Tracking the Pro Career of Anthony Clement (2008 over due to injury)

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Q&A With Tackle Anthony Clement


Q If you weren’t playing football, what would be your ultimate career?

A I think I’d make a great lawyer. First of all, I think I’d be pretty good at it. To walk in there in a nice suit and all dressed up, my hair up in my braids, and shoot off with all that legal terminology, that would be pretty cool. I watch all of those law shows. I’m a big fan of Law and Order, a Few Good Men. I really enjoy the learning process, sifting through the facts and trying to find the truth, outsmarting your opponent.

Q So will you go to law school when you are done or try something else?

A I’d like to open up a fashion clothing store for Big Men. A lot of stores that carry clothing for guys my size, well, it isn’t the latest fashion. So, I’m in the research stage right now of looking for a prime location where people don’t have to drive too far. I want to make it obstacle free!

Q When did you start playing ball?

A I was in the 6th grade. I played every position. It took a while before I really started to enjoy football because we were a pretty sorry team. I didn’t like all the losing.

Q What is your favorite restaurant?

A Probably, back in Louisiana, this place called Old Time Groceries. They make the best shrimp po’boys. The shrimp is just falling out, it is so nice and seasoned, and hot, fresh bread.

Q So you are not worried about watching your figure?

A Nah, more fried the better.

Q Can you cook Cajun food?

A Oh yeah, I can make it all. Gumbos, etouffes, creoles… I don’t do as much because I like my kitchen to be pretty clean so I usually would rather eat out.

Q What does Cajun mean to you?

A Well, Cajun to me, is really like a derived from the French language. But, it is also not just in the language, but in the traditions, the music, the food.

Q Do you think there is anything else like being raised in the South?

A No ma’am. You can always tell when you meet someone from the South. There doesn’t seem to be as much violence or drugs when you are growing up out in the country. I couldn’t imagine growing up in a city. Everyone was so friendly where I was from. You are raised with manners. I still say my ma’am and sirs.

The rest of the interview

Interviewed by Chrissy Mauck, http://www.azcardinals.com

[studentfan]

In the paper today they talked about Arizona possibly trading Clement away along with another O-Lineman. Any thoughts on where he could end up if they eventually trade him away?

[Turbine]

Originally posted by studentfan
In the paper today they talked about Arizona possibly trading Clement away along with another O-Lineman. Any thoughts on where he could end up if they eventually trade him away?

His rookie year was 1998 he should have some game left.
Hey he knows how to block for Jake hello Panthers?

[studentfan]

That's what I was thinking Turbine, I really hope to see him go their. I think they would make a great team.

[Cajun1997]

Denver Broncos: Just one day after he was released by the Arizona Cardinals, veteran offensive tackle Anthony Clement on Tuesday signed with the Broncos. Contract details were not yet available.

Clement, 29, was selected by the Cardinals in the second round of the 1998 draft and the massive blocker (6-feet-8, 330 pounds) at various times started at both tackle spots before falling out of favor with coach Dennis Green's staff at the midpoint of last season. The former Louisiana standout has appeared in 82 games and started 69 of them. He started 14 or more contests four times in seven seasons and started all 16 games three times.

Denver officials acted quickly in pursuing Clement, who is expected to serve as the backup to starting right tackle George Foster. The Broncos contacted Clement within hours of his Monday release, flew him to Denver on Tuesday for a physical examination, and signed him to a contract.

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[Cajun1997]

I had 2 classes with Anthony at UL, while I never knew him other than to say "Hello" to I have followed his career and certainly wish him well in Denver.

[Turbine]

Good News.

I wouldn't be surprised if his long time relationship with Jake Plumber was the deal maker.

[NewsCopy]

Clement, 6-8, 337 pounds, enters his eighth NFL season and first year with the Broncos after playing seven seasons with Arizona, which selected him in the second round (36th overall) of the 1998 NFL Draft. He has played 82 career regular-season games with 70 starts.

The 29-year-old Clement played all 16 games for the Cardinals in 2004 with eight starts at right tackle. He became a full-time starter during his second NFL season and started 45 consecutive games from 1999-01.

Clement started the final 33 games of his collegiate career at left tackle for Southwestern Louisiana (now Louisiana-Lafayette) and was named first-team All-Louisiana by the state's sportswriters as a senior. An All-District 6-A selection at Cecilia High School in Cecilia, La., Anthony George Clement was born April 10, 1976, in Lafayette, La.

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[CAJUNJUDO]

I agree. I wish him the best....and hopefully be the starter.

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New York City – The New York Jets announced today the signing of offensive lineman Anthony Clement. Terms of the contract were undisclosed. The announcement was made by Jets’ General Manager Mike Tannenbaum. “Anthony is an experienced veteran who provides our offensive line with flexibility and depth,” said Tannenbaum. “I’m excited about joining my teammates in the off-season program,” said Clement. “I look forward to working with Coach (Tony) Wise and learning the system.” Clement, 30, is an eight-year veteran of the National Football League who spent last season as a member of the San Francisco 49ers. The 6-8, 320-pound native of Lafayette, LA signed with the 49ers on August 19, 2005, and went on to play in 14 games, making six starts at tackle. Clement was selected in the second round of the 1998 draft out of Southwestern Louisiana (now called Louisiana-Lafayette) by the Arizona Cardinals. In his eight-year career he has played in 96 games and made 75 starts. The rest of the story Ron Colangelo

[DaddyCajun]

wow, thats great news with sampy! seriously, we're on our way up. this is good to hear!

Don't we have Anthony Clements the big 6'9" OL that was with Arizona for a long time but went somewhere else last season. Where is AC?

DaddyCajun

[DaddyCajun]

Jets Jets sign OL Anthony ClementAssociated Press
National Football League News Wire

HEMPSTEAD, N.Y. -- The New York Jets signed free-agent offensive lineman Anthony Clement on Wednesday.

Clement, an eight-year veteran, spent last season with the San Francisco 49ers. The 6-foot-8, 320-pound Clement played in 14 games, making six starts at tackle. He was selected in the second round of the 1998 draft by the Arizona Cardinals. In his career, he has played in 96 games and made 75 starts.


get the big man @ 6'8" and 320#
DaddyCajun

#67 Anthony Clement | OT Roster: Select Player B. Askew C. Baker D. Ball D. Barrett E. Barton D. Blaylock B. Bollinger M. Brown T. Butler M. Cavka M. Chatham K. Clemens A. Clement E. Coleman L. Coles J. Cotchery J. Dearth J. Dreessen T. Dwight A. Dyson S. Ellis J. Enzor D. Ferguson J. Fiedler B. Graham V. Green V. Hobson C. Houston D. Johnson T. Johnson D. Jolley A. Jones B. Kassell N. Katnik P. Kendall M. King K. Kingsbury L. Lawton N. Mangold C. Martin J. McCareins M. McChesney D. McClover J. Miller B. Moore S. Morley R. Myers D. Nienhuis M. Nugent C. Pennington M. Pope S. Pouha P. Ramsey K. Rhodes D. Ridgeway D. Robertson A. Schlegel E. Smith I. Snell D. Strait T. Teague B. Thomas J. Vilma K. von Oelhoffen R. Washington J. Witherspoon

Full Name: Anthony Clement
Born: April 10, 1976
Lafayette, LA
Height: 6-8
Weight: 320 lbs. Age: 30
Pos: OT
Experience: 8 years
College: Louisiana-Lafayette FANTASY
Percent Owned: (Week +/-):
NFL: 0.0% (0.0%)
Avg. Draft Position:
NFL: UD

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Jets April 20: Signed offensive lineman Anthony Clement.

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April 19, 2006
Jets add depth to offensive line with tackle Clement
For the second time in less than a week, the New York Jets have addressed their need for experienced offensive linemen, reaching agreement with unrestricted free agent tackle Anthony Clement.