Maurice Clarett: 'I learned a lot'

Now that Maurice Clarett is getting a second chance after a stint in jail for armed robbery, the former Ohio State star and Denver Broncos third-round draft pick is intent on making the most of his opportunity with the Omaha Nighthawks in the United Football League.

Clarett served 3 1/2 years in prison, was cut by the Broncos and broke NCAA rules while at Ohio State.

"I learned a lot, but more so just be humble about everything and stay positive in character and keep a good attitude about what goes on," Clarett told the Associated Press. "My confidence level is good right now. Get in the weight room, get inside the playbook. I've got a good relationship with my teammates, just taking things day by day."

Clarett won over UFL commissioner Michael Huyghue that he's sincere about changing his old ways.

"I'm sure he had his concerns and everything," said Clarett, who's going to be mentored by former NFL running back Ahman Green, the Nighthawks' featured runner. "It was a personal discussion between me and him. I told him how I felt, where I was at in my life, how I felt about my family, about having an opportunity to play again and being around the guys around here."

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