Career History of Terrell McClain

Name: Terrell McClain
Date of Birth: July 20, 1988
Position: Defensive Lineman (DL)
College: University of South Florida

Professional Career

• Carolina Panthers (2011): McClain was selected in the third round of the 2011 NFL Draft by the Carolina Panthers. He played in 11 games during his rookie season.
• New England Patriots (2012): After his stint with the Panthers, McClain signed with the New England Patriots but was eventually released during the preseason.
• Houston Texans (2012): McClain joined the Texans practice squad for a short time but did not see game action.
• Dallas Cowboys (2013-2014): McClain found a more stable role with the Cowboys, where he played in 22 games over two seasons, contributing as a rotational defensive lineman.
• Washington Redskins (2015): McClain signed with the Redskins, appearing in 10 games and making notable contributions to the defensive line.
• Atlanta Falcons (2016): He spent time with the Falcons, adding depth to their defensive line and contributing to their Super Bowl run that season.
• Oakland Raiders (2018-2019): McClain finished his NFL career with the Raiders, where he played in 10 games in 2018 and continued to provide experience and leadership to the defensive unit.

Highlights and Accomplishments

• Drafted in the 3rd round (65th overall) of the 2011 NFL Draft by the Carolina Panthers.
• Played a total of 7 seasons in the NFL, contributing to various teams as a defensive lineman.
• Known for his versatility on the defensive line, playing both defensive tackle and defensive end positions.
• Contributed to playoff teams, including the Atlanta Falcons during their Super Bowl LI appearance.

Terrell McClain had a diverse NFL career spanning 7 teams over 8 seasons. Known for his versatility and ability to contribute as a rotational player on the defensive line, he played a significant role in various team's defenses and experienced playoff contention.