Jacques Rashaud McClendon (born December 10, 1987) is a former

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. He was drafted by the Indianapolis Colts in the fourth round of the 2010 NFL Draft. He played college football at

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. He currently serves as the director of football affairs for the Los Angeles Rams. He also serves on the Knight Commission for Intercollegiate Athletics.

High school career

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. It is an award given to the most outstanding high school talents in each state for their athletic achievement, academic excellence and exemplary character.

College career

McClendon appeared in 49 games for

, including 26 starts. He was a three time Academic All-SEC selection and holds a

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in Sports Management.

Professional career

Indianapolis Colts

On April 24, 2010, McClendon was drafted by the Indianapolis Colts in the fourth round (129th overall) in the 2010 NFL Draft. 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

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Pittsburgh Steelers

McClendon signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers during the 2012 season.

Atlanta Falcons

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

He was claimed off waivers by the

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on September 1, 2013. He started the final two games of the 2013 season for the Jaguars following injuries to

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and

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. He became a free agent after the 2014 season.

Miami Dolphins

On April 22, 2015, McClendon was signed by the

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. 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.

References

External links

Detroit Lions bio

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