About Boyd Clay
Lived 1915 – 1978 (aged 63). Boyd Clay was an American american football player.
Boyd Davis Clay (May 6, 1915 – June 22, 1978) was an American professional football tackle. He played for the Cleveland Rams from 1940 to 1944. He was drafted by the Cleveland Rams in the 11th round of the 1940 NFL draft with the 95th overall pick. He was named as one of the Nashville's Next 50 Greatest High School Football Players of All-Time.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Boyd Clay?
American football player (1915-1978)
When was Boyd Clay born?
Boyd Clay was born on 6 May 1915 in Hohenwald.
When did Boyd Clay die?
Boyd Clay died on 22 June 1978.
What was Boyd Clay's occupation?
Boyd Clay was an american football player.
What nationality was Boyd Clay?
Boyd Clay was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Boyd Clay. https://biography.guide/boyd-clay/
MLA: "Boyd Clay." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/boyd-clay/.
Chicago: "Boyd Clay." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/boyd-clay/.
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