Leon Clarke


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Position: WR
Date of Birth: January 10, 1933
Height / Weight: 6'4" / 232 lbs
First Team: LA (1956)
Last Team: MIN (1963)

Receiving Stats (WR / TE)

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Career Summary

Last Updated: February 10, 2025

Leon Clarke - Career Overview

Position: Wide Receiver (WR)
Date of Birth: January 10, 1933

Career History

  • Los Angeles Rams (LA) - 1956
  • Cleveland Browns (CLE) - 1957
  • Minnesota Vikings (MIN) - 1961-1963

Career Highlights & Accomplishments

  • Leon Clarke began his professional career with the Los Angeles Rams in 1956, contributing as a wide receiver.
  • After one season with the Rams, he played for the Cleveland Browns in 1957, continuing to develop his skills in the league.
  • Clarke spent the final years of his NFL career with the Minnesota Vikings from 1961 to 1963, where he played a significant role in the team's receiving corps.
  • Throughout his career, Clarke showcased his agility and speed, making him a reliable target for quarterbacks during his time on the field.

Legacy

Although not as widely known as some of his contemporaries, Leon Clarke's contributions to the teams he played for helped pave the way for future wide receivers in the NFL. His journey through three different franchises showcases the versatile nature of players during the early years of the league.

Source: gpt-4o-mini


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