Ryan Clayton (born 22 November 1982), is an English former professional rugby league footballer who played in the 2000s and 2010s. He last played for Halifax in the Co-operative Championship. He has previously played for the Salford City Reds, Huddersfield Giants, Halifax and Castleford (Heritage № 802). Due to injury, Ryan only played in 11-games for Castleford in 2008's Super League XIII. He was contracted at Castleford for 2009 and was looking to get back in the team for the new season. Ryan played for Castleford during 2010 but was released on 14 September 2010.