Raiders 'Hopeful' Rookie Jermod McCoy Can Play in 2026 Despite Knee Injury
The Las Vegas Raiders have expressed optimism that rookie cornerback Jermod McCoy can play in the 2026 season despite a significant knee injury. McCoy, selected 101st overall in the 2026 NFL Draft, missed the entire 2025 college season due to a torn ACL and has ongoing concerns about degenerative cartilage in his knee. He is currently participating in rookie minicamp as the team monitors his recovery and long-term prognosis.
- ▪The Raiders drafted Jermod McCoy in the fourth round of the 2026 NFL Draft despite concerns over his knee injury history.
- ▪McCoy missed the 2025 season with a torn ACL and has a degenerative cartilage issue that may require future surgery.
- ▪Medical experts have warned that a failed future surgery could potentially end McCoy's career.
- ▪The Raiders are hopeful McCoy can play in 2026 and are evaluating his progress at their facility.
- ▪McCoy is currently participating in the team's rookie minicamp.
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By Megan ArmstrongShareNewsweek is a Trust Project memberSee more of our trusted coverage when you search.Prefer Newsweek on Googleto see more of our trusted coverage when you search.The Las Vegas Raiders have opened their rookie minicamp, and all eyes are locked on quarterback Fernando Mendoza.The Raiders selected Mendoza, the reigning Heisman winner who led Indiana to its first national championship, with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft on April 23. Mendoza's arrival in Las Vegas was telegraphed for at least four months, so it surprised precisely no one. Now, the conversation pivots to whether Mendoza will start as a rookie and, more substantially, whether Mendoza will be the franchise savior.
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