Takkarist McKinley

About

Defensive end selected by the Atlanta Falcons in the 1st round of the 2017 NFL Draft who played his college ball at UCLA.

Before Fame

In addition to playing football, he also ran track at Kennedy High School.

Trivia

He gave a memorable, profane speech following being drafted that ended with him saying "fine me later." 

Family Life

He was raised by his grandmother who he honored on his draft night by holding a picture of her.

Associated With

He joined an Atlanta Falcons defense that already included fellow linebacker Vic Beasley.