Capaccio: Mock Draft

Key Points:

• The Buffalo Bills are projected to select Kayden McDonald, a defensive tackle from Ohio State, with the 26th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft to address their need for a strong run-stopper on the interior defensive line.
• Despite fan interest in wide receivers or edge rushers, the mock draft prioritizes McDonald due to the Bills already having multiple wide receivers selected before their pick and recent additions of edge rushers Bradley Chubb and Greg Rousseau.
• The Bills struggled significantly against the run last season, ranking 28th in rushing yards allowed per game and 30th in rushing yards per play, highlighting the need for a true run-stopper in the middle of their defense.
• McDonald is noted for his ability to take on double teams and stop the run, fitting well into the hybrid 3-4 defense under coordinator Jim Leonhard, even though he may need development as a pass rusher.
• Other defensive tackle prospects mentioned include Christen Miller, Peter Woods, Caleb Banks, and Lee Hunter, with additional potential picks at edge rusher, wide receiver, offensive guard, offensive tackle, and linebacker also noted.