Jacques Rashaud McClendon (born December 10, 1987) is a former American football center. He was drafted 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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| Position: | Director of football affairs | ||||
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| Born: | December 10, 1987 Cleveland, Tennessee, U.S. | ||||
| 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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High school career edit
McClendon played in the U.S. Army All-American Bowl, which features the top high school football players in the country.[1] He also was named the Gatorade Player of the Year for the state of Tennessee.[2]
College career edit
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.[3]
Professional career edit
Indianapolis Colts edit
On April 24, 2010, McClendon was drafted by the Indianapolis Colts in the fourth round (129th overall) in the 2010 NFL Draft.[4] He appeared in four games as a rookie.[5] On September 4, 2011, he was waived.
Detroit Lions edit
On September 4, 2011, he was claimed off waivers by the Detroit Lions.[6] His contract expired following the 2011 season, making him a free agent.
Pittsburgh Steelers edit
McClendon signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers during the 2012 season.[7] He was released by the team on November 2.[8]
Atlanta Falcons edit
On November 7, 2012, the Falcons signed McClendon to their practice squad.[9] 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 edit
He was claimed off waivers by the Jacksonville Jaguars on September 1, 2013.[10] He started the final two games of the 2013 season for the Jaguars following injuries to Mike Brewster and Will Rackley.[11] He became a free agent after the 2014 season.
Miami Dolphins edit
On April 22, 2015, McClendon was signed by the Miami Dolphins. On September 11, 2015, he was released by the Dolphins.[12] On September 14, 2015, he was re-signed by the Dolphins.[13] On September 26, 2015, he was waived by the Dolphins.[14] 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.[15]
On March 11, 2016, the Dolphins re-signed McClendon to a 1-year, $840,000 contract.
Jacksonville Jaguars (second stint) edit
On August 17, 2016, McClendon was signed by the Jaguars.[16] On September 3, 2016, he was released by the Jaguars.[17]
References edit
- ^ "U.S. Army All-American Bowl Rosters". ESPN.com. January 2, 2006. Retrieved March 9, 2024 – via Scouts Inc.
- ^ Ubben, David (January 17, 2019). "Strained bodies and minds and embracing change: Former Vols offer insight into Jim Chaney's approach". The Athletic. Retrieved March 9, 2024.
- ^ "Jacques McClendon - Football". University of Tennessee Athletics. Archived from the original on February 24, 2012. Retrieved March 9, 2024.
- ^ "2010 NFL Draft Listing". Pro-Football-Reference.com. Retrieved May 13, 2023.
- ^ "Jacques McClendon 2010 Game Log". Pro-Football-Reference.com. Retrieved March 9, 2024.
- ^ Yuille, Sean (September 4, 2011). "Detroit Lions Claim Jacques McClendon Off Waivers". Pride Of Detroit. Retrieved March 9, 2024.
- ^ Bryan, Dave (October 16, 2012). "Steelers Bring Back DE Corbin Bryant & Sign OL Jacques McClendon To Practice Squad". Steelers Depot. Retrieved March 9, 2024.
- ^ Bryan, Dave (November 2, 2012). "Steelers Add Damon Cromartie-Smith Back To Practice Squad; Release Jacques McClendon". Steelers Depot. Retrieved March 9, 2024.
- ^ Patt, Jason (November 7, 2012). "Falcons add o-lineman McClendon to practice squad". SB Nation Atlanta. Retrieved March 9, 2024.
- ^ Crow, Alfie (September 1, 2013). "Jaguars claim Jacques McClendon". Big Cat Country. Retrieved March 9, 2024.
- ^ "Jacques McClendon 2013 Game Log". Pro-Football-Reference.com. Retrieved March 9, 2024.
- ^ Nogle, Kevin (September 11, 2015). "Dolphins promote Jonas Gray to 53-man roster; Sam Brenner called up as well". The Phinsider. Retrieved October 9, 2015.
- ^ Nogle, Kevin (September 14, 2015). "Dolphins sign Jacques McClendon, waive Sam Brenner, Jonas Gray". The Phinsider. Retrieved October 9, 2015.
- ^ Perkins, Chris (September 26, 2015). "Dolphins sign Sam Brenner from practice squad, waive Jacques McClendon". Sun Sentinel. Retrieved October 9, 2015.
- ^ Kelly, Omar (December 22, 2015). "Dolphins place Koa Misi, Chris McCain on injured reserve". Sun-Sentinel.com. Retrieved January 2, 2016.
- ^ Crow, Alfie (August 17, 2016). "Jaguars sign Jacques McClendon". Big Cat Country. Retrieved March 9, 2024.
- ^ Oehser, John (September 3, 2016). "Down to 53: LB Davis, OG Bernadeau released". Jaguars.com. Archived from the original on August 13, 2017.