Who is the top CB prospect in the 2026 NFL Draft?

Jermod McCoy (Tennessee) is the #1 CB prospect, ranked #17 overall. Despite suffering a torn ACL in January 2025, his elite athleticism (99.9 PFF Game Athleticism Score), coverage versatility, and comparisons to Darius Slay keep him atop most boards. Mansoor Delane (LSU) is challenging for CB1 after dominating in 2025.

Is the 2026 cornerback class strong?

No, this class is slightly weaker than average. The 2025 class had three first-round CBs (Travis Hunter, Will Johnson, Jahdae Barron). The 2026 class has no consensus first-round locks. Most evaluators view this as a solid Day 2 class with 6-8 starters but no elite star power.

Who are the biggest risers in the 2026 CB class?

Mansoor Delane is the biggest riser—allowing just 22.3 QBR and 30% completion rate when targeted, making him the best coverage CB in college football. Colton Hood (Tennessee) went from Day 2 prospect to potential late 1st rounder after allowing only 4 catches on 17 targets through 4 games.

Will Jermod McCoy's ACL injury hurt his draft stock?

It depends on his recovery and medical evaluations. McCoy tore his ACL in January 2025, raising questions about Combine participation and readiness for NFL training camp. If medical clears, he's a late 1st round pick (20-32). If concerns persist, he could fall to Day 2 (40-60).

2026 NFL Draft: Top 10 Cornerback Rankings - Complete Scouting Analysis

By StickToTheModel Draft Team | Published: November 02, 2025 | Updated: November 02, 2025 | 1 min read

Category: Player Analysis

2026 NFL Draft: Top 10 Cornerback Rankings

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