Mac McCain III

Franklin "Mac" McCain III (born February 6, 1998) is an American professional football cornerback for the BC Lions of the Canadian Football League (CFL). He played college football for North Carolina A&T and was signed as an undrafted free agent by the Denver Broncos in .

Early life and education Franklin "Mac" McCain III was born on February 6, 1998, in Greensboro, North Carolina. He attended James B. Dudley High School, compiling 96 tackles in his final two seasons, and earning all-area honorable mention honors as a senior. He earned a scholarship offer from North Carolina A&T in 2017.

Denver Broncos After going unselected in the 2021 NFL draft, McCain III was signed as an undrafted free agent by the Denver Broncos. He was released on August 31 as part of final roster cuts and subsequently signed to the practice squad.

Philadelphia Eagles (first stint) On September 7, 2021, McCain III was signed by the Philadelphia Eagles off the Broncos practice squad. He made his NFL debut in week three, playing 13 special teams snaps in the 21–41 loss at the Dallas Cowboys. He was released on November 9.

Denver Broncos (second stint) On November 10, 2021, McCain III was claimed off waivers by the Denver Broncos. He was waived on November 23.

Philadelphia Eagles (second stint) On November 24, 2021, the Eagles claimed McCain III off of waivers. He was waived on December 8. He was re-signed to the practice squad on December 13. McCain III signed a reserve/future contract with the Eagles on January 18, 2022.

On August 30, 2022, McCain III was waived by the Eagles as part of final roster cuts and re-signed to the practice squad. He was released from the practice squad on November 17, then re-signed a week later.

Detroit Lions On February 23, 2023, McCain III signed with the Detroit Lions. He was released on May 10.

Carolina Panthers On August 4, 2023, McCain III signed with the Carolina Panthers. He was waived on August 29 as part of final roster cuts.

San Antonio Brahmas On January 22, 2024, McCain III signed with the San Antonio Brahmas of the United Football League (UFL). He was released on March 10.

New Orleans Saints On June 20, 2024, McCain III signed with the New Orleans Saints. He was waived on August 27 as part of final roster cuts.

St. Louis Battlehawks McCain III signed with the St. Louis Battlehawks of the UFL on June 3, 2025. He was released on March 19, 2026.

BC Lions On August 28, 2026, McCain III signed with the BC Lions of the Canadian Football League (CFL), joining their practice roster.

Personal life McCain III is the grandson of civil rights activist Franklin McCain III.