Clark Gaines

Clark Daniel Gaines (born February 1, 1954 in Elberton, Georgia) is a former American football running back in the National Football League. He played for the New York Jets and the Kansas City Chiefs over the course of his 7 year career. 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...