Will McDonald put together the Year 2 pass-rush breakout that New York Jets fans hoped for.
After posting three sacks on minimal reps in his rookie year, McDonald translated that production to a much larger role in 2024. With his defensive snap count skyrocketing from 184 to 758, McDonald posted 10.5 sacks.
Even with a 7.5-sack jump in his second year, the Iowa State product still has plenty of untapped potential waiting to be unlocked. Speaking to the media in May, Jets defensive coordinator Steve Wilks expressed optimism about McDonald’s growth, saying he looks noticeably larger and stronger entering his third season.