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Lafayette (La.) Acadiana four-star defensive lineman Darryus McKinley continues his rise as one of the top prospects in the Bayou State heading into his senior campaign.
McKinley, the younger brother of current LSU defensive lineman Dominick McKinley, is one of the top uncommitted prospects in the 2026 Recruiting Cycle.Brian Kelly and the LSU Tigers are the presumed favorites in the McKinley Sweepstakes with the opportunity to play with his older brother a critical piece.He’s narrowed his focus down to the LSU Tigers, Tennessee Volunteers, Florida Gators and Texas Longhorns.
McKinley will officially visit all four schools this summer, according to On3 Sports, before a commitment next fall.
The four-star prospect will commit to the program of his choosing on Nov. 8, he told On3 Sports this week.“The environment in LSU was very hype and was a great time over with the coaches and the other recruits,” McKinley told On3 Sports last fall. “The part I’m most excited about at LSU is playing with my brother while he is there.”
McKinley remains a priority for the Bayou Bengals with the program placing an emphasis on the defensive line moving forward in the 2026 cycle.
As it stands, the LSU Tigers hold commitments from 10 prospects in next year’s recruiting cycle.
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