Bud Clark
Career Summary
Bud Clark is a Seattle Seahawks safety and former TCU standout.
Seattle drafted him in the second round in 2026. An ankle injury during preseason led to an injured-reserve placement.
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Early Life
Clark comes from Alexandria, Louisiana.
He attended Alexandria High School before choosing TCU.
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High School
Clark played football and baseball at Alexandria High.
A four-star signee, he ranked thirteenth among Louisiana prospects and chose TCU over offers from LSU, Oklahoma and Ole Miss.
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College Career
Clark spent six seasons at TCU.
He finished with 214 tackles, 15 interceptions and two defensive touchdowns. His final season included 56 tackles and four interceptions in 13 games.
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Path to the NFL
Seattle selected Clark 64th overall in the 2026 NFL Draft.
He entered the league after his sixth and final college season.
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NFL Career
Clark joined Seattle as a second-round rookie in 2026.
He broke his ankle against Tennessee in preseason and was placed on injured reserve on August 25.
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Career Accomplishments
Clark received second-team All-Big 12 honors in 2024 and 2025.
He was a three-time TCU team captain and recorded at least three interceptions in four college seasons.
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