Ohio State defensive tackle Kayden McDonald has declared for the 2026 NFL Draft, announcing his decision on social media. As a four-star recruit and the 290th player in his class, McDonald earned Unanimous All-American honors in 2025 and was named Big Ten Defensive Lineman of the Year. Throughout his college career, he played 34 games, recording 85 tackles, 11 tackles for loss, and 3 sacks. McDonald is projected to be among the top defensive tackles and a potential first-round pick.
