Texans select Kayden McDonald with No. 36 pick in 2026 draft

The Houston Texans select Ohio State Buckeyes defensive tackle Kayden McDonald in Round 2 of the 2026 NFL Draft with the No. 36 overall pick (via a trade with the Las Vegas Raiders).

Michigan Wolverines tight end Marlin Klein runs the 40-yard dash at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine.

Watch the full on-field workout from Ohio State Buckeyes defensive tackle Kayden McDonald at the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine. Houston selected McDonald No. 36 in the 2026 NFL Draft.

The Houston Texans select Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets offensive guard Keylan Rutledge in Round 1 of the 2026 NFL Draft with the No. 26 overall pick (via a trade with the Buffalo Bills).

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