John McClellan brings size, production, and two-way toughness to Utah State’s linebacker room
John McClellan is a 6-2/6-3, 215-pound freshman linebacker for Utah State who arrives with a productive high-school résumé and a physical, high-motor profile that stands out beyond the raw rankings. In his senior season, he reportedly piled up 138 tackles, 5 tackles for loss, 3 sacks, 1 interception, 1 fumble recovery, and even contributed on offense, which hints at a rugged, competitive player who loves contact and doesn’t shy from doing extra work. He was rated a three-star prospect and ranked around the middle tier nationally at linebacker, making him a solid developmental fit for a program that values toughness and versatility.
