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Ohio State safety Jaylen McClain makes Wuerffel Trophy watch list

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Last updated Aug 17, 2026

Ohio State safety Jaylen McClain makes Wuerffel Trophy watch list

Summary

Ohio State defensive back Jaylen McClain has been named to the 2026 Allstate Wuerffel Trophy preseason watch list. The trophy recognizes college football players who excel in community service alongside athletic and academic achievement. McClain, entering his junior season, was an All-Big Ten selection last year and is expected to play a significant role in the team's defense this fall., he founded the Everyday Legends Foundation to empower youth and recently hosted a youth football camp. The Wuerffel Trophy will be awarded during ESPN's Home Depot College Football Awards show on December 11.

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By the Numbers

•Jaylen McClain is a junior safety at Ohio State.
•He was an All-Big Ten selection last season.
•McClain established the Everyday Legends Foundation.
•He hosted the Jaylen McClain Youth Football Camp this summer.
•The Wuerffel Trophy will be awarded on December 11.

Latest Updates

2:58 AMYahoo Sports — Ohio State defensive back named to Thorpe 2026 preseason watch list
1:52 AMYahoo Sports — Ohio State defensive back makes Allstate Wuerffel Trophy watch list

What they're saying

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The Paycom Jim Thorpe 2026 preseason watch list was unveiled last week and an Ohio State defensive back was one of the names that made the cut.
— Yahoo Sports