Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Ryan Clark (American football)

How Ryan Clark (American football) built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Ryan Clark is a former NFL safety who played college football at LSU. Undrafted in 2002, he signed with the New York Giants and went on to play for the Washington Redskins and Pittsburgh Steelers. Clark achieved significant success with the Steelers, winning Super Bowl XLIII and earning a Pro Bowl selection in 2011. He is known for his impactful playing career and contributions to the teams he played for.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

April 26, 2002: Signed with the New York Giants

On April 26, 2002, Ryan Clark signed a three-year contract with the New York Giants as an undrafted free agent, including a signing bonus.

October 21, 2002: Released by Giants

On October 21, 2002, the New York Giants released Ryan Clark and replaced him with Johnnie Harris.

October 23, 2002: Signed to Giants' Practice Squad

On October 23, 2002, after being released, the New York Giants signed Ryan Clark to their practice squad.

2002: Signed by New York Giants

In 2002, Ryan Clark was signed by the New York Giants as an undrafted free agent.

2002: Community Involvement with the Giants

In 2002, while with the Giants, Ryan Clark participated in the United Way Hometown Huddle and "Operation PaintFest" to support the community and hospitals affected by the September 11 attacks.

October 19, 2003: First Career Start

On October 19, 2003, Ryan Clark earned his first career start for the Giants and deflected a pass in a game against the Philadelphia Eagles.

December 28, 2003: First Career Sack

On December 28, 2003, Ryan Clark recorded his first career sack against Jake Delhomme of the Carolina Panthers.

May 28, 2004: Waived by Giants

On May 28, 2004, Ryan Clark was waived by the New York Giants after they signed Brent Alexander.

July 31, 2004: Signed with Redskins

On July 31, 2004, Ryan Clark signed a two-year contract with the Washington Redskins as an unrestricted free agent.

October 30, 2005: First Career Interception

On October 30, 2005, Ryan Clark had a season-high 11 solo tackles and his first career interception against Eli Manning of the New York Giants.

March 14, 2006: Signed with Steelers

On March 14, 2006, Ryan Clark signed a four-year contract with the Pittsburgh Steelers, replacing Chris Hope.

October 8, 2006: First Interception as Steeler

On October 8, 2006, Ryan Clark recorded his first interception as a member of the Pittsburgh Steelers against Philip Rivers of the San Diego Chargers.