The #1 Junior Cornerback In New Jersey: Jaylen McClain

Jaylen McClain is a 4 Star recruit who plays Cornerback at Seton Hall Prep. McClain is ranked as the 218th best recruit in the class of 2024 and is ranked as a top 25 Cornerback in the class as well. In addition, McClain is listed as the #4 recruit in the state of New Jersey and is listed as the #1 Cornerback in the state of New Jersey. His top offers are Georgia, Texas A&M, and Oregon.

Who are some role models in your life?

A role model in my life is my mom because she works hard and I want to make sure she doesn’t have to work again.

What artists do you listen to pregame, to get you hyped up?

I listen to NBA Youngboy, Lil Uzi, and Lil Baby pregame.

What are the strengths of your game?

Some strengths of my game are my speed, IQ, and tackling ability.

What is your favorite memory of your career?

My favorite memories of my career are winning the Pop Warner Super Bowl in middle school, and then in high school when I caught my first interception.

Who is the best player you have ever played with or played against in your career?

The best player I’ve ever played with is Nick Dunneman, who was a senior last year at my school. He was really hard to guard.

What is some advice you would give to an aspiring D1 athlete?

Some advice to aspiring D1 athletes is to stay humble, outwork everyone, and keep your grades up.

If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be?

Dubai is a place I would want to go.

How old were you when you fell in love with the game?

When I was 5 years old, I fell in love with football.

If you could meet one sports hero, who would it be?

Deion Sanders

What is your favorite sports moment, as a fan?

I’m not a Vikings fan, but watching Stefon Diggs catch the game winning touchdown in the playoffs vs the Saints was really exciting.