Jacques

McClendon

McClendon spent of the majority of the season on the Lions’ practice squad after being claimed off waivers from the Colts. He’ll battle for a roster spot in training camp.

McClendon goes to make room for S Vincent Fuller. He has now been dumped by the Colts and Lions since being picked in the fourth round of the 2010 draft.

It’s the fourth straight week McClendon has been either waived or promoted by the Jaguars. The move clears a spot for Justin Blackmon’s return.

A former fourth-round pick, McClendon hasn’t appeared in a game since 2010. He’ll sit on the end of the roster before likely being bumped off in a week or two.

It wasn’t a good sign for McClendon that he couldn’t crack a poor Falcons offensive line, but the Jags will give him a longer look. He was drafted by Bill Polian in Indianapolis. Polian’s son, Chris, is now a Jaguars scout.

A journeyman, McClendon made only three 2015 appearances. The Jags released most of their notable names earlier on Saturday.

The 28-year-old spent the entire offseason with the Dolphins before being released last week. His five career starts came with Jaguars between 2013-2014.

Coach Gus Bradley said the competition won’t be decided until camp, but it would be surprising if Linder does not open the season as the starter. McClendon has made no impact since being drafted by the Colts in the fourth round in 2010, and with 42 college starts to his name, Linder has the experience to start right away. Linder also played for Jags OC Jedd Fisch at Miami.

Practice-squadder Sam Brenner will take his place on the active roster. McClendon had been competing for backup snaps behind starting center Mike Pouncey.

McClendon appeared in 13 games (three starts) for Jacksonville last year. He gives Miami interior line depth with the ability to back up at multiple spots. A career journeyman, McClendon has played on four teams over the past five seasons.