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 an American who used to play professional football. He was a center, which is a key position on the offensive line. The Indianapolis Colts picked him in the fourth round of the 2010 NFL draft when he was coming out of college. He played college football for the University of Tennessee. Today, Jacques works for the Los Angeles Rams as their Director of Football Affairs. He also helps with the Knight Commission for Intercollegiate Athletics, which looks at college sports.
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Early Life and High School Football
Jacques McClendon grew up in Cleveland, Tennessee. He was a very talented football player in high school. He was even chosen to play in the U.S. Army All-American Bowl. This special game features the best high school football players from all over the country. Jacques was also named the Gatorade Player of the Year for Tennessee. This award goes to the top high school athlete in the state.
College Football Career
After high school, Jacques went to the University of Tennessee to play college football. He played in 49 games for the Tennessee Volunteers. He started 26 of those games, showing he was a key player. Jacques was also a great student. He was named Academic All-SEC three times. He even earned a master's degree in Sports Management.
Playing in the NFL
Jacques McClendon played for several teams in the NFL. He was known as a strong offensive lineman.
Indianapolis Colts
The Indianapolis Colts chose Jacques in the fourth round of the 2010 NFL draft. This was the 129th pick overall. He played in four games during his first year with the Colts.
Detroit Lions
In 2011, Jacques joined the Detroit Lions. He played for them for one season. After the season, his contract ended, and he became a free agent. This means he could sign with any team.
Pittsburgh Steelers
Jacques signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers during the 2012 season. He was with the team for a short time before being released.
Atlanta Falcons
Later in 2012, the Atlanta Falcons signed Jacques to their practice squad. A practice squad is where teams keep extra players. In 2013, he signed a two-year contract with the Falcons.
Jacksonville Jaguars (First Time)
The Jacksonville Jaguars picked up Jacques in September 2013. He started the last two games of the 2013 season for them. He filled in when other players were injured. He became a free agent again after the 2014 season.
Miami Dolphins
In 2015, Jacques signed with the Miami Dolphins. He was released and re-signed by the Dolphins a few times that year. This often happens in the NFL as teams adjust their rosters. In 2016, the Dolphins re-signed him for another year.
Jacksonville Jaguars (Second Time)
Jacques returned to the Jacksonville Jaguars in August 2016. However, he was released by the team a month later.
Life After Playing: Los Angeles Rams
After his playing career, Jacques McClendon moved into a different role in football. In 2017, he was hired by the Los Angeles Rams. He became their Director of Football Affairs. In this job, he helps manage many important things for the team. He was part of the Rams' staff when they won Super Bowl LVI. This is a huge achievement in professional football!
