Notre Dame cornerback DJ McKinney highlighted in player rankings
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 4:10 AM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
DJ McKinney, ranked as the second-best player on Notre Dame's football team, joined the team with enthusiasm. McKinney, formerly of Colorado, excelled alongside star corner Travis Hunter and ranks highly in man coverage. His skill set is expected to strengthen Notre Dame's nickel defense, potentially benefiting teammate Christian Gray. The offseason evaluations of Notre Dame players continue as summer approaches.
- •DJ McKinney transferred to Notre Dame after playing at Colorado.
- •He ranks in the top 10 for man coverage percentage over the last two years.
- •McKinney played opposite Travis Hunter, gaining valuable experience.
- •His presence allows Christian Gray to potentially transition to nickel back.
- •The evaluation of Notre Dame players continues this summer.
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