Notre Dame football will be without defensive back DJ McKinney for an extended period due to an ankle injury, the program announced. The injury sidelines a key contributor in the Fighting Irish secondary as they navigate the 2026 season.
McKinney has been a regular presence in Notre Dame's defensive backfield. The timeline for his return remains unspecified beyond the "extended period" designation, leaving the coaching staff to adjust their defensive schemes in his absence.
The Fighting Irish continue their season with McKinney unavailable, relying on depth at the defensive back position to fill the void.
