Truman grad Blay hoping to get picked this weekend in 2026 NFL Draft

Former Harry S. Truman standout David Blay Jr is hoping to get caught in the 2026 NFL Draft.

Blay, a 6-foot-2, 292-pound defensive tackle, is projected to go in the sixth round by Pro Football Network, which would be the draft’s third and final day (Saturday). The site lists him from pick range No. 190-213.

“First and foremost, it feels like a blessing and something only God can create to be able to see the fruits of my labor paying off coming from our area,” Blay said.

BNB Football ranks Blay as the No. 42 defensive tackle this year, which the site believes would mean he isn’t drafted.

Dec 31, 2025; Arlington, TX, USA; Miami Hurricanes defensive lineman Justin Scott (5) and defensive lineman David Blay, Jr. (11) celebrates in the second quarter during the 2025 Cotton Bowl and quarterfinal game of the College Football Playoff at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Raymond Carlin III-Imagn Images

If Blay isn’t taken in the seven-round draft, he’d likely be invited to a team’s rookie camp.

Blay had a solid senior season for CFP National Championship finalist Miami, registering 28 tackles, including six in a win over rival Florida, and bolstering the ’ stellar run defense.