Jermod McCoy was selected by the Las Vegas Raiders in the fourth round of the NFL draft, picking No. 101 overall. He will wear jersey number 28 as a rookie.
Key points
Jermod McCoy selected by Las Vegas Raiders in fourth round
Drafted as No. 101 overall pick
Wearing jersey number 28
Played 13 games at Tennessee in 2024
Recorded four interceptions and 44 tackles
Jermod McCoyLas Vegas RaidersTennessee VolunteersOregon State Beavers
He was at Tennessee from 2024-25 after transferring from Oregon State.
After being drafted by Las Vegas, McCoy received his rookie jersey number with the Raiders. He is listed as No. 28 on Las Vegas' roster. The former Vol is also listed as 6-foot, 193 pounds.
McCoy played in 13 games at Tennessee 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.
McCoy did not play for the Vols in 2025 due to rehabbing from an offseason knee injury.
Tennessee defensive back Jermod McCoy versus Ryan Williams and Alabama on Oct. 19, 2024 at Neyland Stadium.
Tennessee defensive back Jermod McCoy versus Ryan Williams and Alabama on Oct. 19, 2024 at Neyland Stadium.
Throughout the year, ESPN updates depth charts for NFL teams.
"ESPN's NFL depth charts for the 2026 season are updated throughout the year with the latest news, updates and intel from across the league," according to ESPN.
Q&A
What jersey number will Jermod McCoy wear with the Las Vegas Raiders?
Jermod McCoy will wear jersey number 28 with the Las Vegas Raiders.
What round was Jermod McCoy drafted in the NFL draft?
Jermod McCoy was drafted in the fourth round of the NFL draft.
What were Jermod McCoy's stats during his time at Tennessee?
During his time at Tennessee, Jermod McCoy recorded 44 tackles, four interceptions, and 13 pass deflections in 13 games.
Why did Jermod McCoy not play in 2025?
Jermod McCoy did not play in 2025 due to rehabbing from an offseason knee injury.
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ESPN projects McCoy as the Raiders' second right cornerback on their depth chart. Darien Porter is listed as Las Vegas' starting right cornerback, while Decamerion Richardson is third string.
Eric Stokes (first), Chigozie Anusiem (second) and Hezekiah Masses (third) are listed on Las Vegas' projected depth chart for left cornerback.
Tennessee defensive back Jermod McCoy versus Ryan Williams and Alabama on Oct. 19, 2024 at Neyland Stadium.
Alabama wide receiver Ryan Williams (2) is tackled by Tennessee defensive back Jermod McCoy (3) after making the catch during an SEC conference game between Tennessee and Alabama at Neyland Stadium on Oct. 19, 2024.
Nov. 30, 2024; Nashville, Tennessee; Tennessee Volunteers defensive back Jermod McCoy (3) tackles Vanderbilt Commodores quarterback Diego Pavia (2) during the second half at FirstBank Stadium.
Nov. 30, 2024; Nashville, Tennessee; Tennessee Volunteers defensive back Jermod McCoy (3) tackles Vanderbilt Commodores quarterback Diego Pavia (2) during the second half at FirstBank Stadium.
Tennessee defensive back Jermod McCoy (3) yells while carrying a deflated gator after defeating Florida during a NCAA football game between Tennessee and Florida at Neyland Stadium, in Knoxville, Tennessee on Oct. 12, 2024.
Nov. 16, 2024; Athens, Georgia; Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver London Humphreys (16) is tackled by Tennessee Volunteers defensive back Jermod McCoy (3) after a catch during the second half at Sanford Stadium.
Defensive back Jermod McCoy #3 of the Tennessee Volunteers runs with a 17-yard interception return against the Oklahoma Sooners in the first quarter at Gaylord Family Oklahoma Memorial Stadium on September 21, 2024 in Norman, Oklahoma.
Feb. 26, 2026; Indianapolis, Indiana; Tennessee defensive back Jermod McCoy (DB20) speaks to media members during the NFL combine at the Indiana Convention Center.
Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jeremiah Smith (4) runs past Tennessee Volunteers defensive back Jermod McCoy (3) during the first half of the College Football Playoff first round game at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Dec. 21, 2024.
Oregon Ducks tight end Terrance Ferguson catches a pass as he is brought down by Oregon State Beavers defensive back Jermod McCoy during the first half of the annual rivalry game on Friday, Nov. 24, 2023 at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Oregon.
Wide receiver Rome Odunze #1 of the Washington Huskies cathes a pass to secure the win against defensive back Jermod McCoy #23 of the Oregon State Beavers during the second half at Reser Stadium on November 18, 2023 in Corvallis, Oregon.
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Jermod McCoy's rookie jersey number with Las Vegas in NFL
Tennessee defensive back Jermod McCoy versus Ryan Williams and Alabama on Oct. 19, 2024 at Neyland Stadium.
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Jermod McCoy's rookie jersey number with Las Vegas in NFL
Tennessee defensive back Jermod McCoy versus Ryan Williams and Alabama on Oct. 19, 2024 at Neyland Stadium.
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PHOTOS: Defensive back Jermod McCoy's career
Alabama wide receiver Ryan Williams (2) is tackled by Tennessee defensive back Jermod McCoy (3) after making the catch during an SEC conference game between Tennessee and Alabama at Neyland Stadium on Oct. 19, 2024.
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PHOTOS: Defensive back Jermod McCoy's career
Nov. 30, 2024; Nashville, Tennessee; Tennessee Volunteers defensive back Jermod McCoy (3) tackles Vanderbilt Commodores quarterback Diego Pavia (2) during the second half at FirstBank Stadium.
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PHOTOS: Defensive back Jermod McCoy's career
Nov. 30, 2024; Nashville, Tennessee; Tennessee Volunteers defensive back Jermod McCoy (3) tackles Vanderbilt Commodores quarterback Diego Pavia (2) during the second half at FirstBank Stadium.
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Jermod McCoy's rookie jersey number with Las Vegas in NFL
Tennessee defensive back Jermod McCoy (3) yells while carrying a deflated gator after defeating Florida during a NCAA football game between Tennessee and Florida at Neyland Stadium, in Knoxville, Tennessee on Oct. 12, 2024.
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Former Vol listed as NFL draft best available player after first round
Nov. 16, 2024; Athens, Georgia; Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver London Humphreys (16) is tackled by Tennessee Volunteers defensive back Jermod McCoy (3) after a catch during the second half at Sanford Stadium.
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PHOTOS: Defensive back Jermod McCoy's career
Defensive back Jermod McCoy #3 of the Tennessee Volunteers runs with a 17-yard interception return against the Oklahoma Sooners in the first quarter at Gaylord Family Oklahoma Memorial Stadium on September 21, 2024 in Norman, Oklahoma.
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Where Jermod McCoy ranks ahead of NFL draft final day
Feb. 26, 2026; Indianapolis, Indiana; Tennessee defensive back Jermod McCoy (DB20) speaks to media members during the NFL combine at the Indiana Convention Center.
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PHOTOS: Defensive back Jermod McCoy's career
Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jeremiah Smith (4) runs past Tennessee Volunteers defensive back Jermod McCoy (3) during the first half of the College Football Playoff first round game at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Dec. 21, 2024.
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PHOTOS: Defensive back Jermod McCoy's career
Oregon Ducks tight end Terrance Ferguson catches a pass as he is brought down by Oregon State Beavers defensive back Jermod McCoy during the first half of the annual rivalry game on Friday, Nov. 24, 2023 at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Oregon.
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PHOTOS: Defensive back Jermod McCoy's career
Wide receiver Rome Odunze #1 of the Washington Huskies cathes a pass to secure the win against defensive back Jermod McCoy #23 of the Oregon State Beavers during the second half at Reser Stadium on November 18, 2023 in Corvallis, Oregon.
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