Jermod McCoy ranked No. 23 player in college football, projected as first-round pick
As a sophomore in 2024, he recorded 44 tackles, 0.5 tackles for a loss, four interceptions, 71 interception yards, 13 pass deflections, six punt returns and 59 punt return yards in 13 games. McCoy also earned 2024 All-SEC First-Team honors (AP).
Following the conclusion of the 2024 season, he suffered a torn ACL in January.
Despite his injury, the 6-foot, 193-pound cornerback is projected as the No. 14 overall selection to Dallas in the 2026 NFL draft first round, according to Bucs Wire. The NFL draft is scheduled for April 23–25, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
McCoy also ranks as the No. 23 player in college football in 2025 by College Wire's lead writers.
Before arriving at Tennessee, he transferred from Oregon State following the 2023 campaign.
McCoy appeared in 11 games for Oregon State during the 2023 regular season. He recorded 31 tackles, two interceptions, seven pass deflections and one fumble recovery as a freshman for the Beavers.
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