Perez-Clack Named Top Defensive Lineman at TA’s Combine

Gonzales 2014 defensive tackle prospect Zac Perez-Clack (#63)

Many college prospects attended TA’s Combine, held on June 29, in hopes of putting together top performances and separating themselves from the bunch. One prospect that was able to do so was Zach Perez-Clack, a 2014 defensive tackle prospect from Gonzales HS.

After strong performances in both position drills and 1-on-1’s, the 6’0’’, 280 pound Perez-Clack was named the Top Defensive Lineman of the combine. He also showed his strength by setting a combine record after benching 225 pounds, 18 times.

Perez-Clack also put together a 5.12 shuttle time (5-10-5), and reached 7-10.00 on the broad jump.

“I thought I did pretty well in the drills,” started Perez-Clack, “I got a lot of hands on help from the coaches there, too. It was just a good experience to get out there and compete with the other guys.”

Being a strong athlete, as mentioned earlier, definitely gives Perez-Clack an advantage on the field. His strength is the main reason behind being a handful for the offensive line and players in the backfield and is what most consider the best aspect of his game.

“I definitely use my strength to my advantage. I have pretty decent hands but my strength helps make up for my lack of speed and size,” said Perez-Clack.

Perez-Clack had a successful junior season, on both the offensive and defensive sides, in which he was named First Team All-District Center and Second Team All-District Defensive Tackle. At the center, he was able to record 70 knockdowns and 45 pancakes. On the defensive side, he racked up 3 forced fumbles, 3 sacks, 50 solo tackles, and 10 tackles for losses.

Though yet to receive any offers, Perez-Clack feels that he can make his presence felt at the next level. Particularly in a 3-4 defense, using his strength, especially, he has the ability to power over the center and cause havoc in the backfield.

As for the rest of the summer, Perez-Clack is still waiting on feedback from attending the summer camps of Midwestern State and UMHB and he also has plans on attending the camp held by the University of Incarnate Word.

TA’s Scouting Scoop: A strong, constant presence in the backfield. He knows how to stay low and always penetrates the line of scrimmage. He can learn to use his hands better but is still able to outduel bigger offensive linemen. 

- Ashleigh D., Intern