Get to know Lafayette (La.) Acadiana three-star defensive lineman Darryus McKinley, who signed with Ohio State on Wednesday.
Height, Weight: 6-3, 270
247Sports Composite Ranking: McKinley is the No. 601 player in the country, the No. 72 defensive lineman and the No. 20 player in Louisiana.
Commitment Date: McKinley committed to Ohio State on Nov. 26, 2025.
Other Offers: Auburn, Baylor, Colorado, Florida, Houston, Louisville, LSU, Miami (Fla.), Missouri, Oklahoma, Syracuse, TCU, Tennessee, Texas, Texas A&M, Tulane.
How He Did In High School: McKinley was most productive in his senior season with Acadiana, as the defensive end racked up 72 total tackles (49 solo), 27 tackles for loss and 9.5 sacks.
Where He Fits In 2026: McKinley, who was a late flip from LSU after head coach Brian Kelly was fired, is unlikely to see the field on defense in 2026, though could earn a role on special teams. McKinley is slotted behind the likes of likely returners Eddrick Houston, Will Smith Jr., Jarquez Carter and many others.
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