Who is Kenny Clark? Here's what to know about DL in Micah Parsons trade

The Dallas Cowboys landed a three-time Pro Bowl defensive tackle in Kenny Clark as part of their return for superstar Micah Parsons.

The Dallas Cowboys didn't give away defensive superstar Micah Parsons to the Green Bay Packers without a decent return. For sending Parsons to the NFC North team, the Cowboys received two first-round picks in return, the Packers' top selections in 2026 and '27. They figure to be near the bottom of the opening round ... if Green Bay plays to its lofty potential. The Cowboys also got a stud defensive tackle, who starred in the NFC North for many years.

So, who is Kenny Clark?

Let's take a look...

Where did Kenny Clark go to college?

Memphis Tigers quarterback Paxton Lynch breaks away from UCLA Bruins defensive lineman Kenny Clark.

Like, Osa Odighizuwa, Clark attended UCLA. He was a third-team All-American in 2015 as a junior and second team All-Pac-12.

What year was Kenny Clark drafted?

May 6, 2016; Green Bay, WI, USA; Green Bay Packers first round draft pick Kenny Clark (97) stretches during rookie minicamp.

Green Bay drafted him 27th overall in the first round in 2016.

How many Pro Bowls has Kenny Clark made?

Clubhouse Live with guest Green Bay Packers Pro Bowl defensive tackle Kenny Clark.

Clark is a three-time Pro Bowler, 2019, '21, and '23. Given his penchant for making the Pro Bowl in odd-numbered years could 2025 be a big season for the 6-foot-3, 314-pounder.

What are Kenny Clark's career stats?

Green Bay Packers defensive tackle Kenny Clark celebrates sacking Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa

Per Pro Football Reference, Clark made 126 starts in 140 games over nine years with Green Bay. He defended 12 passes and forced seven fumbles. Clark has 35 career sacks, including a career-high 7.5 in 2023. He has 76 quarterback hits and has been in on 417 tackles overall.

What number will Kenny Clark wear?

Green Bay Packers defensive tackle Kenny Clark.

The defensive tackle is listed in 96 on the Dallas roster. That would be one number less that what he wore in Green Bay. Osa Odighizuwa currently wears No. 97 and he has something in common with Clark.

This article originally appeared on Touchdown Wire: Meet Kenny Clark, the DL headed to Dallas in Micah Parsons trade

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