2026 NFL draft: A DT for every round
If the Arizona Cardinals want to draft a defensive tackle, here is one for every round of the 2026 NFL draft.
The Arizona Cardinals have a number of needs they will try to address in the 2026 NFL draft. They really could go with any position during the draft. Over the next few articles, we will go over players who could be targets in each round.
Let's have a look at defensive tackles. Round 1: Kayden McDonald, Ohio State The Cardinals have taken a defensive tackle in two consecutive first rounds, but won't be in position to get one this time unless they trade way down or back into the first round. McDonald likely will be the first one off the board.
Round 2: Lee Hunter, Texas Tech He had 10. 5 tackles for loss for the Red Raiders after playing previously for UCF. He is a big dude at 6-3 and 318 pounds.
Round 3: Gracen Halten, Oklahoma A little undersized at 293 pounds, he is very athletic. He had 3. 5 sacks and 7.