Convenience Big Store: Why the Texans took DT Kayden McDonald ,TE Marlin Klein in 2nd round

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Ohio State defensive lineman Kayden McDonald sits n the green room during the during the first round NFL football draft in Pittsburgh, Thursday, April 23, 2026.

Photo by: Doug Benc, Associated Press

Why the Texans took DT Kayden McDonald ,TE Marlin Klein in 2nd round

The Texans traded up again Friday, getting two players whose selections generated very different reactions from the fan base.

Kayden McDonald file: The defensive tackle, who started at Ohio State in 2025, is considered best at stopping the run. Read More
Marlin Klein file: The tight end is relatively new to football after growing up in Germany and playing at Michigan. Read More
Day 2 recap: Texas A&M has had seven players picked through two days of the draft while other players with local ties landed with AFC South rivals of the Texans. Read More

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