We will miss John and send our deepest condolences to Pat and his sister Amy, the statement concluded. We loved John. RIP professor. My first week on the job, John Clayton insisted I stop by his house so he could show me around, he wrote. He was also a badass journalist. WebMacomb Journal (Newspaper) - August 19, 1909, Macomb, IllinoisThe Macomb to Jonal thursday August 19, 1909. Sign up for our newsletter and get every update delivered to your inbox! Humble, selfless, gem of a guy. NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell released a statement following Clayton's passing. Thats what got him the great stories, ahead of everybody else. He joined ESPN in 1995 and worked there until 2017 when he wrote and broadcasted on football. I owe so much to John and will miss him terribly, he added. NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell released a statement following John Claytons death. We exchanged pleasantries and couldnt have been nicer. Longtime Hall of Fame Selector and NFL writer/insider John Clayton has passed away at the age of 67. Rest easy. He was 67. In 2007, Clayton was honored by the Pro Football Hall of Fame with the Dick McCann Memorial Award. He was a pioneer, a caretaker, a Hall of Famer and a slayer, in every sense. "He earned my tremendous respect and admiration as a journalist, but more importantly as a wonderful person, particularly as it relates to the love, care, and devotion to his wife Pat. RIP.. I enjoyed every clip John had on ESPN, whether it was about the Steelers or someone else. This week, the sitting US Yosemite National Parks first major rockfall of the year comes from El Capitan watch it in the dramatic video. What is a 'coconut heart' and is it a real thing? Clayton worked at ESPN as a writer for more than two decades and became the face of the NFL. The Pro Football Hall of Fame presented him with the Dick McCann Memorial Award in 2007, essentially inducting him into the "writer's wing" of the hall. We are mourning his loss.. Chris wrote, John Clayton passed away today at a Seattle area hospital. For 2 years, was willing to help with anything I needed, he added. His reply: "Because they're stupid. ", Heartbroken. Guess I need to listen to a little Slayer in tribute. John Clayton, one of our NFL insiders who expertly covered the league for more than 20 years at ESPN, died Friday at 67 after a brief illness. John Clayton, one of the most prominent national NFL journalists who worked at ESPN for more than 20 years, died Friday. The Seattle Seahawks announced the death for Claytons family in astatement. - Tommy Tweets, RIP to a great person. The Seattle Seahawks announced the death for Clayton's family in a statement. Used to watch him on ESPN and always thought Sean Salisbury was a jack to him and he didnt deserve it. He began appearing in NFL segments on AM Seattle sports radio station KJR, including Nanci Donnellan's show "The Fabulous Sports Babe." Thinking of Pat. John Clayton was a big part of my early NFL experience. The award is presents annuallyfor long and distinguished reporting on football. For five decades, he covered the league with endless energy and professionalism. He subsequently covered the Steelers for the Pittsburgh Press and the Seahawks for the Tacoma News Tribune, according toDeadline. So sad to hear about the passing of John Clayton. Truly saddened to hear of The Professors passing. RIP to a gentleman and Hall of Famer. John Clayton, a Pennsylvania native, attended Duquesne University. Youll be missed, John. His wife Pat and sister Amy were at his side and communicated earlier he passed peacefully after a Everyone on Around the Horn. That means those tending him will not take extraordinary measures to prolong his life, but will instead try to minimize pain and provide peace of mind in his last days. WASHINGTON John Clayton, one of the country's leading NFL insiders, died Friday after a brief illness, his family said. He loved the job. RIP pic.twitter.com/9iWw6RmQl2, Mark Schlereth (@markschlereth) March 19, 2022, I called John Clayton 10 days ago to ask him why Seattle would trade away Russell Wilson. WebJohn Clayton, who spent more than 20 years covering the NFL for ESPN, has died following a brief illness. Read our John Clayton live blog for the latest updates. John Clayton will be remembered in so many ways, from how he looked after his wife Pat, to the mark he made in reporting, to the standard he set, wrote ESPNs Senior NFL Insider Adam Schefter. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Known as "The Professor," Clayton was a much-respected and beloved figure in the NFL media world who passed away after a brief illness, the Seahawks As described in the Old Testament books Exodus and Deuteronomy, the Commandments form part of a covenant offered by God to the Israelites to free them from the spiritual What an insightful and brilliant person. March 18 (UPI) -- John Clayton, one of the NFL's most prominent reporters who covered the league for decades, died Friday after a brief illness, his family said. ESPN's Chris Mortensen said in a tweet that Clayton passed away "peacefully" at a Seattle area hospital with his wife Pat and sister Amy "at his side. Chris Mortensen tweeted, John Clayton passed away today at a Seattle area hospital,. The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. I loved talking with John during the breaks before his hits. His wife Pat and sister Amy were with him and reported that he passed away peacefully after a brief illness., We loved John. Clayton worked his way up to beat writer for the Press before leaving the paper to cover the Seahawks for the News Tribune (Tacoma, Wash.) in 1986. For 50 years, Clayton covered the NFL with passion and integrity, adapting to the game as it evolved and the sportswriting profession changed alongside it. "What I love about it is there's so much more stuff we didn't have access to years ago and now we dothe salary information, NFL Game Rewind where you can watch coaches tape. He was 67. He was a respected voice on the Pro Football Hall of Fame selection committee. Sources claim that the cause of death is that he was suffering from a brief illness which took his life. RIP. I pray for peace that surpasses understanding for his wife Patricia and his friends and family. John Clayton passed away today at a Seattle area hospital. His wife Pat and sister Amy were at his side and communicated earlier he passed peacefully after a Impeccable, in every nook and cranny of the NFL. RIP, Johnpic.twitter.com/5s5H0gQZcu. 10 days ago, Clayton was on the air at Seattle Sports 710 AM to break down the massive Russell Wilson trade to the Denver Broncos. died Saturday, July 28, 1990. following a long illness* He was born in Norwood Jan. 22. RIP my friend. VETERAN NFL and ESPN reporter John Clayton, who appeared in a famed SportsCenter commercial, has passed away at 67. We loved John. He was so kind and gracious with his time I will forever be grateful. This honor placed him in the Hall of Fames writers wing. It struck me how much he loved his job. Clayton moved to ESPN in 1995, becoming one of the lead NFL writers for the company. Devastating. From nearby places gooseneck. WASHINGTON John Clayton, one of the country's leading NFL insiders, died Friday after a brief illness, his family said. In a tribute to Clayton, his former employer, the Tacoma News Tribune,shared storiesfrom writers and editors who worked with Clayton in the 1990s. Mom! "Every kid grew up listening to John Clayton. Loved hitting every training camp while the rest of us were on fumes he did two camps per day a lot. RIP to a legend. I never imagined he would become a great friend. John Clayton dies at 67: NFL world reacts with tributes to esteemed reporter, league insider. https://t.co/DO6kdBP4Jo, Stunned and so, so sad. "I only have a small amount of voicemails in my phone history and most of them, naturally, were left by 'The Professor,'" Williamson said. Zac Al-Khateeb is a content producer for The Sporting News. I met him in Pittsburgh more than 40 years ago. pic.twitter.com/bfiPCPUYZo ESPN (@espn) March 19, 2022 Clayton, nicknamed "The Professor," died Friday afternoon in Washington state, his family confirmed to ESPN. McDaniels: LV had to make 'tough decision' on Carr, Inside Bears' strategy for No. RIP. He was a Pittsburgh media icon who covered the Steelers for over a decade in the 1970s and 1980s, and he continued to follow and report on the team even when he moved on to become one of the most respected NFL national reporters. . RIP, John. There's so much information and analytical stuff, it's phenomenal. He tied the knot with his devoted wife, Patrica Clayton. This was my first sideline job for the NFL. 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Clayton appeared on TV and radio for ESPN and worked at the company for more than 20 years. John Clayton, who covered the National Football League for ESPN for more than 20 years, died Friday after a brief illness. What a loss. Claytons career spanned nearly 50 years from his days in his native Pittsburgh covering sports while in high school. Rest in Peace John Clayton. I really loved listening to John on the radio. John will be greatly missed. I Really enjoyed him. Hope he went gently into that good night. Rest in peace, John. Web/ mr russell radio solent illness. He co-hosted the show with Sean Salisbury, a former NFL quarterback, and included Four Downs, a debate with Salisbury about current NFL topics. John Clayton was known to a wider audience for a viral commercial that depicted him filming an ESPN spot remotely from what was then revealed to be a typical teenage bedroom. John Clayton worked for ESPN as a writer and Russell Wilson shared a brief tribute to John Clayton on Twitter. He refused to BS the audience. His love for football was more than just his love, loyalty and dedication to his wife Pat. Sam Claflin had 'never picked up a guitar' before taking on Fleetwood Mac-inspired role, How to sign the Mindhunter season 3 petition after fans call for renewal. "We are very saddened to learn of the passing of John Clayton," the team said, later adding that their "thoughts are with his wife, Pat, during this difficult time.". He is truly missed. #RIP JC, Louis Riddick (@LRiddickESPN) March 19, 2022. John will be greatly missed," she continued. His @SportsCenter commercial is one of the best of all time and accented his wonderful sense of humor. But so very fortunate to have known such a kind soul., When I first met John Clayton, I was so nervous to meet a legend. Please check your email for a confirmation. Anybody that wears a Slayer shirt in a commercial is righteous in my world, but also a fabulous reporter. The commercial ad was a classic. This is just some of the worse news. Many of Clayton's former colleagues fondly remembered the veteran journalist with their own personal tributes on social media. Nicknamed "The Professor," Clayton began his reporting career in 1972 working at Steelers training camp, covering the team with twice-weekly dispatches for the St. Marys (Pa.) Daily Press. Being born in the family of literals Education and prosperity has been a sole purpose to follow, but I have chosen a different path for my life. Claytons last story on MyNorthwest.com was published a week ago, on March 10. I always loved his quirky delivery and his genuine realness! Clayton became an NFL correspondent for ESPN when the network picked up the show for national syndication. 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