McCoy, who will be 21 before his rookie season, did not play last year after tearing his ACL in January 2025. He reportedly ran a 4.4-second 40-yard dash at his pro day and stands about 6-foot-1, traits that have drawn early interest from teams.
The medical chatter centers on a bone plug used to repair a cartilage defect in McCoy’s knee. While the ACL itself is considered fine, some doctors are concerned the bone plug might require another surgery and a lengthy recovery, raising long-term durability questions for teams.
NFL Network insiders have indicated McCoy could slip in the draft despite being a high-end talent, as teams weigh the potential for longer-than-expected rehabilitation and future impact. The general consensus is that the knee issue is not about the ACL, but about what lies beneath it.
McCoy is viewed as a top-10 talent by some evaluators, though that projection may be optimistic given the medical uncertainties. On the current consensus big board, he sits around 15th overall and is the second-ranked cornerback behind a premier peer.
The Jets reportedly hosted McCoy for a 30-visit earlier in the process, signaling interest and an intent to re-check his surgically repaired knee. There has also been buzz surrounding Tennessee teammate Colton Hood as another potential target, which could push the Jets to consider him earlier than some projections.
With the Jets holding the No. 16 overall pick, McCoy’s medical questions create a delicate balance between value and durability. Long-term health and contract implications will weigh heavily as teams parse his upside against the risk of additional surgery and extended recovery.
