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Francis Claude's progress as a Nittany Lion has been slowed by nagging injuries, but he continues to work hard in his quest to gain more playing time at tight end. He joined classmates Justin King and Derrick Williams in graduating from high school in 3 1/2 years, enrolling at Penn State in January 2005. With the departure of Kevin Darling and Patrick Hall, opportunities for significant playing time are available behind returning starter Andrew Quarless. Claude is Penn State's lone representative from Canada.
2006 Sophomore Season
Claude continued to make progress, seeing his first collegiate action in the victory against Temple.
2005 Freshman Season
Redshirt Season
High School
In his first season at Champlain Regional College, Claude made 14 receptions for 284 yards and two touchdowns, including a 70-yard reception, in the wide-open Canadian rules game. In his final season, shortened by an ankle injury, he still managed 12 catches for 230 yards and three scores in the four games he played. His numbers in his first season earned him a spot on the Canadian team that participated in the Global Junior Football Championship. Claude was considered Canada's top prep recruit in 2005.
Personal
Full name is Francis D. Claude. The son of Gilles Claude, he is an economics major. Born January 21, 1985.
