Raiders May Have Gotten a Steal in Jermod McCoy

The Las Vegas Raiders made a surprising pick in Jermod McCoy with the 101st overall selection in the 2026 NFL Draft. Initially, McCoy was expected to be a first-round talent after his impressive time at Tennessee. However, knee concerns, including a torn ACL in January 2025 and issues with inflammation and arthritis, led teams to reassess him.

McCoy fell to the fourth round as the Raiders decided to take a chance on him. In a recent preseason game against the Houston Texans, McCoy demonstrated he could move well and stay in position during man coverage. This positive performance has led to speculation that the Raiders might have made a steal with their choice. While it remains uncertain how much playing time McCoy will get, his preseason performance suggests he could develop into a solid young player for the Raiders, potentially overcoming the setbacks he faced during his draft journey.