Kayden McDonald

Drafted 36th overall in the 2nd round of the 2026 draft, Kayden McDonald arrived from Ohio State. Now with HOU, he's in his 1st NFL season.

Size

6'3", 326#

College

Ohio State

Draft

Rd 2, 36th overall (2026)

Seasons

2026–2026

2026 ScoutIndex Rating · DEF

33.7

9th percentile among DEFs · limited sample

2 games

Splash plays×0.15-0.34

Pass rush×0.3-0.59

Ball skills×0.25-0.61

Run defense×0.2-0.87

Availability×0.1-1.28

Season	Tm	SI	G	Pass yds	Pass TD	Rush yds	Rush TD	Rec	Rec yds	Rec TD
2026	HOU	33.7	2

Across 1 NFL season on file, Kayden McDonald has played in 2 regular-season games, all with HOU.

regular season

Wk	Opp	Line	Score
Week 5	TEN	—	40.1
Week 6	JAX	—	39.6

What position does Kayden McDonald play?: Kayden McDonald is listed as a DT.
Which teams has Kayden McDonald played for?: In the seasons on file (1999 onward), Kayden McDonald has played for HOU (2026).
Where did Kayden McDonald go to college?: Kayden McDonald played college football at Ohio State.
When was Kayden McDonald drafted?: Kayden McDonald was selected in round 2, 36th overall, of the 2026 NFL Draft.
How many touchdowns has Kayden McDonald scored?: Kayden McDonald has no rushing, receiving or passing touchdowns in the regular-season games on file.
What is Kayden McDonald's ScoutIndex Rating?: Kayden McDonald rated 33.7 for 2026, the 9th percentile among DEFs (provisional or limited sample). Ratings run 0–99; about 60 is a league-average qualified starter.

Top teammates, last season on file

Drafted in round 2, 2026

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