What happened
The Houston Texans traded up to the No. 36 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft to select former Ohio State Buckeye Kayden McDonald. The pick was announced by ESPN during Day 2 festivities in Pittsburgh. Night 2 of the draft is underway.
Why it matters
The selection continues Houston's aggressive draft strategy after trading up to No. 26 with the Bills earlier today. It adds another Ohio State prospect to the NFL ranks following praise from coach Ryan Day. The move helps the Texans build for the upcoming 2026 season.
What to watch
Monitor Texans' remaining picks and McDonald's post-draft comments.