DJ McKinney joins Notre Dame defense, eager to compete
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 8:01 AM
Last updated Aug 10, 2026
Cornerback DJ McKinney has transferred to Notre Dame for his fifth season in college football. Despite having extensive playing experience, McKinney is committed to earning his position among a talented defensive group. He has already engaged with the team's defensive meetings and playbook since his arrival this summer.
- •DJ McKinney previously played at Oklahoma State and Colorado.
- •He aims to prove himself in a competitive cornerback group.
- •McKinney began training and studying the playbook this summer.
- •Notre Dame's co-defensive coordinator praises McKinney's skills.
- •McKinney's approach emphasizes continuous learning and improvement.
- 8:01 AMYahoo Sports — This old new guy on the Notre Dame football defense already gets it
"Cornerback DJ McKinney sought something different from his third school in his five-year collegiate career. He believes he's found it at Notre Dame.
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