McKnight was signed to the Denver Broncos practice squad on October 23, 2019.

[2] McKnight signed a one-year deal with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers on June 15, 2021.

[6] McKnight was assigned to the Seattle Sea Dragons of the XFL on January 6, 2023.

[7] The Sea Dragons folded when the XFL and USFL merged to create the United Football League (UFL).

[8] On March 15, 2024, McKnight signed with the Rhein Fire of the European League of Football (ELF).