HENDERSON, Nev. — The Raiders have had a terrific offseason as they rebuild the once-storied franchise back into a consistent winner. By all accounts, every move, from the hiring of Klint Kubiak and the process, free agency, and the NFL draft, has been outstanding this offseason. But one decision has stood out. Not bigger than Kubiak, or even the entirety of free agency or the draft, but in a more unique way. Las Vegas Raiders Kint Kubiak | Darrell Craig Harris, On SI Heading into the 2026 NFL Draft, the Raiders were focused on QB Fernando Mendoza as their guy.  But many believed the best CB was Jermod McCoy from Tennessee. Free Falling Once the draft began, McCoy fell. Reports abounded about a “Knee Plug” and about a potential future surgery. Feb 26, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Tennessee defensive back Jermod McCoy (DB20) speaks to media members during the NFL Combine at the Indiana Convention Center.…