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Mark Clayton
WR
· Louisville
Mark Clayton is a former wide receiver out of Louisville, selected by the Miami Dolphins with the 223rd overall pick (round 8) in the 1983 NFL Draft. He played 158 regular-season games from 1983 to 1993. He was named to 5 Pro Bowls.
Draft Details
Mark Clayton Career Stats
- 5× Pro Bowl selection.
- Primary starter for 10 seasons.
- Ranks 2nd in the 1983 draft class in receiving yards (8,974).
Career Totals
| Games | Pass Yds | Pass TD | INT Thrown | Rush Yds | Rec | Rec Yds | Rec TD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 158 | 48 | 1 | 1 | 108 | 582 | 8,974 | 84 |
Career span: 1983–1993.
Source: nflverse · Updated Sep 28, 2026
Draft Class Context
Mark Clayton was the 26th of 34 WRs selected in the 1983 draft. The 223rd overall pick has been used 44 times in draft history. Louisville had 2 players drafted in 1983, including Richard Tharpe.
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