Frank Clark

Frank Clark

30-Year-Old LinebackerLB
 Free Agent  
Free Agent
2023 Fantasy Outlook
Clark signed a one-year, $5.5 million contract with the Broncos this offseason, and he'll bring a veteran presence to an already strong defensive unit in Denver. Clark finished his 2022 season with the Chiefs, recording 39 tackles and five sacks across 15 games. The 30-year-old will look to contribute immediately as a starter in 2023. Read Past Outlooks
RANKS
$Released by the Seahawks in December of 2023.
Officially cut by Seattle
LBFree Agent
December 30, 2023
The Seahawks waived Clark on Saturday, John Boyle of the team's official site reports.
ANALYSIS
After reports that Clark's second-tenure in Seattle was coming to a close, the two sides officially parted ways Saturday. The veteran edge rusher appeared in six games since signing with the Seahawks on Oct. 26, recording just six total tackles on 142 defensive snaps. Derick Hall is expected to see increased opportunities as a reserve outside linebacker going forward.
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Measurables Review
How do Frank Clark's measurables compare to other linebackers?
This section compares his draft workout metrics with players at the same position. The bar represents the player's percentile rank. For example, if the bar is halfway across, then the player falls into the 50th percentile for that metric and it would be considered average.
Height
6' 3"
 
Weight
272 lbs
 
40-Yard Dash
4.79 sec
 
Shuttle Time
4.05 sec
 
Cone Drill
7.08 sec
 
Vertical Jump
38.5 in
 
Broad Jump
118 in
 
Bench Press
19 reps
 
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Latest Fantasy Rumors
Could return to K.C.
LBFree Agent
October 14, 2023
Adam Schefter of ESPN reports that Clark returning to the Chiefs is "the most likely scenario" once he clears waivers.
ANALYSIS
The writing was on the wall for Clark's release from the Broncos on Friday after he agreed to a pay cut Thursday that reduced his base salary to the minimum $841,000. He missed three games while recovering from a partial abductor tear and played in just 11 snaps in his return in Week 5 against the Jets before missing Thursday's contest against the Chiefs with an illness. Clark played in Kansas City from 2019 to 2022 and was instrumental in the team's three Super Bowl appearances during that span. In his last season with the Chiefs, Clark posted 39 tackles, five sacks and a forced fumble in 15 games.
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Past Fantasy Outlooks
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Clark's 2021 availability remains in limbo following an arrest in June that resulted in felony charges. He's in camp with the club and should start on the defensive line as long as he's available after totaling 29 tackles (21 solo) and six sacks in what was a somewhat disappointing 2020 campaign.
Clark probably has the ability to do significantly more than he did in 2019, his first year with the Chiefs. Playing 736 snaps in 14 games, he totaled 37 tackles and eight sacks. He made five additional sacks in his three playoff games, though, and if you include those stats with the regular season numbers you get 46 tackles and 13 sacks on 902 snaps. Clark has yet to play more than 742 defensive snaps in a season, but he'd project among the league leaders in sacks if he could just get over the 800-snap mark.
Clark retains his DL eligibility with the Chiefs switching to a 4-3, cementing him as one of this year's top high-upside IDPs. The Chiefs figure to protect plenty of leads, and opponents have no choice but to throw to keep up with Patrick Mahomes. With more dropbacks come more sack opportunities for Clark, who also could see his snap count jump to more than 800 after logging fewer than 750 the last two years in Seattle. Clark's tackle production is modest (73 the last two years), so he might go cold between the sack sprees, but the high points should be notable.
With Michael Bennett traded to Philly and Cliff Avril retired due to neck issues, Clark is easily the most elite pass rusher left in Seattle. Heading into his fourth pro season, Clark has racked up 19 sacks and four forced fumbles in the last two campaigns. Clark should continue to play around 50 defensive snaps per game and be in the running for another double-digit sack season.
Clark was able to carve out a role for himself on a very talented defensive line, recording 47 tackles, 10 sacks and two forced fumbles in 15 games last season. Now heading into his third season, no team will be caught off guard by Clark's menacing playing style, which could mean a slight decline in numbers. However, the 24-year-old is expected to remain as a substitute behind starters Michael Bennett and Cliff Avril, giving opponent's offensive lines no breaks when it comes to the pass rush.
Clark had a promising rookie season in 2015, totaling three sacks on 333 snaps. Perhaps most important he showed none of the character flaws that caused his draft stock to sink to the second round. He'll be a big part of the D-Line rotation again this year. He's expected to see increased snaps and with it increased tackles and sacks. He's a long way from IDP relevance, but he's an important part of Seattle's defensive front.
A controversial 2015 second-round pick because of off-field trouble at Michigan, Clark is an athletic defensive lineman who can play outside and inside. At 6-3, 271, Clark has a big swingspan and runs a 4.6 40. He won't start, but he'll be a big part of the defensive line rotation if he develops as hoped.
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Appears set to be let loose by SEA
LBSeattle Seahawks
Coach's Decision
December 30, 2023
The Seahawks plan to waive Clark on Saturday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
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Deemed DNP for rest purposes
LBSeattle Seahawks
December 27, 2023
The Seahawks listed Clark as a nonparticipant as a resting player at Wednesday's practice walk-through, Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times reports.
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Won't play Week 16
LBSeattle Seahawks
Illness
December 22, 2023
Clark (illness) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Titans, Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune reports.
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Clears injury report Thursday
LBSeattle Seahawks
December 14, 2023
Clark (personal) was not listed on the Seahawks' injury report Thursday, John Boyle of the team's official site reports.
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Won't play Week 14
LBSeattle Seahawks
Personal
December 9, 2023
Clark (personal) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the 49ers, Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic reports.
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