tight end Jacob Hollister

Seahawks tight end Jacob Hollister joins the show to discuss playing against the team that traded him in the Patriots, the deep tight end room, and more. Then, The Professor gets out the gradebook for The Report Card! What's his grade for Josh Donaldson getting himself ejected after hitting a home run? The Groz gets you ready for a weekend of Seahawk football! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/18/202040 minutes, 49 seconds
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Hour 1 - Previewing Patriots-Seahawks on Sunday Night Football

Brian Shottenheimer says their offensive gameplan changes from week to week, and the PAC-12 is meeting about playing football in 2020. All that and more in today's Top 5! Under Further Review: what do you feel the best and the worst about the Seahawks heading into Sunday against the Patriots? Then, John sits down with Mike Reiss of ESPN.com to preview the Patriots ahead of Sunday Night Football. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/18/202040 minutes, 49 seconds
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Hour 2 - Michael Bumpus previews Seahawks-Patriots

Our very own Michael Bumpus joins the show to give his take on what he liked and disliked about the Seahawks this past Sunday against the Falcons, while also analyzing how the Seahawks can beat the elite defense of the Patriots and Cam Newton this Sunday. The Report Card: former NFL running back Tiki Barber has a hot take about Saquon Barkley, and the defensive coordinator for the Falcons might not have been prepared for the Seahawks. The Groz closes out the show before we turn it over to Mariners baseball!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/17/202040 minutes, 33 seconds
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Hour 1 - How will the Seahawks attack the Patriots defense?

Pete Carroll explains the challenges of facing the New England offense, and the college hoops season has a prospective start date. All that and more in today's Top 5! In Under Further Review, how will the Seahawks attack the Patriots defense? Should they still Let Russ Cook against the great Pats secondary, or do they need to pound the rock? Ben Volin of The Boston Globe joins the show to preview the Patriots-Seahawks game from the Patriots perspective. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/17/202039 minutes, 43 seconds
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Hour 2 - Going around the NFC West with NFL.com's Gregg Rosenthal

Are the Seahawks the NFC West's best shot at a Super Bowl appearance? Will the Cardinals continue to sneak up on teams? John Clayton is joined by NFL.com's Gregg Rosenthal to start off the second hour. On the Report Card, The Professor grades the LA Clippers' historic collapse. Your text questions and The Groz close out the day.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/16/202039 minutes, 26 seconds
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Hour 1 - Can we expect to see Seattle throw as much against New England?

The Big Ten is officially back playing football, so will the Pac-12 follow? Are the 49ers experiencing a Super Bowl hangover? John Clayton discusses it all in Wednesday's Top Five. Can we expect to see the same Seattle offense from week one against the Patriots in week two? The Professor examines in Under Further Review. Dave Wyman stops by midway through the hour for another edition of Wednesday with Wyman.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/16/202039 minutes, 55 seconds
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Hour 2 - Week 1 winners and losers in Four Downs with Sean Salisbury

Which teams had the most concerning starts in week 1? Which teams were pleasant surprises? John Clayton is joined by Sean Salisbury for another edition of Four Downs. On the Report Card, does the Pac-12 have a start date in mind for college football? The Professor gives it a grade. Your texts questions and The Groz finish off Tuesday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/15/202038 minutes, 56 seconds
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Hour 1 - Which Seahawk has shown the most growth from 2019 to 2020?

Week one is officially in the books following Monday night football, so where do the Seahawks find themselves among the game's best teams? John Clayton lets you know in the Top Five. In Under Further Review, which Seahawk has shown the most growth from 2019 to 2020? The Professor shares his answer. Mariners Insider Shannon Drayer stops by as the M's are well within striking distance of a playoff spot with 12 games to play.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/15/202040 minutes, 55 seconds
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Hour 2 - What was your main takeaway from the Seahawks' win?

We kick of the 2nd hour to take your calls on the Seahawks win. What was your takeaway from the Seahawks' win yesterday? How good do you feel about this team now? The Professor then gets out the gradebook for The Report Card to give his grades on the Dodgers trolling the Astros this past weekend, and a new commercial featuring Marshawn Lynch. We end the show with our Daily Dose of The Groz! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/14/202038 minutes, 26 seconds
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Hour 1 - Recapping the Seahawks first win of the season

The Seahawks earned the win over the Atlanta Falcons yesterday, and the Mariners are all of a sudden in playoff contention! All that and more leads off today's Top 5! Under Further Review: are the Seahawks letting Russ "cook", and is it sustainable for the rest of the season? Brady Henderson joins the show to discuss how this could be the best Seahawks offense in franchise history. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/14/202040 minutes, 22 seconds
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Hour 2 - Michael Bumpus on what Seattle needs to do to beat the Falcons

What do the Seahawks need to do in order to start the 2020 season with a win? John Clayton is joined by Michael Bumpus to start off Friday's second hour. On the Report Card, Andy Reid had a rough view of the Chiefs' season opener. The Professor gives him a grade. Your text questions and The Groz close out the week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/11/202039 minutes, 49 seconds
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Hour 1 - Getting a Falcons view of Sunday with D. Orlando Ledbetter

We've got an NFL game under our belts, so how were the Chiefs able to dominate the Texans? What does John Clayton expect from the Seahawks against the Falcons? He shares with you in Friday's Top Five. In Under Further Review, which Seahawk needs to step up in order for them to win? The Professor gets a Falcons perspective on Sunday from D. Orlando Ledbetter of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/11/202042 minutes, 20 seconds
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Hour 2 - CBS' Pete Prisco on letting Russ cook and his expectations for the 2020 NFL season

Is it time for Russell Wilson to be given the reigns to Seattle's offense? John Clayton is joined by CBS' Pete Prisco who answers that question at the start of hour two. On the Report Card, did an NBA player really break quarantine with a COVID test taker?? The Professor gives the bizarre story a grade. Your text questions on the NFL's opening night and The Groz finish off Thursday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/10/202038 minutes, 31 seconds
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Hour 1 - NFL football is officially back!

It's been the craziest offseason in NFL history, but week one is finally here. John Clayton gets you set for the Chiefs and Texans as well as the Seahawks and Falcons in Thursday's Top Five. Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times drops by The Professor as they unpack Pete Carroll's comments from his Wednesday press conference and also look at what he had to say about Quinton Dunbar's availability on Sunday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/10/202039 minutes, 56 seconds
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Hour 2 - Dave Wyman and Jake Heaps on what awaits Seattle in week one

The hour starts with the Report Card and a bizarre proposal for the 2021 NCAA Tournament that involves every single Division 1 school. The Professor gives it a grade. Midway through the hour Dave Wyman joins John Clayton to share what he expects to see from the Seahawks on Sunday against Atlanta. Jake Heaps dials in to cap off Wednesday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/9/202040 minutes, 16 seconds
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Hour 1 - What challenges will the Falcons present on Sunday?

Why did the Seahawks waive John Ursua in favor of Penny Hart? Are the Seahawks and Shaquill Griffin getting closer to an extension? John Clayton takes a look in Wednesday's Top Five. What challenges will the Falcons present the Seahawks on Sunday? The Professor takes a listen to what Atlanta Head Coach Dan Quinn had to say about facing Seattle. In Behind the Lines, Clayton examines Von Miller's season-ending injury and Jalen Ramsey's extension.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/9/202040 minutes, 16 seconds
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Hour 2 - Four Downs with Sean Salisbury on Clowney, sleeper teams, & Super Bowl predictions

Does the addition of Jadeveon Clowney make the Titans a legit AFC contender? John Clayton is joined by Sean Salisbury for another edition of Four Downs. On the Report Card, one MLB announcer gets super confused at the end of a game. The Professor gives him a grade. Your texts and The Groz finish out Tuesday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/8/202038 minutes, 37 seconds
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Hour 1 - Have the Seahawks done enough to improve the pass rush?

Pete Carroll is optimistic about Seattle's pass rush even though they didn't add much to it for 2020, so is John Clayton feeling the same way? He discusses in Tuesday's Top Five. Mariners Insider Shannon Drayer dials in to go over Seattle's hot streak and whether they can keep it going. In Behind the Lines, all sorts of extensions are getting handed out across the NFL today, so The Professor keeps you updated on all of them.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/8/202041 minutes
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Hour 2 - Why Jadeveon Clowney chose the Titans with ESPN's Dianna Russini

It was a decision five months in the making, so why did Jadeveon Clowney pick the Titans over the Seahawks and a host of other teams? ESPN's Dianna Russini joins John Clayton and tells you exactly why Clowney is on his way to Tennessee. On the Report Card, how did the #1 tennis player in the world get ejected from the US Open? The Professor gives it a grade. The Groz and Clayton finish Monday remembering the legacy of legendary Cougs broadcaster Bob Robertson on the day of his passing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/7/202039 minutes, 18 seconds
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Hour 1 - Making sense of Seattle's cut down decisions with Joe Fann of NBC Sports NW

The Seahawks have their intial 53 player roster and it doesn't include Jadeveon Clowney who's off to Tennessee. John Clayton makes sense of it all in Monday's Top Five. In Under Further Review, are the Seahawks better off without Clowney in 2020? The Professor examines. Joe Fann of NBC Sports Northwest dials in to share his take on Seattle's roster construction heading into the 2020 season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/7/202040 minutes, 57 seconds
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Hour 2 - Projecting the toughest position battles with Michael Bumpus

We're a day away from cut down day across the NFL, so which position battles will be the toughest to project on Seattle's roster? Michael Bumpus joins John Clayton to start the second hour. On the Report Card, could the Pac-12 get a football season in before 2021? The Professor grades their chances. Your text questions and The Groz finish off the week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/4/202039 minutes, 21 seconds
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Hour 1 - Handicapping Jadeveon Clowney's suitors with NFL Network's Jim Trotter

Is an NFC contender making a late push for Jadeveon Clowney before Saturday's cut down day? John Clayton examines in Friday's Top Five. The NFL Network's Jim Trotter dials in to The Professor as they discuss the latest headlines surrounding the long-running free agency of Clowney.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
9/4/202039 minutes, 57 seconds