#33
JD McKinley
Returning to California for 2026
Corona, CA → Centennial HS
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Limited signal — not enough coverage for a story yet.
Career Arc
HS
Recruit
★★★
CFB
College
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NFL
NFL Draft
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Splits & context
Supporting Cast · Scheme
Staff and system around the player
Head Coach
Tosh Lupoi
How he plays
2026 Outlook
California
2026 Depth chart
Projected starter
Linebacker · California
Returning around him
- 1 California player drafted to NFL
- Transfer portal: -4 net (32 in / 36 out)
2026 Award watch
No preseason watch lists yet (most drop June 15 – July 15)
California · Last season: 7-6 · Talent rank #36 · 2026 recruiting class #56
Background
Prep (Centennial HS) Played at Centennial High School -- Class of 2026. A versatile defensive player who primarily played a linebacker/edge rusher position in his prep years. Totaled 89 tackles, including 11.0 sacks, and one interception in addition to 11 QB hurries as a senior at Centennial HS,...
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