Kayden McDonald is a true nose tackle, with the size and the stats to back up the argument that he could be a starter at the next level. His breakout 2025 season was filled with goodies: 10 pressures, 2 sacks, 31 tackles, 24 run stops, and even 2 forced fumbles. He’s not overly fast, but let’s be honest: It’s a nose tackle… don’t expect a 40 time in the 4’s! If there is a team that has needs at stopping the run, McDonald is your guy.
I anticipate Kayden to get drafted in round 1 or round 2 at the latest in the 2026 NFL Draft.
