Jermod McCoy Draft Evaluation | Tennessee CB’s Elite 2024 Film & ACL Injury Breakdown

We break down the 2024 film of Jermod McCoy, one of the most intriguing cornerback prospects in the 2026 NFL Draft class. Despite missing the entire 2025 season with a torn ACL, McCoy’s sophomore tape at Tennessee Volunteers is so dominant that scouts still view him as a potential first-round pick. This evaluation focuses on: Elite closing speed and explosive trigger downhill Rare hip fluidity in both man and zone coverage Ball production and instincts as a zone defender Matchups vs top competition like Alabama and Oklahoma Strengths, weaknesses, and how the ACL injury impacts his draft stock We evaluate McCoy as if healthy, then reconcile the injury late in the video—breaking down what scouts will be looking for at the 2026 NFL Combine and beyond. Drop your thoughts on Jermod McCoy in the comments. We’ll feature viewer opinions in our weekly Friday show covering all prospects discussed throughout the week. 00:00 Introduction 0:45 Explosiveness 3:00 Hip Fluidity 4:52 Ball Skills 7:00 ACL Injury 8:40 Draft Grade