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DALLAS, TX<\/strong> \u2013 The Dallas Cowboys<\/strong> are gearing up for the 2026 NFL Draft<\/strong> with two first-round picks at No. 12<\/strong> and No. 20<\/strong>, sparking plenty of debate and speculation among fans and analysts about who they\u2019ll select. While many eyes have been on potential Day 1 starters<\/strong>, the question of whether the Cowboys will go after Tennessee cornerback Jermod McCoy<\/strong> remains one of the most discussed topics.<\/p>\n

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THE RUMOR: MCCOY\u2019S INJURY HISTORY AND \u201cREDSHIRT\u201d ISSUES<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

Jermod McCoy, a star cornerback<\/strong> from Tennessee<\/strong>, has been frequently mocked to the Cowboys in various drafts, but insiders are now casting doubt<\/strong> on his potential fit with the team. According to Nick Harris<\/strong> of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram<\/strong>, McCoy did not attend the Cowboys’ 30-player visit<\/strong> \u2013 a critical indicator of the team\u2019s interest in potential draft picks. Additionally, Harris notes that McCoy was not expected to be on Dallas’ radar due to his injury history<\/strong>, specifically his ACL injury<\/strong> that has kept him off the field since 2024.<\/strong><\/p>\n

This aligns with Mike Fisher’s<\/strong> ongoing reports that suggest Dallas is steering away from McCoy. Fisher stated: “I have reported and continue to believe that the Cowboys would like to go in a different direction at No. 12 due to CB McCoy\u2019s injury history. We shall see…”<\/p>\n

COWBOYS’ “NO REDSHIRTS” POLICY AND HOW IT AFFECTS MCCOY<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

Adding more fuel to this speculation is the statement made by Cowboys owner Jerry Jones<\/strong>, who emphasized that the team cannot afford to draft a player who might need significant time to recover \u2013 such as McCoy<\/strong>, who has not played since 2024<\/strong>. Jones\u2019 comment about “no redshirts” indicates that the Cowboys are looking for players who can immediately contribute to Christian Parker\u2019s defense<\/strong>. This could further rule out McCoy, given that he might need time to get fully up to speed after such a serious injury.<\/p>\n

While McCoy impressed at his Pro Day<\/strong>, showing no signs of rust despite being out of action for so long, Dallas\u2019 priority is clear<\/strong>: they need immediate contributors, and McCoy\u2019s prolonged absence could deter the Cowboys from selecting him in the first round.<\/p>\n

A “SMOKESCREEN” OR REALITY?<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

Given the ambiguity surrounding McCoy\u2019s potential fit with the Cowboys, some analysts wonder whether Dallas is deliberately downplaying their interest in the talented cornerback. Could the Cowboys be bluffing<\/strong> in an attempt to keep other teams from getting wind of their true draft intentions? If that\u2019s the case, they\u2019re certainly doing a good job of hiding their cards.<\/p>\n

However, for those holding out hope that McCoy could be the selection at No. 12<\/strong>, it\u2019s worth noting that both Fisher and Harris are reporting a lack of interest from the Cowboys, mainly due to the risk associated with his injury history.<\/p>\n

\"MAJOR<\/p>\n

LOOKING AHEAD: WHAT DOES THIS MEAN FOR THE COWBOYS\u2019 DRAFT PLANS?<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n

While McCoy may be a dynamic cornerback<\/strong> with immense potential, it seems that the Cowboys\u2019 interest in him has waned due to his injury concerns<\/strong>. With Jerry Jones<\/strong>‘ firm stance on drafting players who can contribute immediately, McCoy’s ACL recovery<\/strong> might keep him out of Dallas’ plans for now.<\/p>\n

As the 2026 NFL Draft<\/strong> approaches, expect the Cowboys to focus on players who can fill immediate needs on defense<\/strong> and offense<\/strong>, with names like Arvell Reese<\/strong>, David Bailey<\/strong>, and Sonny Styles<\/strong> remaining more likely candidates for their picks.<\/p>\n

The Cowboys’ draft decisions will certainly shape the future of their defense, and while McCoy\u2019s talent is undeniable, his injury history may ultimately prevent him from donning a Dallas uniform<\/strong> in 2026. For now, it looks like the Cowboys will be looking elsewhere in their pursuit of a top cornerback.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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