Cedric McDonald brings old-school LB production and snap-to-snap grit
Cedric McDonald’s profile is built on tackling volume and physical edge: in a 2002 SWAC weekly roundup, Mississippi Valley State’s linebacker was credited with 11 tackles, including 6 solo and 2 tackles for loss, a stat line that screams active, disruptive, and around-the-ball[2]. His listed background also shows strength markers from Hudl — bench, squat, and deadlift numbers that suggest a compact, powerful frame[1]. The catch: the available public info is sparse and dated, so there’s not enough current-season data to fairly judge his 2026 impact or ranking. If you want a high-motor defender who likes contact, he’s the kind of player you notice fast[1][2].
