2008 (Freshman): Cliatt was a walk-on for the Aggies in 2008 

High School: Cliatt was a three year starter for Hayfield Secondary School, lettering both his junior and senior seasons. He was named to the Northern Region Virginia All-Star Game as a running back his senior season. Cliatt also played one year at Hargraves Military Prep.

Personal: Cliatt is the son of Alonzo and Janet Cliatt. He plans to major in communications while at NMSU.