Cleveland Browns Expected to Draft Tennessee Cornerback Jermod McCoy in 2026
Browns projected to select former Vol in NFL draft first round
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Former Tennessee cornerback Jermod McCoy is projected to be selected by the Cleveland Browns as the No. 24 overall pick in the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft. McCoy, who recorded a 4.37-second 40-yard dash at Tennessee's pro day, had a strong season in 2024 before missing 2025 due to injury.
- 01Jermod McCoy is projected as the No. 24 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.
- 02McCoy recorded a 4.37-second 40-yard dash at Tennessee's pro day.
- 03He had 44 tackles and four interceptions in the 2024 season.
- 04McCoy missed the 2025 season due to a knee injury.
- 05The NFL Draft will take place from April 23-25, 2026, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
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Jermod McCoy, a former cornerback for the University of Tennessee, is projected to be selected by the Cleveland Browns as the No. 24 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. This draft will mark the first for the Browns under head coach Todd Monken and principal partners Jimmy and Dee Haslam. McCoy showcased his speed with a 40-yard dash time of 4.37 seconds during Tennessee's pro day on March 31. In the 2024 season, he played 13 games, recording 44 tackles, four interceptions, and 13 pass deflections. However, he did not play in the 2025 season due to a knee injury. The NFL Draft is scheduled to take place from April 23-25, 2026, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
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McCoy's selection could strengthen the Browns' defense, offering fans hope for improved performance in upcoming seasons.
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