From PROS to PAWS | ANTOINE MCCLAIN’S PATH TO ATHLETE DEVELOPMENT

Welcome to the PAADS Podcast! We hope you enjoy our conversation with Antoine McClain.  Antoine has a unique role in college athletics, working to build bridges between active collegiate athletes and former Clemson Tigers, while helping shape career development objectives. We learn more about Antoine's fascinating gig, how it relates to athlete development and why his role is crucial.  We hope you dig in!

McClain played offensive for the Tigers from 2008-11. In his college career, he played in 54 games while making 41 starts. He was signed by the Baltimore Ravens as an undrafted free agent in 2012 and spent time with the Oakland Raiders, Buffalo Bills, New Orleans Saints, Chicago Bears and Arizona Cardinals during his professional career.

McClain earned a bachelor’s degree in sociology and anthropology with a minor in athletic leadership from Clemson in 2017. He completed his Athlete Development Specialist Certification from the University of Florida in 2020.