A tackling machine last season for the Stephenson Jaguars, Mckenzie has a nose for the football and the ability to chase down the ball-carrier both in the trenches and on the perimeter. He’s a physical defender who has no problem delivering a sound hit and will occasionally force the football loose. He takes great angles against the run and it led to an impressive 94 tackles and two forced fumbles. In coverage, the playmaking safety made one INT and broke up 10 more passes. He’s now ranked as the No. 60 DB prospect in the state for the 2026 class.

A tackling machine in the secondary, McKenzie is a quick-reacting defender with a versatile skill-set in the secondary. Whether he’s lined up at safety or cornerback, McKenzie was always looking to make a big play. He’s a sound run defender who knows how to deliver a sound hit behind his pads. He brings plenty of speed and physicality which led to him making an eye-opening 94 tackles to go along with who forced fumbles. He picked off one pass in coverage and broke up 10 more passes.

An impressive defensive back flying under the radar in metro-Atlanta, this lean, athletic safety had no problem making big tackles throughout the 2024 season. A hard-hitting defender who can also make plays in coverage, McKenzie made 97 tackles last season while breaking up 10 passes and forcing two fumbles. He’s an active defensive back with strong instincts who should be even better during his final season in 2025.