John Clayton's Cold Hard Facts

John Clayton discusses the stellar seasons of Seahawks punter Steven Hauschka and punter Jon Ryan while choosing which one has been better. Plus, even if weather is bad for the Super Bowl, could Seattle land one in the future?

John Clayton reacts to the news that the NFL has suspended Seahawks cornerback Brandon Browner indefinitely for an alleged violation of the league's substance-abuse policy. Clayton also discusses the candidates for the NFL's defensive player of the year award and why the Seahawks may have a hard time re-signing defensive lineman Michael Bennett.

John Clayton says he would be resting the starters if the Seahawks wrap things up, even though Pete says he won't. The Professor says he sees EIGHT NFL coaches possibly being fired following the season.

John Clayton explains why the Seahawks' secondary had its best game in Seattle's dominant shutout win over the Giants on Sunday. He also looks at how Seattle could handle receiver Percy Harvin's eventual return, the Rams' impressive win over the Saints, and the Cowboys' epic collapse.

John Clayton looks at the Seahawks' Sunday game against the Giants, and why a win in their final road game would go a long way. He also has another update on Percy Harvin's health, and looks at the cracks shown in the Broncos' armor.

John Clayton talks about Percy Harvin not playing this weekend (possibly healing for the playoffs). Also Jay Cutler will start on Sunday and Wes Welker is down for the count.

John Clayton discusses the Seahawks' options with wide receiver Percy Harvin, whose balky hip has limited him to one game this season. Clayton also discusses receiver Doug Baldwin's contract situation and looks ahead to Sunday's matchup with the Giants.

John Clayton says the Giants could still pose a threat if the Seahawks turn over the ball and give Manning time to complete some passes. He says the Seahawks would be a 2-point favorite if matched with the Broncos in the Super Bowl.

John Clayton joins the show and says the Seahawks "regressed" a little to where they were mid-season yesterday. He says the only worry for the Seahawks is that San Francisco has a very easy schedule the rest of the way.

John Clayton gives his final preview of the Seahawks' huge road game in San Francisco, and explains why he thinks emotions will run high between the division rivals. The Professor also talks about what has held the 49ers' offense back, and how Percy Harvin's ongoing health issues can hurt the Seahawks into the playoffs.

John Clayton joins the show and says Percy Harvin will only play this weekend if he is able to practice this week. He also goes in depth on the Browner appeal and why the NFL is trying for a year-long suspension for only 2 failed tests.

John Clayton says the Brandon Browner appeal is still pending, so if he's healthy he can play. He thinks that Harvin may be back next week and will definitely be back on the field before the season's over.

John Clayton reacts to the Seahawks Monday Night Football win against the Saints and comments on the two young cornerbacks, Byron Maxwell and Jeremy Lane. He also discusses the energy and sound that the 12th Man creates at CenturyLink Field and the message it sends throughout the NFL.

John Clayton explains why he expects the Seahawks to knock off the Saints in their big Monday Night game in Seattle. He also talks about why he wouldn't be surprised if Percy Harvin doesn't play.

John Clayton explains why he thinks Seahawks cornerback Brandon Browner could win his suspension appeal and why he believes Seattle can survive Browner's loss as well as that of Walter Thurmond. Clayton also looks ahead to Seattle's Monday-night game against New Orleans.