2026 Getting to know Stone McKinnon from Dover

Name: Stone McKinnon

School/town: Dover

Positions played: OL/DL

Class: 2028

Height and Weight: 6'4", 290 lbs

Jersey Number: 54

Awards won or earned: N/A

HUDL LINK: https://www.hudl.com/profile/23161781/Stone-McKinnon

Other sports played: Golf

Please post something from last season that sticks out to you. It can be from a game, practice, or something funny on the bus ride to or from the game—any moment that sticks out to you.

Beating our rival across the river.

Would you let the readers know some of the camps you have attended, along with some of the things you have learned at them?

Lineman Lab Football Camp, West Liberty's camp: Give max effort at all times; you don’t know who’s watching.

Can you explain to the readers what your primary job is as the nose guard?

Clog up double teams and open gaps for my linebackers.

Do you feel you are better on the offensive line or defensive line?

Offense.

Who has been the best player you have gone up against in a game, along with the team he was on?

Camden McCall

On either side of the line, what is your favorite move to use?

Raiding the hands down on O-line.

What do you believe is the strongest part of your game?

My size, not quitting.

How often are you watching game film on your own?

In season, as much as I can; off season, maybe once a week.

Which road stadium has been the toughest to play in, along with the main thing that made it so tough?

Ashland has a lot of injuries.

What are the goals you will set for your team this season?

When winning or losing, don’t let off the pedal.

Grass or turf?

Turf 100%

How important is it for the team to not only get along on the field but off of it as well?

Very important, team bonding is a huge part of the game.

Can the band, fans, and cheerleaders get you pumped up during the game?

Of course, hearing the band play and the crowd roar as we come on the field is a feeling like no other.

What is your favorite home-cooked meal?

Taco night

Who is your favorite athlete?

Trent Williams

Have you watched any of the UFL games?

Yes



 


 

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