McClain previously played for the South Florida Bulls, the UCF Knights and the Arkansas State Red Wolves.

[2] In his first career start in week 3 of the 2021 season, McClain completed 12 of 23 passes for 163 yards and a touchdown in a win over Florida A&M.

[5] After losing the starting quarterback spot to Gerry Bohanon for the 2022 season, he entered the NCAA transfer portal.

[12] Trailing 28–3 in the second half of week 3 against Michigan, McClain made his Red Wolves debut when he relieved Raynor.

[13] He relieved Raynor once again the following week against Iowa State and threw his third touchdown of the season for the Red Wolves only score of the game.