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In the 2026 SB Nation Community Mock Draft, the Minnesota Vikings select defensive tackle Kayden McDonald from Ohio State with the 18th overall pick. This choice, made by Daily Norsemans Christopher Gates, addresses the teams need for more size on the defensive line under coordinator Brian Flores pressure schemes. McDonald, known for clogging lanes and shoving the pocket, is seen as a smart fix for Minnesotas interior line gaps, shifting focus from secondary help to strengthening the trenches.

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