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Stefan McClure
SMU Mustangs
Position: Cornerbacks coach
Personal information
Born: (1993-01-31) January 31, 1993 (age 32)
Vista, California, U.S.
Height: 5 ft 11 in (1.80 m)
Weight: 205 lb (93 kg)
Career information
High school: Vista
College: California
Undrafted: 2016
Career history
As player:
As coach:
  • SMU (2019–2020)
    Graduate assistant
  • SMU (2021–present)
    Cornerbacks coach
Career NFL statistics
Total tackles: 3

Stefan Arnaz McClure (born January 31, 1993) is an American football coach. He used to play as a strong safety in the NFL. Currently, he coaches the cornerbacks at Southern Methodist University (SMU). Stefan played college football at the University of California, Berkeley. He later joined the Indianapolis Colts in 2016.

Playing in the NFL

Stefan McClure started his professional football journey in 2016. He joined the NFL after playing college football. He played for several teams during his career.

Indianapolis Colts

Stefan signed with the Indianapolis Colts in 2016. He was not chosen in the main 2016 NFL draft. This means he joined the team as an undrafted free agent. He was later released by the team. However, the Colts signed him to their practice squad in December 2016. A practice squad is where players train with the team but are not on the main roster. He signed a new contract with them in 2017 but was released again.

Washington Redskins

In August 2017, Stefan joined the Washington Redskins. Even though he joined late, he played well in the preseason. He earned a spot on the team's main roster. He played in seven games, mostly on special teams. Special teams are units used for kicking plays like kickoffs and punts. Stefan got a hamstring injury in Week 8. He was then placed on injured reserve. This means he couldn't play due to his injury. He was later released from the team.

Detroit Lions

Stefan was signed to the Detroit Lions' practice squad in November 2017. He stayed with the team for a short time. He was released from their practice squad in December 2017.

Oakland Raiders

In December 2017, Stefan joined the Oakland Raiders. He was signed to their practice squad. This was another short stop in his playing career.

Detroit Lions (second time)

Stefan signed another contract with the Lions in January 2018. This was a reserve/future contract. It meant he would join the team for the next season. However, he was later released due to an injury.

Becoming a Coach

After his playing career, Stefan McClure moved into coaching. He wanted to share his knowledge of the game.

Coaching at SMU

Stefan started his coaching career at SMU in 2019. He worked as a defensive graduate assistant. This role helps coaches learn the ropes. He worked under his former head coach, Sonny Dykes. In March 2021, Stefan got a promotion. He became the team's cornerbacks coach. He now helps train the defensive players who cover wide receivers.

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