John Clayton's Cold Hard Facts

John Clayton takes a close look at the Seahawks' woes in the passing game, and explains why lack of separation has slowed the offense in recent games. The Professor also talks about how the threat of receiver Percy Harvin helped against the Saints, whether or not New Orleans targeted Harvin, and the NFL's officiating.

The Professor breaks down the Seahawks-Saints NFC divisional playoff game, and names the three keys to a Seahawks win. He also looks at the rest of the NFL's playoff schedule this weekend.

John Clayton insists that receiver Percy Harvin is too valuable to Seattle's offense and should not risk injury by returning kicks on Saturday. Clayton believes that Seattle's defense has resolved its issues against the run, anticipates a close game against the Saints, and suggests that the Seahawks and 49ers would go 5-5 in 10 games on a neutral field.

John Clayton weighs in on the NFL suspending its fine against Seahawks running back Marshawn Lynch for not making himself available to the media. Clayton also discusses the statuses of receiver Percy Harvin and tight end Luke Willson.

John Clayton says that limiting the impact of Saints defensive end Cameron Jordan is the key for the Seahawks' struggling offense. Clayton also discusses the potential return of Seahawks receiver Percy Harvin and the potential departures of coordinators Dan Quinn and Darrell Bevell.

John Clayton explains on "Cold Hard Facts" why the 49ers beating the Packers was not the best-case scenario for the Seahawks' Super Bowl hopes. The Professor also looks at the Seahawks-Saints matchup, and why New Orleans' running game is a new concern.

John Clayton looks at Seahawks WR Golden Tate, whose breakout season was a big part of Seattle's NFC West title run and will be a unrestricted free agent after the playoffs. The Professor also previews how the 49ers will handle the Packers in frigid Green Bay, and gives an update on the head coaching prospects for Seahawks assistant coaches Darrell Bevell and Dan Quinn.

John Clayton discusses the remaining head-coaching searches in the NFL and where Seahawks coordinators Darrell Bevell and Dan Quinn stand in the process. Clayton also looks ahead to this weekend's wild-card matchups.

John Clayton updates the six coaching vacancies in the NFL, and where Seahawks assistant coaches Tom Cable, Darrell Bevell and Dan Quinn fit into the mix. The Professor also talks about the Seahawks' success with hiring coordinators and how Percy Harvin will be used when he returns.

John Clayton weighs in on the Seahawks' announcement that receiver Percy Harvin will practice Thursday with the hope that he can play in Seattle's divisional-round playoff game. Clayton also breaks down the Seahawks' NFC West-clinching win over the Rams on Sunday.

With the Seahawks' final regular season game on Sunday vs. the Rams, John Clayton breaks down whether or not teams have figured out how to stop Seattle. He also talks about why the Seahawks have been able to afford to keep Percy Harvin off the IR, who will return kicks Sunday, and an update on the Rams' injury report.

John Clayton takes a look at the numerous candidates in the Defensive Player of the Year race, including Seattle's Richard Sherman and Earl Thomas. He also examines how the Seahawks will deal with Robert Quinn and the Rams' pass rush.

The Professor breaks down the pros and cons for the Seahawks if they have to meet rival San Francisco in the playoffs. He also looks into what teams are built for the postseason, and which conference has the edge in the Super Bow.

The Professor takes a look at the Seahawks' shocking loss to Arizona, and the scheme that forced quarterback Russell Wilson into a bad performance. He also examines the Cardinals' turnaround and the overall strength of the NFC West.

John Clayton previews Sunday's matchup between the Seahawks and Cardinals, and explains how the Cards' defense has improved since Seattle's Week 7 win over them. The Professor also talks about how a top college coaching job might lure away a NFL coach.