Clemson football: Three biggest NFL busts in program history

Dec 28, 2019; Glendale, AZ, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes running back J.K. Dobbins (2) is tackled by Clemson Tigers linebacker Isaiah Simmons (11) and cornerback Mario Goodrich (31) during the fourth quarter in the 2019 Fiesta Bowl college football playoff semifinal game at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew Emmons-USA TODAY Sports /

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Clemson’s Shaq Lawson, Stephone Anthony and Corey Crawford celebrate tackling Boston College’s Chase Rettig during the fourth quarter at Memorial Stadium in Clemson, S.C. in 2013.Shaq Lawson Over The Years File /

When Stephone Anthony committed to play collegiate football for Clemson back in 2010, it was a big deal. He was the third-best linebacker in the country and a consensus 5-star recruit. Remember, this was before Brent Venables arrived and established Clemson football as the premier destination for high school prospects.

Playing for Coach Venables his last couple of years in a Clemson football uniform was the best thing that could have happened to Anthony.

His last two seasons in a Tigers uniform saw him record 25 tackles for loss, 6.5 sacks, and two interceptions.

His size, speed, and athleticism caught the eye of many NFL teams and the Saints traded up to grab him at the end of the first round in 2015.

In his five NFL seasons, he would play for two different teams and be on three other practice squads. He made just 16 starts and record 152 tackles and nine QB hits.

Like Vic Beasley, he is currently out of football.

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