Patriots conduct tryouts for defensive backs Hudson Clark and Jeremiah McClendon
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 12:22 AM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
The New England Patriots held tryouts for defensive backs Hudson Clark and Jeremiah McClendon on Friday as they prepare for the 2026 NFL season. Clark, an undrafted free agent from 2025, has not yet played in an NFL game, while McClendon was waived by the New Orleans Saints after being undrafted in 2026. The team is focusing on strengthening its secondary, which features safeties Kevin Byard and Craig Woodson, along with cornerbacks Christian Gonzalez, Carlton Davis III, and Marcus Jones. The Patriots will evaluate the performances of the trialists to determine potential roster spots.
- •Hudson Clark and Jeremiah McClendon tried out for the Patriots.
- •Clark previously played at Arkansas, recording six interceptions.
- •McClendon was waived after a brief stint with the New Orleans Saints.
- •Patriots aim to strengthen their secondary as training camp continues.
- 12:22 AMYahoo Sports — Patriots host two defensive backs for training camp tryout
"The Patriots had defensive backs Hudson Clark and Jeremiah McClendon in for tryouts on Friday.
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