UA Pine Bluff Athletics

2026 (Freshman – UAPB):
Joined the Golden Lions after helping lead one of Arkansas' premier high school football programs to an undefeated state championship season. Begins his collegiate career looking to make an impact on UAPB's defensive front.

High School:
Graduated from Bryant High School in Bryant, Arkansas, where he was a member of one of the state's top defensive units. Helped lead the Hornets to a 13-0 record, the 2024 Class 7A State Championship, and the 7A Central Conference Championship. During his senior season, appeared in five games and recorded 11 total tackles (nine solo, two assisted) and 2.0 sacks while contributing to one of the state's stingiest defenses. His top performance came against Pulaski Academy, where he recorded 2.0 sacks, and he also registered four tackles in Bryant's Class 7A State Championship victory over Bentonville. Known for his strength and physicality at the point of attack, McDonald helped anchor a defensive front that led Bryant to a No. 1 ranking in Arkansas.