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Draft Scouting Report
Pro Comparison: Kyle Dugger
Summary
Kendal Daniels is a versatile hybrid defender who transitioned from a standout safety at Oklahoma State to a linebacker role at Oklahoma. A former high school basketball player, he possesses rare movement skills for a 240-pound frame, allowing him to cover slot receivers and play deep safety. His combination of size, sideline-to-sideline range and elite open-field tackling makes him an intriguing chess piece for a defensive rotation.
About
- 2025: Transferred from Oklahoma State to Ohio State
- 2023-25: 105 tackles (2023), 64 (2024), 53 (2025)
Strengths
- Reliable open-field tackler who consistently stops ball carriers in space.
- Rare lateral quickness for a linebacker, capable of mirroring slot receivers.
- High-motor run defender who effectively sheds blocks to blow up plays.
Weaknesses
- Can become over-aggressive and lose control when flying downhill.
- Prone to ""grabby"" penalties in the red zone when beaten initially.
- Statistical dip in pass-rush production during the 2025 season.
Top Kendal Daniels News
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Falcons' Kendal Daniels: Drafted by Falcons
The Falcons selected Daniels in the fourth round of the 2026 NFL Draft, 134th overall.
Daniels (6-foot-5, 242 pounds) actually began his college career as a safety at Oklahoma State, where he was quite productive before transferring to Oklahoma to play linebacker. Daniels' frame is almost certainly linebacker-only at the NFL level, and his 4.79-second pro day 40 additionally ensures he will stick at linebacker for the Falcons.
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Player Bio
| HT/WT: 6-5, 242 lbs |
| Birthplace: Beggs, OK |
| Age: 23 |