active Butler DB with ball-hawking upside and proven playmaking instincts
McDaniel arrives at Butler as an active freshman defensive back with a compact build (5'8", 185) and a track record of producing turnovers in high school, including 81 tackles, 3 interceptions, 3 forced fumbles, and 3 fumble recoveries in 2023-24. He stands out for versatility and disruptive instincts—Prep Redzone noted he lines up all over the defense, which is a strong sign of football IQ and adaptability. For a team looking for a physical, assignment-sound DB who can create extra possessions, he looks like a worthwhile developmental fit.
