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College Football News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 9

Ohio State DT Kayden McDonald Declares For 2026 NFL Draft

Ohio State DT Kayden McDonald announced on social media that he has declared to enter the 2026 NFL Draft.  He’ll be among the top defensive tackles available in this year’s class and could become a first-round pick.  McDonald, 20, was a four-star recruit and the 290th overall player in his recruiting class.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / December 11
Four Ohio State Buckeyes honored with First-Team All-American honors

Four Ohio State Buckeyes honored with First-Team All-American honors

As the Ohio State Buckeyes prepare to compete in the College Football Playoffs, they've received yet another set of end-of-season honors. And these should come as no surprise.

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Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / November 20
Ohio State defensive tackle announced as finalist for prestigious award

Ohio State defensive tackle announced as finalist for prestigious award

When are the Ohio State Buckeyes going to stop with the positive PR? At this point, it seems like never. On Thursday, Nov. 20, it was announced that defensive tackle Kayden McDonald is one of seven semifinalists for the Outland Trophy.

College Football News / Last Word On Sports / September 30
Ohio State Defensive Line Tandem Shares National Recognition

Ohio State Defensive Line Tandem Shares National Recognition

Against the Washington Huskies, the Ohio State defensive front had a banner day. Led by massive individual efforts, the Buckeyes held Washington to just six points.

Ohio State Buckeyes News / Ohio State Buckeyes on SI / February 9
Ohio State Buckeyes' Rising Star Reveals Huge Goal for 2025

Ohio State Buckeyes' Rising Star Reveals Huge Goal for 2025

The Ohio State Buckeyes are losing a plethora of players to the NFL Draft this April, and many of those departures will come on the defensive side of the ball.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / January 17
Ohio State star surprises childhood mentors with special National Championship Game gift

Ohio State star surprises childhood mentors with special National Championship Game gift

While NIL spending has dominated much of the college football discussion, the heartwarming stories far outweigh the bad ones.  For Ohio State's Kayden McDonald and Caleb Downs, they took the opportunity the National Championship Game offered to present their hometown heroes with an incredibly rare and valuable experience.

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