Jermod McCoy is getting new attention in the 2026 NFL Draft conversation after his connection with Patrick Mahomes came back into focus. The Kansas City Chiefs quarterback and McCoy share early ties from their school days and multi-sport backgrounds, which have added extra interest in the Tennessee cornerback. While McCoy continues his recovery from injury, NFL scouts are still tracking his progress closely. The Mahomes link, along with his college performances, has quietly put McCoy in the wider NFL spotlight as teams evaluate defensive options.
