Holder: Patriots Should Draft Kayden McDonald

Bleacher Reports Matt Holder advocates for Ohio States Kayden McDonald, a defensive tackle, as the Patriots first-round pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. Holder compares McDonald to legendary Patriots nose tackle Vince Wilfork, suggesting he could fill the void left by Khyiris Tongas departure and bolster the run defense. The move, while risky, could significantly upgrade the D-line and is worth considering as the Patriots plan for the future.

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