Chris McClellan (American football)

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Chris McClellan
Missouri TigersNo. 7
Position Defensive tackle
ClassSenior
Major General Studies
Personal information
Born: (2003-10-17) October 17, 2003 (age 21)
Height6 ft 4 in (1.93 m)
Weight323 lb (147 kg)
Career history
College
High school Owasso (Owasso, Oklahoma)

Chris McClellan (born October 17, 2003) is an American football defensive tackle for the Missouri Tigers. He previously played for the Florida Gators.

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Early life and high school

McClellan attended high school at Edison Preparatory School for his first three seasons, before transferring to Owasso High School located in Owasso, Oklahoma. [1] Coming out of high school, he was rated as a four star recruit, where he held offers from schools such as Alabama, Florida, Ohio State, Oklahoma, Ohio State, Texas, and USC. [2] Ultimately, McClellan committed to play college football for the Florida Gators. [3]

College career

Florida

He finished his freshman season in 2022, playing in all 13 games, where he racked up 23 tackles with two and a half being for a loss, a sack and a half, and a fumble recovery. [4] During the 2023 season, McClellan appeared in all 13 games with one starts, where he notched 23 tackles with one going for a loss, and a half a sack. [5] After the conclusion of the 2023 season, he decided to enter his name into the NCAA transfer portal. [6]

Missouri

McClellan transferred to play for the Missouri Tigers. [7] In week four of the 2024 season, McClellan notched a career-high seven tackles in a double-overtime victory versus Vanderbilt. [8] He finished his first season with the team in 2024, appearing in all 13 games, with nine starts, totaling 39 tackles with six being for a loss, two and a half sacks, two pass deflections, and a forced fumble. [9] Heading into the 2025 season, he projects to a be a NFL draft prospect. [10]

References

  1. Jourdan, Cameron (August 27, 2021). "'It was huge, man': Chris McClellan, Owasso defense shut down Edmond Santa Fe in season opener". The Oklahoman. Retrieved August 5, 2025.
  2. Jourdan, Cameron (July 24, 2021). "The Oklahoman's Super 30: Chris McClellan looking forward to new challenge at Owasso". The Oklahoman. Retrieved August 5, 2025.
  3. Taylor, G. Allan (November 23, 2021). "No coach, no problem; Florida lands 4-star DL Chris McClellan over Oklahoma". The Athletic. Retrieved August 5, 2025.
  4. Baker, Joseph (March 22, 2023). "Chris McClellan Discusses Upcoming Season, Defensive Line and Florida Football". WRUF.com. Retrieved August 5, 2025.
  5. Embody, Billy. "SMU offers Florida transfer DL Chris McClellan". On3.com. Retrieved August 5, 2025.
  6. Carroll, Brandon. "Gators DL Chris McClellan Enters Transfer Portal". Sports Illustrated. Retrieved August 5, 2025.
  7. McAndrew, Calum (June 23, 2024). "Meet 'massive' Chris McClellan, Missouri football's potentially pivotal new defensive tackle". Columbia Daily Tribune. Retrieved August 5, 2025.
  8. Coerr, Tanner. "Laying the Foundation: How Chris McClellan's transfer to Missouri has helped change the football culture". The Maneater. Retrieved August 5, 2025.
  9. Gemes, Chase. "McClellan taking on leadership role, fostering camaraderie among Mizzou defensive tackles". Columbia Missourian. Retrieved August 5, 2025.
  10. Canelo, Michael. "Chiefs Take Defensive Tackle in 3-Round 2026 NFL Mock Draft". Sports Illustrated. Retrieved August 5, 2025.