Gary Clark is one of the greatest players in Washington’s franchise history. In his eight years with the then-Redskins, the former JMU Duke caught 549 passes for 8,742 yards and 58 touchdowns. Clark was a member of two Super Bowl championship teams and was one of the NFL’s best wide receivers during that era.
Since his retirement, Clark has been a successful businessman but has always remained a fan of his former team, regardless of the name. Clark is always among the most prominent when the Commanders invite back former players for alumni events.
On Thursday, Olivia Garvey of ABC 7 reached out to Clark to hear his perspective on owner Daniel Snyder reportedly agreeing to sell the NFL franchise to Josh Harris.
Clark believes the current players will benefit the most.
“As a player, I’d be excited because now I’m going to see what’s in the stands, what’s in the seats,” Clark said. “And that’s always important, you know. Having a 12th man being a part of your ritual when you go out to play is huge. Honestly, the players haven’t had a chance to truly see how the Washington fans treat them when you are successful at your job. And once they see that excitement, they think they have it good now; when you win in this town, you truly have it good.”
“When you win in this town, you truly have it good”
Just a short time ago, @Olivia7News spoke with former Washington great Gary Clark on this Snyder/Harris agreement for the Commanders.
Clark added, that the current players should be excited about this change.
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Clark has never been a former player who openly criticized Snyder or the organization, choosing instead to always cheer for his former team. He certainly appears excited about what’s ahead.