Trey McDonald brings tackling, playmaking, and proven starter-level production
McDonald is a high-motor defender whose biggest value is reliability: in 2024 at Virginia, he played all 12 games, made 5 starts, and posted a career-best 58 tackles with an interception, a sack, and a pass breakup. His tape and stat profile point to a physical, assignment-sound player who can finish plays and step up when injuries force bigger responsibilities, which is exactly what showed up during his breakout season. For a team, he looks like a dependable fit if you want toughness, instincts, and steady production rather than flash.
