Jacques McClendon facts for kids
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| Position: | Director of football affairs | ||||
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| Born: | December 10, 1987 Cleveland, Tennessee, U.S. |
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| Height: | 6 ft 3 in (1.91 m) | ||||
| Weight: | 310 lb (141 kg) | ||||
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| High school: | Chattanooga (TN) Baylor | ||||
| College: | Tennessee | ||||
| NFL Draft: | 2010 / Round: 4 / Pick: 129 | ||||
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Jacques Rashaud McClendon (born December 10, 1987) is a former American football center. He was selected by the Indianapolis Colts in the fourth round of the 2010 NFL Draft. He played college football at Tennessee. He currently serves as the director of football affairs for the Los Angeles Rams. He also serves on the Knight Commission for Intercollegiate Athletics.
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Early life
McClendon played in the U.S. Army All-American Bowl, which features the top high school football players in the country. He also was named the Gatorade Player of the Year for the state of Tennessee.
College career
McClendon appeared in 49 games for Tennessee, including 26 starts. He was a three time Academic All-SEC selection and holds a master's degree in Sports Management.
Professional career
Indianapolis Colts
On April 24, 2010, McClendon was selected by the Indianapolis Colts in the fourth round (129th overall) in the 2010 NFL Draft. He appeared in four games as a rookie. On September 4, 2011, he was waived.
Detroit Lions
On September 4, 2011, he was claimed off waivers by the Detroit Lions. His contract expired following the 2011 season, making him a free agent.
Pittsburgh Steelers
McClendon signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers during the 2012 season. He was released by the team on November 2.
Atlanta Falcons
On November 7, 2012, the Falcons signed McClendon to their practice squad. On January 21, 2013, he signed a 2-year, $1.2 million contract with the Atlanta Falcons. On September 1 he was waived.
Jacksonville Jaguars (first stint)
He was claimed off waivers by the Jacksonville Jaguars on September 1, 2013. He started the final two games of the 2013 season for the Jaguars following injuries to Mike Brewster and Will Rackley. He became a free agent after the 2014 season.
Miami Dolphins
On April 22, 2015, McClendon was signed by the Miami Dolphins. On September 11, 2015, he was released by the Dolphins. On September 14, 2015, he was re-signed by the Dolphins. On September 26, 2015, he was waived by the Dolphins. On December 1, 2015, McClendon was signed by the Dolphins. On December 15 he was once again waived. On December 22, 2015, McClendon was re-signed by the Dolphins.
On March 11, 2016, the Dolphins re-signed McClendon to a 1-year, $840,000 contract.
Jacksonville Jaguars (second stint)
On August 17, 2016, McClendon was signed by the Jaguars. On September 3, 2016, he was released by the Jaguars.
