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Raiders' 2026 Draft: High-ceiling defense anchors a QB-driven rebuild
sports28 days ago

Raiders' 2026 Draft: High-ceiling defense anchors a QB-driven rebuild

Las Vegas used 10 picks to lean into a defense-first rebuild around franchise QB Fernando Mendoza, with standout best-in-class selections Jermod McCoy, Mike Washington Jr., and Brandon Cleveland. The Raiders traded up for McCoy at No. 101, added speed with Washington Jr. at No. 122, and landed a stout nose tackle in Cleveland, while Keyron Crawford and Dalton Johnson address development needs. Hezekiah Masses and Malik Benson are sleepers who could contribute early on special teams and depth at receiver. Overall, the draft emphasizes defensive upside while continuing to build around Mendoza.

Raiders roll the dice on Jermod McCoy after rare knee graft
sports28 days ago

Raiders roll the dice on Jermod McCoy after rare knee graft

Las Vegas drafted Tennessee cornerback Jermod McCoy in the fourth round despite a knee injury 15 months earlier that required an osteochondral graft (cartilage plug). Medical expert Dr. David J. Chao explained the graft and warned it could limit his durability, labeling him more of a Day 3 pick due to long-term concerns. The Raiders pursued him to address a cornerback need, but the team also contends with Maxx Crosby’s degenerative knee issues.

Raiders snag fallen CB McCoy, banking on a healthy comeback
sports1 month ago

Raiders snag fallen CB McCoy, banking on a healthy comeback

Las Vegas traded up to select Jermod McCoy at 101 in the fourth round, adding a cornerback who slid due to knee concerns despite a 4.3-second 40 at his Pro Day; McCoy missed 2025 with an injury and endured a tense two days waiting to hear his name, but the Raiders see upside and hope he can stay healthy and contribute in 2026 to bolster a previously inconsistent secondary.

Raiders’ Day 3: McCoy selection, fresh starts, and a faster offense
sports-nfl1 month ago

Raiders’ Day 3: McCoy selection, fresh starts, and a faster offense

Las Vegas wrapped the 2026 NFL Draft with 10 picks, six on Day 3, highlighted by trading up to select Tennessee cornerback Jermod McCoy despite ACL concerns, and moving on from DE Tyree Wilson in a deal for Dalton Johnson. The Raiders fortified the secondary with Treydan Stukes, Dalton Johnson, and Hezekiah Masses while adding faster offensive weapons in Mike Washington Jr. and Malik Benson to complement top pick Fernando Mendoza, signaling a plan for a versatile, speedier offense under Robbie Leonard.

Raiders land Jermod McCoy with 101st pick in 2026 NFL Draft
sports1 month ago

Raiders land Jermod McCoy with 101st pick in 2026 NFL Draft

The Las Vegas Raiders moved up to select Tennessee cornerback Jermod McCoy with the 101st overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, adding a multifaceted playmaker who starred at Oregon State before transferring to Tennessee and earning second-team All-SEC. McCoy, who returned from an ACL injury in 2025, impressed scouts with a 4.37-second 40-yard dash at his pro day after posting 14 bench reps at the Combine, and brings a track-and-ballskills background from Whitehouse, Texas.

McCoy Embraces Raiders Opportunity After ACL Setback
sports1 month ago

McCoy Embraces Raiders Opportunity After ACL Setback

Cornerback Jermod McCoy, who missed the 2025 season with a torn ACL after two strong college seasons, was drafted 101st overall by the Las Vegas Raiders in the 2026 NFL Draft. He says he’s mentally resilient and will do whatever the Raiders’ medical staff require to get back on the field, stressing that this opportunity isn’t something to take for granted. He’s set to reunite with Tennessee teammate Dont’e Thornton Jr. and recalled his first college interception against Mendoza as a reminder of the journey ahead.

Raiders snag McCoy in Round 4 after knee-surgery uncertainty from medical recheck
sports1 month ago

Raiders snag McCoy in Round 4 after knee-surgery uncertainty from medical recheck

UT cornerback Jermod McCoy slipped from first-round projections after a medical recheck suggested he could need knee surgery. The Raiders traded up to draft him in the fourth round, hopeful he can contribute after missing time with an ACL tear. A report indicated he might require surgery to repair a bone plug used for a cartilage defect, which could sideline him for extensive periods in 2026, but McCoy says his doctors are confident and he’s willing to do whatever’s best for his career longevity.

Day 3 shake-up: Raiders land McCoy as Round 4-5 trades reshape the 2026 NFL Draft
draft1 month ago

Day 3 shake-up: Raiders land McCoy as Round 4-5 trades reshape the 2026 NFL Draft

Day 3 of the 2026 NFL Draft delivered a flurry of trades and Round 4-5 selections that reshaped roster depth across the league. Highlights include the Las Vegas Raiders landing Tennessee CB Jermod McCoy at No. 101 (via a TEN through BUF trade), the New York Jets grabbing Cade Klubnik at No. 110 (from Cincinnati), and Cincinnati acquiring Connor Lew at No. 128 (via a Jets swap), plus a broad slate of OL, WR, LB and CB picks as teams hunted for immediate help and developmental upside.

49ers Target Day 3 O-Line Boost With McCoy and Shelton
sports1 month ago

49ers Target Day 3 O-Line Boost With McCoy and Shelton

After addressing wide receiver and edge with Stribling and Height, the 49ers shift focus to Day 3 for offensive‑line help, with top targets including Tennessee CB Jermod McCoy (a plus-at-the-ball player who tore ACL in 2025) and Penn State tackle Drew Shelton (quick feet, needs strength), as they seek future left‑tackle/guard options behind Trent Williams.

McCoy's First-Round Hopes Fade Amid Knee Concerns Ahead of Round 4
sports1 month ago

McCoy's First-Round Hopes Fade Amid Knee Concerns Ahead of Round 4

Former Tennessee cornerback Jermod McCoy, once a favored first-round pick, went without a selection through Rounds 1–3 and now heads into Day Three with serious knee concerns after an ACL tear in 2025; doctors worry about a possible second surgery to repair a bone plug for a cartilage defect, and if it doesn’t go well his NFL future could be uncertain, making a fourth-round projection the most likely outcome.

Packers Could Leap Up in 2026 Draft for Jermod McCoy If He Falls
sports1 month ago

Packers Could Leap Up in 2026 Draft for Jermod McCoy If He Falls

Green Bay could be forced to trade up in the 2026 NFL Draft to land Tennessee cornerback Jermod McCoy if he slides into the mid-to-late first round; his ACL injury last year raises durability concerns, but his Pro Day and elite traits keep him in play. With no first-round pick until 2028 after trading for Micah Parsons, a high-risk, high-reward buy-low move could be on the table if McCoy falls, though concerns about health and his agent complicate the decision.

No. 10 Dilemma: Bengals weigh defense-first impact vs. offensive fireworks
sports1 month ago

No. 10 Dilemma: Bengals weigh defense-first impact vs. offensive fireworks

Kickoff to a five-part Bengals draft series as Cincinnati weighs what to do at No. 10: chase elite defensive playmakers like Rueben Bain, Jermod McCoy and Caleb Downs, or add offensive punch (e.g., Jeremiyah Love). A nine-player “big board” guides the discussion, with McCoy emerging as the most likely top-10 fit given the team’s defensive emphasis and the complexities of trading back.