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It took a bit, but the Commanders have now completed their draft pick signings. The team has agreed to terms with second-round cornerback Trey Amos, per NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero.

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / July 8

Commanders rookie linebacker labeled 'project' ahead of training camp

Washington Commanders linebacker Kain Medrano is entering his first season with the team. The sixth-round pick out of UCLA is hoping to carve out any kind of role with the Commanders, whether on special teams or defense.

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / June 7

Commanders rookie exciting coach ahead of minicamp

The Washington Commanders knew they needed to add a linebacker in the draft, which is why they selected Kain Medrano out of UCLA in the sixth round. Medrano has versatility.

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NFL News / UCLA Bruins on SI / June 5

UCLA's Medrano Credits Former Bruin Coach for Draft Selection

Former UCLA Bruins linebacker Kain Medrano was drafted by the Washington Commanders with the 228th overall pick in Day 3 of the 2025 NFL Draft. He leaned on a familiar friend to get him to Washington on draft night.

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Washington Commanders News / Riggo's Rag / June 3

Polarizing Commanders draft pick waging all-out war on doubters

The Washington Commanders raised a few eyebrows by taking Kain Medrano at No. 205 overall in the 2025 NFL Draft. He comes highly recommended, and the linebacker is eager to maximize every possible resource required to ease his transition.

Commanders Round 6 linebacker named 'rookie to watch' in team's draft class

The Washington Commanders are hoping that sixth-round rookie linebacker Kain Medrano can take his talents from UCLA to the nation's capital to start his NFL career.

Commanders rookie could be massive sleeper pick

The Washington Commanders took a chance on UCLA linebacker Kain Medrano with the No. 205 overall pick in the sixth round of last weekend's NFL Draft. Medrano was the fourth pick out of five for the Commanders, but there's a chance he could emerge into one of the key players for Washington's defense in the years to come.

Grading Commanders' Selection of UCLA's Kain Medrano

We're grading each UCLA Bruin selected in the 2025 NFL Draft. Grades will be based on whether the situation the player is going to is set up to get the most out of said Bruin.

College Football News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 30

Bruins Recently Drafted LB Eager for New Opportunity

Former UCLA Bruins linebacker Kain Medrano addressed the media for the first time as a Washington Commander after being drafted in the sixth round (205th) in last weekend's 2025 NFL Draft.

College Football News / Washington Commanders on SI / April 27

Kain Medrano ready to build with the Commanders after being drafted No. 205 overall

Becoming the No. 205 overall pick in the NFL Draft by the Washington Commanders, former UCLA Bruins linebacker Kain Medrano isn’t taking this opportunity for granted — and he’s already sending a message to his new teammates.

How Sports Illustrated Grades UCLA's Medrano, Commanders Draft

The Washington Commanders did not have a lot of picks entering the 2025 NFL Draft after making several trades for players over the past several months, but they made the most of what they had.

Watch: Highlights from Commanders sixth-round pick LB Kain Medrano

The Washington Commanders made another move to improve their defense on Day 3 of the NFL Draft 2025. The Commanders used their sixth-round pick to select UCLA linebacker Kain Medrano.

Washington Commanders News / Washington Commanders on SI / April 26

Commanders given fantastic grade for Round 6 pick

The Washington Commanders are making their final touches on their 2025 NFL Draft class with their Day 3 picks. In the sixth round, the Commanders landed UCLA linebacker Kain Medrano with the No.

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Meet Commanders Round 6 draft pick from UCLA

The Washington Commanders selected UCLA Bruins, Kain Medrano for their No. 205 overall pick on Day 3 of the NFL draft. Medrano committed to the UCLA Bruins as a wide receiver but made the pivot to linebacker after the 2019 season.

College Football News / UCLA Bruins on SI / April 26

UCLA's Kain Medrano Goes Round 6 in NFL Draft

Another UCLA Bruin is headed to the NFL. On Saturday, former UCLA linebacker Kain Medrano was selected by the Washington Commanders in the sixth round of the 2025 NFL Draft, taken 205th overall.

Commanders stick with leadership traits in selection of LB Kain Medrano

The Washington Commanders have a history of drafting leaders. Even if not all of the players on their draft boards are team captains, they have almost all shown some variety of leadership potential and ability.

Commanders bolsters defense with UCLA linebacker on Day 3 of NFL Draft

After selecting Josh Conerly, Trey Amos, and Jaylin Lane in the first four rounds of the NFL Draft, the Washington Commanders continued to build their roster on Day 3 by selecting Kain Medrano, a linebacker from UCLA, with the No.

College Football News / Last Word On Sports / April 6

2025 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Kain Medrano, UCLA

Kain Medrano has been half of one of the most effective LB duos in the country, but how does his full NFL scouting report look? More 2025 NFL Draft Profiles 6’3” 222 lbs A Colorado native, Kain Medrano committed to UCLA as a three-star athlete out of East HS in 2019.

College Football News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / April 2

30 Days of Colts Fits: LB Kain Medrano, UCLA

The 2025 NFL Draft is officially a month away. In order to help you all along until draft day, I decided to start a daily prospect spotlight series to talk about some players that the Indianapolis Colts could target next month.

College Football News / LAFB Network / March 18

UCLA Football: Kain Medrano NFL Draft Profile

UCLA Bruins linebacker Kain Medrano capped off his pre-draft process with a strong showing at the Bruins’ Pro Day, reinforcing the athleticism and upside he displayed throughout the scouting circuit.

New York Giants Draft Prospect: LB Kain Medrano, UCLA

Kain Medrano makes for an intriguing Day 3 developmental player/special teams guy who could also have a future at safety. A former three-star recruit out of East High School in Pueblo, Colorado, where he was the 16th recruit in his state and the 131st overall athlete during the 2019 recruiting cycle.

College Football News / UCLA Bruins on SI / February 28

UCLA's Medrano Makes Noise in NFL Combine Media Room

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. -- Kain Medrano had himself a week at the combine. While it appears a lot of media people didn't know who he was or what talent he holds during his media session, he put on a display once he laced up the cleats, earning himself praise within the media room.

College Football News / NCAA Football on ClutchPoints / February 27

UCLA LB grabs attention after posting fastest NFL Combine time

The biggest stunner at the 2025 NFL Combine belongs to UCLA football. One defender who entered Lucas Oil Stadium without much draft hype wound up turning heads.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / February 27

EXCLUSIVE: UCLA's Kain Medrano Talks Draft Process, 2024 Season

UCLA linebacker Kain Medrano is a player who is probably better suited for the NFL than college football due to his discipline and play style. He's a scheme fit in most defenses, and from the conversation Medrano had with UCLA Bruins On SI on Wednesday, he's more than willing to share his experiences and lessons taken from them.

Kain Medrano 2025 NFL Draft: Scouting Report For UCLA Bruins LB

Height: 6024 (verified) Weight: 219lbs (verified) Year: Sixth-Year Senior Pro Comparison: Justin Strnad UCLA Bruins linebacker Kain Medrano projects as a special teams contributor at the NFL level with the upside of becoming a sub-package defender.