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Kayden McDonald returning for Day 2 of NFL Draft after Round 1 snub
TL;DR
Defensive tackle Kayden McDonald will return for Day 2 of the NFL Draft after not being selected in Round 1. He had hoped to be a first-round pick alongside his Ohio State teammates.
Key points
- Kayden McDonald is a defensive tackle from Ohio State.
- He was not selected in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft.
- Four of his Ohio State teammates were chosen in the top 11 picks.
- McDonald accepted an invitation to attend the draft in Pittsburgh.
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Defensive tackle Kayden McDonald planned to join his Ohio State teammates as a first-round pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.
With four Buckeyes chosen in the first 11 picks of Thursday’s draft, McDonald figured there would be a place for him toward the end of the opening round.
McDonald accepted an invitation to attend the draft in Pittsburgh alongside 16 other first-round hopefuls.
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Unfortunately, McDonald did not hear his name called. Initially, he and his family planned to leave Pittsburgh and await his expected selection on Friday in Round 2.
That’s when NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell stepped in. According to ESPN NFL reporter Adam Schefter, Goodell invited McDonald “back tonight so he could give him a hug on the stage once he is picked.” McDonald and his family agreed, extending the stay another day.
Ohio State tied an NFL draft record with four players picked in the first 11 selections. Carnell Tate (fourth, Tennessee Titans), Arvell Reese (fifth, New York Giants); Sonny Styles (seventh, Washington Commanders) and (11th, ) all went early.
Q&A
Why was Kayden McDonald not selected in the first round of the NFL Draft?
Kayden McDonald was not selected in the first round despite expectations, as four of his Ohio State teammates were chosen in the top 11 picks.
Where is the NFL Draft taking place this year?
The NFL Draft is taking place in Pittsburgh this year.
What are Kayden McDonald's prospects for Day 2 of the NFL Draft?
Kayden McDonald will participate in Day 2 of the NFL Draft, where he hopes to be selected after his Round 1 snub.