Career
He was drafted by the Carolina Panthers in the fourth round of the 2000 NFL Draft. He played college football at Mississippi State. McKinley has also played for the Cleveland Browns, Denver Broncos and New Orleans Saints.
McKinley was a standout at Weir High School in Weir, Mississippi.
Carolina Panthers
McKinley was drafted in the 2000 NFL Draft by the Carolina Panthers. Cleveland Browns
McKinley joined the Cleveland Browns in 2001.
He had his best season in 2005, recording 68 tackles and five sacks. New Orleans Saints
McKinley was signed by the New Orleans Saints on September 10, 2008 after defensive tackle Hollis Thomas was placed on injured reserve.
McKinley was released on September 19 to make room for quarterback Joey Harrington.