Denver Broncos Offensive Lineman Player Profile: Chris Clark
By Craig Hurst
Nov 6, 2011; Oakland, CA, USA; Denver Broncos offensive tackle Chris Clark (75) before a play against the Oakland Raiders during the first quarter at O.co Coliseum. Denver defeated Oakland 38-24. Mandatory Credit: Jason O. Watson-USA TODAY Sports
Just inside two months until the start of the 2013 season, I’m continuing my look at Denver Broncos offensive linemen. This week Chris Clark, who signed a $1.323 million restricted free agent tender in April, gets the spotlight. Continue reading about the lineman who is listed as second-string left tackle behind Ryan Clady.
Birth date and location: October 1, 1985 – New Orleans, LA (age 27)
Height: 6-5
Weight: 305
Jersey number: 75
High School: McDonogh 35 High School (New Orleans, LA)
College: Southern Mississippi
NFL Draft: Undrafted
Years pro: 5
Games played: 40
Games started: 6
Awards / accomplishments:
- All-Conference USA recognition following his junior and senior years at University of Southern Mississippi
- Named to the All-Conference USA All-Freshman Team in 2004
- All-District offensive guard as high school senior
Interesting Facts:
- NFL debut occurred on November 14, 2010 when he lined up as an eligible tackle on Tim Tebow’s 1-yard touchdown run in the second quarter against the Kansas City Chiefs; the game where former Chiefs coach, Todd Haley, refused to shake the hand of former Bronco coach, Josh McDaniels
- Joined Broncos in 2010 via waivers from Minnesota
- Spent 2008 and 2009 seasons on Minnesota Vikings practice squad after competing in Tampa Bay’s training camp
- Signed by Tampa Bay Buccaneers as college free agent in 2008
- Started every game at left tackle during his final three seasons at the University of Southern Mississippi
- Won district and regional titles in shot put and discus as a high school senior
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