Kenealy served notice that he was a prospect of note with his performance as a junior in 2025. In what was a difficult year for Jefferson, he helped provide hope that brighter days were ahead for the Yellow Jackets. Kenealy paced them with 51.0 tackles with 43 of the stops being of the solo variety. He registered 4.5 tackles for loss and forced a fumble. Kenealy contributed on offense with 59 yards and a touchdown on the ground and four receptions for 35 yards. The 11th-grade highlight video reveals a prospect committed to playing assignment football and a knack for taking care of his responsibilities. Kenealy quickly identifies the opponent’s intentions each snap, which helps him play fast. He delivers form tackles in coming up against the run and can stick with receivers in coverage.

Kenealy enjoyed a breakout campaign in 2025. The junior led the Yellow Jackets with 51.0 tackles. Forty three of those stops were solo, and he posted 4.5 tackles for loss and forced a fumble. Kenealy chipped in on offense with 59 yards and a touchdown on the ground and four receptions for 35 yards. His 11th-grade highlight video features a defender on the second level that plays disciplined football and operates within the framework of the defense. He diagnoses plays quickly and flies to the football when it’s time to go. Kenealy is a technically sound tackler with the speed and athleticism to be effective in coverage.