Clarence Scott
Clarence Scott (born April 9, 1949) is a former American football safety who played 13 seasons in the NFL from 1971 to 1983 for the Cleveland Browns.
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| Position: | Cornerback / Safety | ||||||||
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| Born: | April 9, 1949 Atlanta, Georgia | ||||||||
| Height: | 6 ft 0 in (1.83 m) | ||||||||
| Weight: | 190 lb (86 kg) | ||||||||
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| High school: | Decatur (GA) Trinity | ||||||||
| College: | Kansas State | ||||||||
| NFL Draft: | 1971 / Round: 1 / Pick: 14 | ||||||||
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High school career
Scott was raised in Decatur, Georgia and attended the former African-American school Trinity High School in Decatur. As a junior in 1965, Scott helped Trinity to a state title.[2]
College career
Scott played college football at Kansas State University, where he was named an All-American following the 1970 season.
Professional career
Cleveland selected him with the 14th pick in the first round of the 1971 NFL Draft. He proved to be a steady presence with the Browns, earning Pro Bowl honors in 1973, a season in which he had five interceptions for 71 yards and one touchdown.
Personal life
He now resides in the Metro-Atlanta Area with his wife of 16 years, Eleanor. Scott has three grown children from a previous marriage, one son and two daughters, and four grandchildren. As for hobbies, Clarence and Eleanor like to travel, and Clarence enjoys working out and playing basketball.
References
- Barber, Hayden (June 13, 2018). "Royals' Kauffman, Paul Pierce, Larry Drew among Kansas Sports Hall of Fame inductees". Kansas City Star. Retrieved June 14, 2018.
- Eagle Eye Sports & NFL Hall of Famer Clarence Scott