Clarence Bailey Explained

Clarence Bailey
Number:38
Position:Running back
Birth Date:7 March 1962
Birth Place:Milford, Delaware, U.S.
Death Place:Milford, Delaware, U.S.
Height Ft:5
Height In:11
Weight Lb:220
High School:Milford (DE)
College:Wesley, Hampton
Undraftedyear:1987
Pastteams:
Pfr:BailCl20

Clarence J. Bailey (March 7, 1963 - May 29, 2006) was an American professional football player who was a running back for one season for the Miami Dolphins of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football at Wesley and Hampton.

Early life

He was born on March 7, 1963, in Milford, Delaware, and attended Milford High School. He played one season of football in high school and had 1411 rushing yards and 17 touchdowns.[1] He was named first-team all-conference and first-team all-state.

College career

He went to college at Wesley College, playing there from 1982 to 1983. He went to Hampton from 1984 to 1986, leading the team in punt returns as a junior and as a senior.[2]

Professional career

1987 Season

Bailey was signed by the Toronto Argonauts in 1987. He was released at roster cuts.

He also played shortly for the Chesapeake Bay Neptunes, a semi-professional team.[1]

He was also signed by the Miami Dolphins during training camp. He was released on August 18.[2] He was later signed as a replacement player.[2] In his first game he had 10 rushes for 55 yards.[3] After his first game he did not have any more statistics. He played three games.

Later life

He had eight children. He died on May 29, 2006, at the age of 43. In 2008 he was inducted into the Milford Football Hall of Fame.[1]

Further reading

Notes and References

  1. Web site: MHS Football Hall of Fame announces inaugural class - News.... www.milfordbeacon.com. December 24, 2020.
  2. Web site: NEW DOLPHINS TODAY'S EXPECTED STARTERS: - Sun.... www.sun-sentinel.com. 4 October 1987 . December 24, 2020.
  3. Web site: Clarence Bailey Career Gamelog. pro-football-reference.com. December 24, 2020.