Thursday, June 23, 2016

1976 Rookie Profile: Clark Gaines

Running Back
Free Agent
Wake Forrest
"Signed as a free agent, Clark's college career was marred by injuries after a prolific year as a junior college runner. He gained 1,258 yards on 336 carries for a 3.7 average in his career with six touchdowns and caught 16 passes for 176 yards and a touchdown. Named captain by his teammates in 1975, his honors include All-ACC as a senior
At Lees-McRae JC, Gaines rushed for 1,105 yards as a sophomore which was second in the nation. He was named NJCAA All-America.
Clark majored in physical education and is nicknamed 'Super.' His numerous high school football honors include All-State, MVP and Mr. Football. In basketball, he was Mr. Defense, first team All-4AAA and team captain. Clark's career plans list pro ball and coaching, and his hometown in Elberton, Georgia."

-1976 New York Jets Media Guide

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