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Christopher Lee Clark (born October 1, 1985) is a former
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. He was signed by the
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as an
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in 2008. He played
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at
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.


Professional career


Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Clark was signed by the Buccaneers as an undrafted free agent in 2008. He was released by the Buccaneers at the end of the preseason.


Minnesota Vikings

On September 10, 2008. Clark was signed to the Vikings' practice squad where he spent two years on the practice squad before being waived on September 4, 2010, during final cuts prior to the beginning of the 2010 NFL season.


Denver Broncos

On September 5, 2010, Clark was claimed off waivers by the Denver Broncos where he appeared in 69 regular-season games (27 starts) over five seasons with the Broncos.


Houston Texans (first stint)

On August 31, 2015, Clark was traded to the
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for a seventh round pick in the
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. On November 29, 2017, Clark was placed on injured reserve.


Carolina Panthers

On September 12, 2018, Clark was signed by the
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following injuries to
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and
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. He became their starting left tackle, starting 13 games.


New Orleans Saints

On August 12, 2019, Clark was signed by the
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. He was placed on injured reserve on August 21, 2019. He was released with an injury settlement on August 26.


Houston Texans (second stint)

On October 16, 2019, Clark was signed by the
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. He started seven games, six at right tackle and one at left.


References


External links


Official websiteDenver Broncos bio
{{DEFAULTSORT:Clark, Chris 1985 births Living people Players of American football from New Orleans American football offensive tackles Southern Miss Golden Eagles football players Tampa Bay Buccaneers players Minnesota Vikings players Denver Broncos players Houston Texans players 21st-century American sportsmen Carolina Panthers players New Orleans Saints players