DJ McKinney Shocks College Football, Decommits from Sam Houston to Join Pittsburgh Steelers
DJ McKinney Shocks College Football, Decommits from Sam Houston to Join Pittsburgh Steelers
In a stunning turn of events, highly touted defensive back DJ McKinney has decommitted from the Sam Houston Bearkats and flipped his commitment to the Pittsburgh Steelers. The move comes as a surprise, as McKinney was expected to play a key role in Sam Houston’s secondary.
McKinney, a standout recruit known for his speed and ball-hawking ability, originally committed to Sam Houston with hopes of making an immediate impact at the FCS level. However, after recent conversations with NFL scouts and an unexpected opportunity, he made the bold decision to take his talents to the professional level.
“First off, I want to thank the coaching staff at Sam Houston for believing in me and giving me a chance,” McKinney said in a statement. “But after much thought and prayer, I have decided to decommit and take the next step in my football journey with the Pittsburgh Steelers.”
The Steelers, known for their hard-nosed defense and history of developing elite defensive backs, reportedly saw immense potential in McKinney and offered him a direct path to their organization. While it is rare for a player to flip from a college program to the NFL without playing a snap at the collegiate level, McKinney’s talent and work ethic made him an exception.
“We are excited to welcome DJ McKinney to the Steelers,” said Pittsburgh’s head coach. “He’s a gifted athlete with a bright future, and we believe he can contribute to our team immediately.”
McKinney’s unconventional path to the pros will be closely watched, as he transitions from a highly rated recruit to an NFL player overnight. His decision marks one of the most unprecedented flips in recent football history.
