Richard Clebert

Richard Clebert (born November 15, 1985) is an American football defensive tackle for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers of the National Football League. He played college football at South Florida.

High school career
A native of Miami, Clebert attended Miami Edison Senior High School. He waspart of the "Edison Five" who signed with South Florida in 2004, along with running back Chad Simpson, tackle Marc Dile, receiver Jackie Chambers, and linebacker Brouce Mompremier. Regarded as a three-star recruit, he was listed as the No. 50 defensive tackle available in his class.

College career
Clebert was a three-year starter at nose tackle for South Florida. He had 22 tackles as a junior, and 31 as senior. Known for his weight room prowess, he reportedly bench-pressed 225 pounds 43 times.

2008 NFL Draft
Clebert was graded as the 31st defensive tackle available in the 2008 NFL Draft by Sports Illustrated. In a draft that saw 18 defensive tackles selected, he went undrafted. In the off-season, he tried out for the New Orleans Saints but did not earn a contract.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Richard Clebert signed with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on January 24, 2013.