Stefan Arnaz McClure (born January 31, 1993) is an

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coach and former

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who is currently the corner backs coach at

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(SMU). He played

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at the

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, and signed with the

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as an

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in 2016.

Professional career

Indianapolis Colts

McClure signed with the

as an

after not being selected in the

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on May 2, 2016. He was waived on September 3, 2016 for final roster cuts. The Colts signed McClure to their

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on December 7, 2016. On January 2, 2017, McClure signed a

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with the team, but was waived on May 1, 2017.

Washington Redskins

On August 3, 2017, McClure signed with the

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. Despite being a late addition in the offseason, he had a strong preseason and made the final roster. He played in seven games, primarily on special teams, before suffering a hamstring injury in Week 8. He was placed on injured reserve on November 1, 2017. He was released with an injury settlement on November 8, 2017.

Detroit Lions

On November 27, 2017, McClure was signed to the

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' practice squad. He was released on December 5, 2017.

Oakland Raiders

On December 19, 2017, McClure was signed to the

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' practice squad.

Detroit Lions (second stint)

On January 2, 2018, McClure signed a reserve/future contract with the Lions. He was waived/injured on August 19, 2018 and was placed on injured reserve. He was released on August 25, 2018.

Coaching career

SMU

Stefan began coaching in

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as a defensive

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under his former head coach

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at SMU. In March of

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he was promoted to the team’s cornerbacks coach after Kevin Curtis left for Baylor.

References

External links

California Golden Bears bioIndianapolis Colts bioWashington Redskins bio
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