File LB-296 · National rank 2318 · 2027 class
Derek McDonald
6'4"Height
230 lbWeight
Quick Notes
Derek McDonald is a graduate linebacker who transferred to North Carolina from Syracuse and projects as a starter. An injury-tested linebacker, he profiles as a dependable college contributor.
Agent / Representation
Status
Represented
Confirmed
AgencyMilk & Honey Sports
AgentAJ Calabro
Contact@AJ_Calabro
NotesNIL representation — Milk & Honey Sports (AJ Calabro).
Verified2026-07-21
Board Standing
#296
LB / 1592
#2318
Overall / 15102
Nearest at LB
- #294DQ Forkpa4.6
- #295Davhon Keys4.6
- #296Derek McDonald4.6
- #297Deven Bryant4.6
- #298Isaiah Patterson4.6
Scouting Verdict
McDonald is a sixth-year Syracuse vet brought in for leadership and depth after his production tailed off in an injury-shortened 2025 (he was a 50-60 tackle starter in 2023-24). Experienced stop-gap, not a prospect.
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LB Keys
2025 · Syracuse
6
Tot
Better than 31% of 880 LBs
0
Sacks
Better than 30% of 861 LBs
Recruiting
★★★
Stars
#1439
National
#76
Position
#132
State
Career Production
4 college seasons
| Year | Team | GP | Tot | Sacks | TFL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Syracuse | 3 | 6 | 0 | — |
| 2024 | Syracuse | 12 | 51 | 0 | — |
| 2023 | Syracuse | 13 | 63 | 2.5 | — |
| 2022 | Syracuse | 9 | 41 | 1 | — |
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