"For the first time since 2021, it is possible that no defensive tackles could be selected in Round 1. I haven't found a team that has a true first-round grade on any defensive tackle."
"Caleb Banks (Florida) recently having foot surgery, he's likely to be a Day 2 pick. The inconsistencies of Peter Woods (Clemson) throughout the season and during the predraft process have caused most teams to put an early-to-mid second-round mark on him."
"Kayden McDonald (Ohio State) has mixed reviews because of his lack of pass-rushing ability; many teams wouldn't use a first-round pick on a two-down interior defender."
"It would be a bit of a shocker if no defensive tackle prospects go in Round 1. However, it wouldn't be unprecedented."
For the 2026 NFL Draft, there is a possibility that no defensive tackles will be selected in Round 1. Teams lack a true first-round grade on any defensive tackle. Caleb Banks is likely a Day 2 pick due to recent foot surgery. Peter Woods has inconsistent evaluations, leading to a second-round projection. Kayden McDonald faces criticism for his pass-rushing ability, making him less appealing for a first-round selection. This scenario mirrors the 2021 NFL Draft, where no interior defensive linemen were chosen in the first round.
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