Ohio State DT Kayden McDonald Accepts NFL Draft Invitation

Ohio State defensive tackle Kayden McDonald has accepted an invitation to the 2026 NFL Draft from NFL Executive VP Troy Vincent. McDonald confirmed the news on PFT Live, noting the invitation typically targets players expected to go in the first round.

At 6-foot-3 and 326 pounds, McDonald won the Big Ten's Defensive Lineman of the Year award last season. He is expected to hear his name called in Pittsburgh on Thursday, April 23, the first night of the draft.