Clarke attended Taylor Allderdice High School in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania,[1][2] where he was a two-time Tribune Review All-City League as tight end and linebacker.
In 2011, he played in all 13 games, starting 11, recording 34 tackles, including five for loss and two sacks.
In 2012, he started 12 games, recording 26 tackles, including 6.5 for loss and 1.5 sacks.
[14] Clarke had a tryout with the Detroit Lions on August 19, 2020,[15] and signed with the team four days later.
[17] On October 22, 2020, Clarke was signed to the practice squad of the New Orleans Saints.