Jermod McCoy: Cowboys' Cornerstone

On April 1st, Sharma Makoi turned heads at the University of Tennessee Pro Day for the

2026 NFL Draft.

The cornerback prospect clocked a 4.38 in the 40 yard dash, leaped a 38 inch vertical and

hit a 10 foot 7 broad jump.

Coming back strong from an ACL tear that wiped out his 2025 season, these numbers scream

elite speed and explosion.

That workout didn't just wow scouts.

It confirmed what his 2024 game tape already hinted at.

Makoi looked like a legit outside corner last year, shutting down receivers with smooth

hips and ball skills.

Now, with injury doubts erased, he's climbing draft boards fast.

Dallas Cowboys fans take note their cornerback room is packed with names like, Doron Bland,

Corey Ballantine, and others, but it's depth without a real answer opposite blend on

the outside.

Coach is one bland locking down one side, yet no one's proven they can match him on

the other.

It's solid, but not locked in.

Makoi fits perfect as that book end partner, letting the rest of the group slide into

nickel or death rolls naturally.

No forcing him inside, he's built for the boundary, giving Dallas clear starters instead

of a free-for-all battle.

Bottom line, if Makoi's still there in the draft, Cowboys shouldn't sleep on adding

that high-end talent to solidify the secondary for real, contention.