Brandon Finney

Bio

Height 6'2"
Weight 185 lbs
Hometown Owings Mills, MD
High School McDonogh School
Rating ⭐⭐⭐⭐

Recruiting

⭐⭐⭐⭐ Class of 2025
#40 National
0.9799 Rating

Scouting Report

A+
98 / 100 Ceiling 98 • Floor 90
year 1 contributor NFL Rd 3

Brandon Finney is a 4-star Cornerback from Owings Mills, MD (McDonogh School) in the 2025 class. Ranked No. 40 nationally. Composite rating: 0.9799. Uncommitted.

Physical Profile

Listed at 6-2, 185 lbs. Taller than 77% and heavier than 70% of 2025 Cornerback prospects in the SEC Scouts database (134 with a listed size).

Play Style

Based on his elite ranking from a premier Maryland prep program, likely displays the combination of athleticism, football IQ, and competitive drive that translates to immediate college impact. McDonogh School's reputation suggests he's been well-coached in fundamentals and understanding of the game.

Strengths

  • Elite national ranking (#40 overall) indicates exceptional talent level with premium physical tools and athletic ability
  • 4-star rating with 0.9799 composite suggests consistent evaluation across multiple scouting services as a high-impact prospect
  • Comes from McDonogh School program known for developing college-ready players and providing strong fundamental coaching

Areas to Improve

  • Position versatility, while potentially valuable, may indicate need to solidify role and master position-specific techniques
  • Must prove he can maintain elite production against top competition as he transitions to college level

College Projection

Should compete for immediate playing time as a freshman at any Power 5 program, with potential for multi-year starting role. His elite ranking suggests he could anchor a position group and become a foundational piece for a college program.

NFL Outlook

Elite composite rating and top-40 national ranking indicate legitimate NFL draft potential if he continues development trajectory and proves position mastery at the college level

Best Fit

Power 5 programs with strong player development track records and systems that can maximize his athletic versatility while helping him establish a primary position identity

Player Comparison

Stefon Diggs Maryland • Buffalo Bills 82% match

Similar lean but athletic 6'2" frame with elite route-running ability and exceptional football IQ from a premier prep program. Both prospects share the combination of high-level recruiting ranking, refined fundamentals from quality coaching, and the versatility to impact multiple positions at the college level.