Age, Biography and Wiki
Clark Gaines was born on 1 February, 1954 in Elberton, Georgia, is an American football player and coach (born 1954). Discover Clark Gaines's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 70 years old?
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70 years old |
| Zodiac Sign |
Aquarius |
| Born |
1 February 1954 |
| Birthday |
1 February |
| Birthplace |
Elberton, Georgia |
| Nationality |
United States
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Clark Gaines Height, Weight & Measurements
At 70 years old, Clark Gaines height is 1.85 m .
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1.85 m |
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Dating & Relationship status
He is currently single. He is not dating anyone. We don't have much information about He's past relationship and any previous engaged. According to our Database, He has no children.
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Clark Gaines Net Worth
His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Clark Gaines worth at the age of 70 years old? Clark Gaines’s income source is mostly from being a successful player. He is from United States. We have estimated Clark Gaines's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.
| Net Worth in 2024 |
$1 Million - $5 Million |
| Salary in 2024 |
Under Review |
| Net Worth in 2023 |
Pending |
| Salary in 2023 |
Under Review |
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Not Available |
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| Source of Income |
player |
Clark Gaines Social Network
Timeline
Clark Daniel Gaines (born February 1, 1954) is a former American football running back in the National Football League (NFL).
He was also a coach in the United States Football League (USFL).
He played for the New York Jets and the Kansas City Chiefs over the course of his seven-year NFL career.
Gaines was the running backs and special teams coach for the New Jersey Generals of the USFL.
Gaines was one of only 13 African American students to volunteer to integrate Elbert County High School in Elberton, Georgia.
He was coached by Boyd Outz.
After graduating from Elbert County Comprehensive High School, Gaines attended Lees-McRae College and graduated from Wake Forest University.
In his two seasons as a Demon Deacon, Gaines gained 1,258 yards on 336 carries (3.7 avg.), and was team captain and an All-ACC selection his senior year.
Gaines made his professional debut in the NFL in 1976 with the New York Jets.
In his rookie season, Gaines ran for 724 yards and hauled in 41 receptions for the Jets.
Having been overlooked in the draft due to injuries, Gaines signed with the Jets as a free agent and became the first rookie ever selected as Jets' MVP.
In the 1976 season, he led all NFL rookies with 724 yards rushing despite not starting until the seventh game, set a franchise record with four 100-yard rushing games in a single season, and was selected AFC Offensive Rookie of the Year by NFL Players Association.
After being sidelined due to injuries in 1978, Gaines returned in 1979 as a dominant force for the Jets once again.
In the 1979 season, he became the first Jet ever to lead the team in rushing and receiving twice, finishing the season fourth among AFC rushing leaders, tied for first in the AFC in yards per carry, and fumbled only once in 186 carries.
The Sporting News named him the best running back in the AFC East and the most individual offensive improvement in the division in 1979.
On September 21, 1980, Gaines broke a Jets franchise record with 17 catches in a single game against the San Francisco 49ers, a franchise record that still stands.
Gaines is currently third, and first among running backs, in the NFL record books for receptions per game.
He was the first undrafted running back to reach 500 yards rushing as a rookie, and one of six in NFL history to do so.
He "wore many hats" for the Jets: although technically a running back, he was also a prolific receiver, was an intimidating blocker in short yardage situations, and played special teams.
Gaines broke his leg in a game against the New England Patriots, in week 5 of the 1980 NFL season.
The following year, the Jets attempted to activate him off IR, by clearing waivers.
Instead, the Kansas City Chiefs claimed him.
He finished his playing career in Kansas City.
Gaines has been employed with the NFL Players Association for 22 years, and in April 2008 was promoted to Assistant Executive Director.
Gaines's jersey is retired at Elbert County Comprehensive High School.
In 2009, he received the Elbert County Native Citizen Award by the Elbert County Chamber of Commerce.
