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Kayden McDonald is 21 years old, born March 12, 2005. McDonald is 6 ft 3 in (191 cm) and 326 lb (148 kg). McDonald plays defensive tackle for the Houston Texans (as of November 4, 2026). McDonald's 2026 salary is $6,730,272, under a contract through 2029. McDonald was drafted by the Houston Texans in 2026, round 2, pick 36, out of Ohio State.
Kayden McDonald at a glance
- Age21 born March 12, 2005
- Height6 ft 3 in 191 cm
- Weight326 lb 148 kg
- CollegeOhio State
- 2026 salary$6.7 million contract through 2029
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Kayden McDonald stats, last 3 games
| Date | Opponent | Result | Tackles | Sacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 25 | vs Giants | L 21–27 | 2 | 0 |
| Oct 18 | at Jaguars | W 34–31 | 1 | 0 |
| Oct 11 | at Titans | W 26–3 | 2 | 0 |
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Contract
Kayden McDonald contract
- 2026 salary$6.7 million
- Signed through2029
- WithHouston Texans
Salary by season
| Season | Base salary |
|---|---|
| 2026 | $6.7 million |
Career
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Kayden McDonald is on the Houston Texans, coached by DeMeco Ryans.
- BornMarch 12, 2005, Suwanee, GA, USA
- Height6 ft 3 in (191 cm)
- Weight326 lb (148 kg)
- Draft2026, round 2, pick 36
- Drafted byHouston Texans
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