On September 19, 2015, McDonald was promoted to the 53-man roster. On September 22, 2015, McDonald was waived. On October 10, 2015, McDonald was promoted to the 53-man roster after the release of
Taylor Mays. On October 24, 2015, McDonald was waived after the signing of
Shelby Harris. On November 7, 2015, McDonald was promoted to the 53-man roster after the release of
C. J. Wilson. On December 19, 2015, McDonald was promoted to the 53-man roster after
right tackle Austin Howard was placed on Injured Reserve. ==Personal life==