By Darin Hayes September 20, 1973 – Ronald McKinnon was a linebacker from the University of North Alabama from 1992 through the 1995 seasons.
The three-time consensus First Team All-American helped lead the North Alabama Lions to 3 consecutive NCAA Division II National Championships! Ronald is the only defensive player in the history of the award to have won the Harlon Hill Trophy.
Ronald McKinnon went on to have a fruitful NFL pro career after college, starting for the Arizona Cardinals for 9 seasons and then playing a final year with the New Orleans Saints. Mr. McKinnon was a volunteer in his football community, too, as he provided his service and conducted many youth football clinics in both Arizona and Alabama. The National Football Foundation placed Ronald McKinnon into their College Football Hall of Fame in 2008.