Tall, Local Sophomore DB Poised for Southern Miss Breakout
At 6-3, 185 lbs, Cannon McClain stands out as a lengthy sophomore defensive back from Hattiesburg, MS—right in Southern Miss' backyard—bringing ideal size for contested catches and physicality in the Sun Belt[1][6]. After special teams action at Delta State in 2024 and minimal offensive stats in 2025, he's primed for a bigger role on the 2026 roster with no reported injuries, offering scheme versatility as a corner or safety[3][6]. Care about him for his untapped upside and local intensity; he's a low-risk, high-reward fit for teams needing tall, athletic DBs to develop.
