PFT Live with Mike Florio Ohio State DL Kayden McDonald, Clemson DL Peter Woods, and Florida DL Caleb Banks join the show
Feb 25, 2026
Kayden McDonald, Ohio State run-stuffer and versatile defensive lineman honored as a Big Ten standout. Peter Woods, explosive Clemson tackle from a high school dynasty with elite strength. Caleb Banks, Florida defensive lineman who rebounded from injury and impressed at the Senior Bowl. They talk size, position versatility, coaching and development, comeback stories, and measuring up at the combine.
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Player Community Work With Ronald McDonald House
- Kayden McDonald volunteers at the Ronald McDonald House and regularly visits kids, framing community work as part of his identity.
- He described dressing as Scooby-Doo for events and emphasized being present for kids because "they're going through things."
Ohio State's Standard Accelerated Development
- McDonald credits Ohio State's standard and discipline for rapid development into a starter and award-winning player.
- He noted Ohio State won't let players "cut corners," which helped him win a national title and Big Ten honors.
Versatility From Running Back To Defensive Tackle
- McDonald highlighted positional versatility, telling teams he can play defensive tackle and line up in the backfield off his running back experience.
- He used high-school running back reps to show he can carry the ball short-yardage and catch in goal-line packages.