

Jaylen McClain
Ohio State Overview • Jaylen played in 15 games for the 2024 CFP national champions and he is among the leaders for additional playing time and starting roles in the secondary in 2025 • He totalled 15 tackles, including one tackle-for-loss • He also had one pass break-up in 2024 • He played 110 snaps on defense as a true freshman and was also a valuable player on special teams with 213 special teams plays • He is an OSU Scholar-Athlete who is majoring in sport industry Honors & Awards 2023: OSU Scholar-Athlete More on Jaylen • Jaylen was a part of the 2024 Ohio State recruiting class • He enrolled in classes in January 2024 • Jaylen was one of the top players in the state of New Jersey, checking in at No. 3 by On3 with a four-star designation • Totaled 126 tackles with three fumble recoveries, one blocked punt and one blocked field goal to earn first team all-conference and all-state honors in 2023 • Had 83 tackles and an interception during his junior season in 2022 • Also played wide receiver for Seton Hall Prep and was a member of the track and field team • Parents are Syreeta and Maurice McClain
- SignedUnknown · Sep 30, 2026Jaylen McClain (DB) signed with an agency
- EnrolledJaylen McClain (DB) enrolled at The Ohio State University · from the season record
| YR | SCHOOL | GP | GS | DEF SNAPS | PROD | PBU | PDEF | INT | TACK | SOLO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | The Ohio State University | 9 | 9 | 486 | Elite | 0 | 4 | 2 | 41 | 21 |
| 2025 | The Ohio State University | 13 | 13 | 542 | High | 3 | 3 | 0 | 53 | 42 |
| 2024 | The Ohio State University | 15 | 1 | 11 | Med. | 1 | 1 | 0 | 15 | 8 |
| Career | 37 | 23 | 1,039 | High | 4 | 8 | 2 | 109 | 71 |
Profile last updated Nov 8, 2026









