The Houston Texans and second-round draft pick Kayden McDonald have officially reached an agreement on a four-year rookie contract today, per @AdamSchefter of ESPN.
The deal is worth a total of $12,904,752 and is fully guaranteed, according to McDonald's representation team of Drew Rosenhaus, Robert Bailey, and Oliver Chell. The agreement ensures that the defensive tackle will be under contract as the team moves into the next phase of its offseason program. Fully guaranteed contracts for second-round selections have become a standard benchmark in recent NFL rookie wage scale negotiations, and McDonald becomes the latest high-profile pick to secure these terms.
McDonald was selected by the Texans to bolster their defensive front following a productive collegiate career. With this signing, Houston continues to lock down its 2026 draft class, ensuring their top picks are ready for training camp without the distraction of potential holdouts. The Texans have solidified a key piece of their future defense with this move, as confirmed by the player's agents.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
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