Born in Denton, Tx, Jacoby was raised by a 'Football' family. Uncles and brothers, as well as his father had played exceptionally well at the college level. During the early years of Clay's football career he struggled, playing one age group above his own. His father, Charles, put Clay through rigorous training and drills from day one. Gifted with athleticism, and being in the 90th percentile for height his entire life, Clay thrived in just about everything sports related. Except Football.
Clay played 3 years in a YMCA league, and 3 years at the Select level. Free Safety just would not click with him. Clay glided by through Junior High and his Sophomore year of High School, performing at a low level. Whatever it was that he needed to figure it out, he couldn't find. Following in his fathers footsteps just was not in the cards.
Late after practice one week before the beginning of his Junior year of high school, Clay stayed late for extra conditioning and weight lifting. What he lacked on the field, he made up for in athleticism. Clay was 6'4 and 223lbs, a behemoth in his small 3A high school in Denton. Right before the practice session ended, his WR coach asked Clay to stay behind and work with the varsity offense. During drills, Clay played the WR position, as the varsity already had a starting safety. On the first snap, Clay shrugged off the pressing corner back, torched the '5 Star Recruit' FS and hauled in a long touchdown. Then he did it again, and again. Clay had finally found his stride. This off season practice was a huge turning point in his career.
Finally in his destined position, Clay was catapulted onto the scouting radar. Being at a 3A school, the competition was slim, and he capitalized on it. During his senior year, he broke the record for most Receiving Yards, Receptions, and Touchdowns in a season with a final stat line of 168 catches, 2673 yards and 36 Touchdowns. There wasn't a college in the world that didn't want him on the team. Having deep family ties in the southern United States, especially in New Orleans, Clay made the decision to attend Louisiana State University (LSU).
Clay continued to produce in college. When the competition rose, he rose above the competition. Talks of the draft began very early into his college career. After his senior year, he declared for the NSFL draft after being heavily scouted. And soon after, all of his training and hard work came to fruition.
In the season 19 NSFL draft, Jacoby Clay slid way down into the 4th round, going 17th overall to the Myrtle Beach Buccaneers. This was incredibly surprising considering the buzz Clay had been producing during his historical senior season at Louisiana State University. With a chip on his shoulder, Jacoby was welcomed into the Buccaneers Organization where he is currently flourishing. The teams that passed on the young WR may soon come to regret their decision. The REAL first chapter of Jacoby Clay's young career is just beginning.
Clay played 3 years in a YMCA league, and 3 years at the Select level. Free Safety just would not click with him. Clay glided by through Junior High and his Sophomore year of High School, performing at a low level. Whatever it was that he needed to figure it out, he couldn't find. Following in his fathers footsteps just was not in the cards.
Late after practice one week before the beginning of his Junior year of high school, Clay stayed late for extra conditioning and weight lifting. What he lacked on the field, he made up for in athleticism. Clay was 6'4 and 223lbs, a behemoth in his small 3A high school in Denton. Right before the practice session ended, his WR coach asked Clay to stay behind and work with the varsity offense. During drills, Clay played the WR position, as the varsity already had a starting safety. On the first snap, Clay shrugged off the pressing corner back, torched the '5 Star Recruit' FS and hauled in a long touchdown. Then he did it again, and again. Clay had finally found his stride. This off season practice was a huge turning point in his career.
Finally in his destined position, Clay was catapulted onto the scouting radar. Being at a 3A school, the competition was slim, and he capitalized on it. During his senior year, he broke the record for most Receiving Yards, Receptions, and Touchdowns in a season with a final stat line of 168 catches, 2673 yards and 36 Touchdowns. There wasn't a college in the world that didn't want him on the team. Having deep family ties in the southern United States, especially in New Orleans, Clay made the decision to attend Louisiana State University (LSU).
Clay continued to produce in college. When the competition rose, he rose above the competition. Talks of the draft began very early into his college career. After his senior year, he declared for the NSFL draft after being heavily scouted. And soon after, all of his training and hard work came to fruition.
In the season 19 NSFL draft, Jacoby Clay slid way down into the 4th round, going 17th overall to the Myrtle Beach Buccaneers. This was incredibly surprising considering the buzz Clay had been producing during his historical senior season at Louisiana State University. With a chip on his shoulder, Jacoby was welcomed into the Buccaneers Organization where he is currently flourishing. The teams that passed on the young WR may soon come to regret their decision. The REAL first chapter of Jacoby Clay's young career is just beginning.
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