‘Beast’ Draft Guy Says CB for Vikings in Round 1

Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images The Athletic ‘s Dane Brugler publishes the most thorough draft publication in the world every April, and after doing that recently, he has a follow-up mock draft freshly released. For the Minnesota Vikings in Round 1, he rolled with Tennessee cornerback Jermod McCoy . Minnesota may need cornerback help, and McCoy’s rising stock is putting him firmly in the first-round conversation.

McCoy’s draft profile has soared in the last couple of weeks, so much so that many wonder if he’ll even be available at Pick No. 18 One Draft Analyst Sees a Clear Fit in Minnesota The draft is seven days away. Fasten your seatbelts.

Tennessee defensive back Jermod McCoy (3) celebrates with a deflated gator after defeating the Florida Gators, with Oct 12, 2024 marking the rivalry game at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tennessee. McCoy played a key role in the Volunteers’ victory and embraced the moment following the final whistle. Mandatory Credit: Angelina Alcantar-USA TODAY Network via Imagn Images.

Brugler: McCoy to MIN In Round 1, Brugler tabbed McCoy for Minnesota, who would be the Vikings’ first Round 1 cornerback in six years ( Jeff Gladney , 2020, TCU). He explained the pick , “McCoy is a tough player to project in a mock draft — some teams are comfortable with his 2025 knee injury, while others won’t consider him in the first round. I don’t know how the Vikings feel, but adding his level of talent to a Brian Flores defense would be fun to watch.