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Kenyon McClain

Defensive Back

2026 Class

6'0" Height

165 Weight

St. Joseph Regional School

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About Kenyon

Kenyon McClain is a 6'0" Defensive Back in the 2026 class. McClain attends St. Joseph Regional in New Jersey. McClain's Player Profile was created on August 2, 2023. Subscribe to Prep Redzone to see where Kenyon McClain is ranked and what our scouts have written about them.

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Earnest Daniels

Prep Redzone Lead Scout

K.J. McClain from St. Joe’s Regional is the latest in the McClain lineage to commit to Power 4 football. His brother Jaylen stars at Ohio State, and now K.J. is headed to Tennessee. At 6-foot, 180 pounds, K.J. brings physicality, instincts, and toughness to the secondary. He’s a sure tackler with a nose for the ball. Tennessee gets a defensive back who’s ready to compete in the SEC from day one.

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— 𝓚𝓙 𝓜𝓬𝓒𝓵𝓪𝓲𝓷♛ (@KJMcClain12) June 12, 2025

11 months ago

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Earnest Daniels

Prep Redzone Lead Scout

Kenyon McClain Kenyon McClain 6'0" | 165 lbs | DB St. Joseph Regional | 2026 State NJ earns the Best Tackler superlative. The St. Joe’s Regional defensive back has been a physical presence since his freshman season, consistently showing elite tackling ability at all field levels.

Whether he’s fighting through blocks in the box, closing gaps in run support, or making one-on-one tackles in space, McClain gets the job done. His instincts shine when diagnosing screens, triggering downhill, and delivering clean, decisive stops.

McClain is a high-level safety prospect and holds offers from Tenesee, Rutgers, and Penn State. Expect his stock to rise even further as his game continues to develop.

1 year ago

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Jonathan Davalos

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Currently the 2nd ranked DB in the state, KJ McClain is ready to climb up the rankings and take the top spot by the time the season begins. With the size to be an elite safety, KJ was able to blow up outside runs better than anyone in his class this past season. Making 75 tackles in 2023, KJ is a textbook tackler that shines especially in the open field. Fancy footwork does nothing to KJ, as he stays composed and brings the ball carrier to the ground swiftly. With some of the best footwork you will find in the secondary, I wouldn’t be the least bit surprised if KJ tallied over 100 tackles by the end of next fall.

2 years ago

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Earnest Daniels

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KJ McClain, emerging from Seton Hall Prep, is poised to follow in the footsteps of his football lineage, with his brother, Jaylen McClain Jaylen McClain 6'0" | 175 lbs | DB Seton Hall | 2024 State NJ , already making waves as an Ohio State commit. However, KJ possesses a unique set of skills that set him apart, particularly in his performance in space. What distinguishes him is his exceptional coverage ability, especially in deep zones. Whether patrolling the deep half or deep quarters of the field, KJ demonstrates a keen understanding of positioning and route anticipation.Moreover, it’s his agility and explosiveness that truly elevate his game. When reacting to plays, KJ exhibits remarkable burst, quickly closing the gap between himself and the ball carrier. Despite his towering stature, he maintains superb pad level, allowing him to generate power and leverage when making tackles. This combination of speed, anticipation, and technique makes him a reliable and effective defender in open space scenarios.Furthermore, KJ’s versatility adds another layer to his skill set. He’s equally comfortable playing in the box, where his physicality and tackling prowess shine, as he is patrolling the back end, providing coverage support. This adaptability makes him a valuable asset to any defensive scheme, capable of fulfilling multiple roles depending on the team’s needs.As a result of his standout performances, KJ has already attracted attention from top-tier collegiate programs, including Penn State and Boston College. With his promising skill set and potential, KJ McClain is poised to make a significant impact on the gridiron at the next level.

2 years ago

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Jonathan Davalos

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The second safety on this list but arguably the most talented in the state, Kenyon “KJ” McClain may be the next great DB to come out of Seton Hall Prep. KJ is truly playing at another level that most can’t come close to. A flawless tackler, KJ was impressive in his ability to get low and bring the runner down to the ground swiftly. A safety that can fly upfield and cover sideline to sideline, KJ will be gaining national attention soon as he has already garnished offers from the top programs in the region.

2 years ago