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D.J. McKinney Scouting Report
D.J. McKinney is a 6' 1", 190 CB at Notre Dame Fighting Irish (RSR). As of Sep 11, 2026, he ranks No. 156 on Teamistry's 2027 board, built from 4 draft boards.
- Position
- CB
- School
- Notre Dame Fighting Irish
- Class
- RSR
- Height
- 6' 1"
- Weight
- 190
- Status
- Active
Notre Dame Fighting IrishStats just now
Total Tackles
7
Solo Tackles
4
Assists
3
Sacks
0
Forced Fumbles
0
Interceptions
1
Passes Defended
2
Career path
High school through every college stop and pro club. On3 transfer history and Wikipedia infobox, with JUCO logos when the school is on file.
HS offer board
Every school on this player's On3 interest list from the high-school cycle — including classes already enrolled. 247Sports lists the same schools; On3 is the live source.
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Defense
| Season | TOT | SOLO | AST | PD | SACK | FF | INT | YDS | TD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | 38 | 24 | 14 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | 61 | 43 | 18 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 41 | 1 |
| 2025 | 34 | 27 | 7 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 | 7 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 55 | 1 |
| Career | 142 | 99 | 43 | 20 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 96 | 2 |
Scoring
| Season | PASS | RUSH | REC | RET | TD | 2PT | PAT | FG | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Career | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
News
- John Calipari takes questions on development of young Razorbacks
Calipari takes the podium at SEC Tipoff '27 to break down how Arkansas has put in the work to improve over the offseason and what to expect from talented youngsters.
- Kiper: Jeremiah Smith is best player in 2027 draft 'by a wide margin'
Kiper: Jeremiah Smith is best player in 2027 draft 'by a wide margin'
- Thamel to McAfee: Expectation remains that CFP will expand to 24 teams
Thamel to McAfee: Expectation remains that CFP will expand to 24 teams
- Illinois QB Katin Houser out 4-6 weeks after hand procedure
Illinois starting QB Katin Houser will miss four to six weeks after undergoing a procedure on his throwing hand, coach Bret Bielema announced Wednesday.
- Michigan judge rules 2 Wolverines eligible for this season
A judge granted a temporary restraining order for Michigan tight end Alex Bauman and defensive back Jeremiah Earby, who are hoping to join the team for their fifth season.
- Sources: Florida QB Philo questionable, WR Brown could return
Florida quarterback Aaron Philo will be listed as questionable in the initial SEC availability report on Wednesday, sources told ESPN's Pete Thamel.
Recruiting history
- Notre Dame, Current school
- Oklahoma State Cowboys, 2022, 2023, Season log
- Colorado Buffaloes, 2024, 2025, Season log
- Notre Dame Fighting Irish, 2026, Season log
Similar prospects
- Christian Gray · CB · Notre Dame
- Kayin Lee · CB · Tennessee
- Elijah Green · CB · Tulsa
- Eli Bowen · CB · Oklahoma
- Zeke Berry · CB · Michigan
FAQ
Where is D.J. McKinney ranked for the 2027 NFL Draft?
No. 156 on the Teamistry consensus board, built from 4 draft boards.
What position does D.J. McKinney play?
CB