The Clemson Tigers continue to pump great talent into the NFL on a yearly basis, producing some of the best players in the league. Those players producing well on Sundays also pays dividends for Clemson. By raising the status of the program it helps Clemson football remain prestigious and land the top recruits in the country. Here's how some of the best Clemson alumni did this past weekend in the NFL.
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Vic Beasley LB - Atlanta Falcons
Atlanta Falcons outside linebacker Vic Beasley is in his third season after being drafted eighth overall in the 2015 NFL Draft. Last season, was a breakout campaign for him as he led the NFL with 15.5 sacks and was named First Team All-Pro. This past week Beasley and the Falcons were in a tough battle against the New Orleans Saints and fell short 23-13.
Beasley finished the game with two tackles, adding to his season total of 22. This season, Beasley has four sacks, one forced fumble, and 28 combined tackles.
Sammy Watkins WR - Los Angeles Rams
Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Sammy Watkins is in his fourth season in the NFL and first with the Rams. He was drafted fourth overall by the Buffalo Bills in the 2014 NFL Draft, but injuries have hampered his young career. Watkins has played in every single game this season and found the end zone this past week against the Tennessee Titans.
.@SammyWatkins aparece bem na endzone para o TOUCHDOWN e desempatar esse jogaço!! #NFLBrasil #LARvsTEN #LARams pic.twitter.com/VUoIx7BVpv
— NFL Brasil (@NFLBrasil) December 24, 2017
The Rams won the game 27-23 and have won the NFC West, clinching a playoff spot. On the season, Watkins has 39 receptions, 593 yards, and eight touchdowns.
Jaron Brown WR - Arizona Cardinals
Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Jaron Brown is in his fifth season playing professional football. This season, Brown has a career high in receptions (30), yards, (452), and touchdowns (3). This past week, his Cardinals took care of business against the New York Giants winning 23-0.
Brown finished the game with two catches for 27 yards and also recorded a reception from future hall of fame wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald, it was Fitzgerald's first completion in his historic career.
Larry Fitzgerald's first career pass completion was a DART. #NYGvsAZ pic.twitter.com/WaETMAvFNu
— FOX Sports: NFL (@NFLonFOX) December 24, 2017
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