Southern Miss DL Jaden McKinney brings sturdy size and disruptive upside
McKinney is a 6-foot-3, 300-pound defensive lineman whose value comes from a powerful frame, solid leverage, and a proven ability to contribute in the run game and on special teams; in 2024 at Austin Peay, he appeared in nine games, recorded 7 tackles, 1.5 tackles for loss, 0.5 sacks, and a blocked kick, and EA’s ratings point to above-average strength, toughness, and block-shedding for a rotation interior lineman. He looks like a dependable fit for a team needing physical depth, effort, and snap-to-snap steadiness more than pure pass-rush flash.
