#01 - Terrion Arnold CB Alabama
Positives
+Good burst
+Acceptable size with great length
+Fantastic mirror and match corner
+Stellar short area quickness
+Enough long speed to stay with most receivers
+Gets himself glued to the hip pocket
+High level anticipatory nature, I mean there are times I feel like he knows the play better than the offense
+Ballhawk
+Outside-in versatility
+Effective in press and off coverage
+Reps and effective in man and zone
+Good tackler, plays with toughness
Areas of Improvement
-Limited long speed can sometimes cause him to turn early
-Smaller hands
Quick Hit
Arnold has stellar short-area quickness, great length, and size for the position. His exceptional mirror and match skills make him a standout cornerback prospect. Arnold displays high-level anticipation and ball-hawking ability, excelling in both press and off coverage as well as in man and zone schemes. While his long speed is adequate, occasional early turns to make up for the long speed are areas for improvement.Grade: (94.8) - 1st Round Grade
#02 - Quinyon Mitchell CB Toledo
Positives
+Hits the desired NFL size for corner but arm length is at bottom end of designation
+Elite speed and it shows up in his ability to recover from double moves and in his downhill trigger
+Fluidity and change of direction is good more than it is not, little wasted motion and tight speed turns
+Will bring toughness to your corner room, will and able to make tackles
+Nose of the ball, all of his traits allow him to go make plays on the ball
Areas of Improvement
-Still learning on how to get into hip pocket and feel the route in man coverage but there are moments on tape this shows up. Lack of press reps may be cause though
-Shaky route anticipation
-Can declare hips early and will forgo his inside/outside leverage at times
Quick Hit
Quinyon Mitchell boasts NFL-sized stature and exceptional speed, making him a formidable force at cornerback. His fluid movements allow him to excel in coverage and toughness has him contribute as a reliable tackler. While he shows promise, refining his technique in route anticipation and maintaining leverage will further elevate his game.Grade: (93.9) - 1st Round Grade
#03 - Kool-Aid McKinstry CB Alabama
Positives
+Great Length
+Faster than I believe people credit him for
+Tight coverage litters his tape
+Good fluidity
+Great understanding of route concepts, great anticipation
+Skilled punt returner
+Reliable tackler
Areas of Improvement
-Could play with more urgency and aggression
-Small hands that led to poor interception numbers and could explain the muffed punts
-Needs to do better job of locating football
Quick Hit
Grade: (88.85) - 2nd Round Grade
#04 - Nate Wiggins CB Clemson
Positives
+Swivels hips very easily
+Electric speed can mirror any route and catch any offense player with that makeup speed
+Plays with solid instincts in zone to go make a play
+Active hand fighter
+Limits yards after catch
+Aggressive tackler when he has wide open lane of attack, does well to limit yards after the catch
Areas of Improvement
-Thinner frame at 173 pounds
-Short arms
-Some things to clean up in press, feel as there are some false steps on tape, needs to play with more aggression and get hands on at the snap, and can come out too tall in mirror/match cause some footwork inconsistencies
-Lets up too much space in off coverage to I assume bate for more throws to go make plays
-Lacks the effort and aggression against blockers versus when the lane of attack is open
Quick Hit
Nate Wiggins exhibits exceptional hip flexibility and electrifying speed, enabling him to seamlessly mirror routes and disrupt passing lanes. His instinctive play in zone coverage and aggressive tendencies in coverage like his proactive hand fighting, downhill trigger, and need to make plays on the ball make him a potential menace for quarterbacks. However, his slender frame and shorter arms present challenges in press coverage and at the catch point, where he must maintain his aggression and technique with little room for error.Grade: (88.425) - 2nd Round Grade
#05 - Ennis Rakestraw Jr. CB Missouri
Positives
+Highly confident and competitive corner
+Great length
+Extremely physical player. He beats blocks coming down hill hard and blowing them up, he is a sound strong tackler, and is competitive at the catch point
+Plus press man corner with length, strength, toughness, and quickness to make life very hard for the receiver
+Smooth transitions and patient footwork
Areas of Improvement
-Penalties
-Small hands are very evident throughout tape, struggle to see him hauling in many turnovers throughout his career
-Thinner frame, have to wonder if his style of play will hold up
-Lacks the speed to hold up in deep part of field
Quick Hit
Rakestraw is a prospect with a commendable level of confidence and competitiveness, traits that often translate well at the next level. His impressive length and physicality make him a force on the field, excelling in press man coverage and disrupting passing lanes. However, concerns arise regarding his propensity for penalties, his smaller hands impacting his ability to create turnovers, and questions about his durability due to his thinner frame and lack of top-end speed.Grade: (86.825) - 2nd Round Grade
#06 - Cooper DeJean CB/S Iowa
Positives
+Return vision is spectacular, shows as punt returner and after interceptions
+Safety/Corner flexibility
+Good athlete
+Good size
+Can take on and defeat blocks allowing him to make the tackle
+Speed coming down linearly is good
+In off coverage he can come down and attach himself to the hip of the receiver and ride the route
+Disciplined and patient player that understands the quarterback and receiver
Areas of Improvement
-Limited man coverage experience
-Lack of fluidity is apparent
-Deceleration problems plague his film
-Sometimes he has to open early for guys who get on him faster opening himself up to double moves and fakes
Quick Hit
DeJean's film showcases remarkable return vision that is evident in his punt returns and interceptions. His versatility as a safety/cornerback, coupled with his athleticism and size, makes him a valuable asset. DeJean excels at shedding blocks to make tackles and displays good linear speed. While adept in off coverage, he lacks experience in man coverage and is left vulnerable because of the fluidity and deceleration issues.Grade: (86.075) - 2nd Round Grade
#07 - Mike Sainristill NB Michigan
Positives
+Great burst and short area quickness
+Just so fluid
+Strong instincts that allow him to make plays in coverage
+Ball hawk
+Sound tackler
Areas of Improvement
-Deep speed is closer to average
-Small hands
-Under desired length, height, and weight
-Strictly a slot corner in the NFL
Quick Hit
Grade: (84.825) - 2nd Round Grade
#08 - Andru Phillips CB Kentucky
Positives
+Good length
+Well versed in coverage techniques and roles providing some inside/out versatility
+Has enough burst to recover positioning
+Mindset to play inside and support against the run
+Forces incompletions
Areas of Improvement
-Aggression and lack of eye discipline takes him off course
-While he can rack up tackles he does so unrefined leaving even more stops on the table
-Anticipation needs refinement
Quick Hit
Phillips brings good length to the table along with a strong understanding of various coverage techniques, allowing for versatility in different roles while also giving inside and outside flexibility. His ability to recover positioning showcases decent burst, while his willingness to support against the run reflects a professional mindset.Grade: (80.15) - 3rd Round Grade
#09 - Kamari Lassiter CB Georgia
Positives
+Fluid hips, strong transitional athlete
+Plays a physical brand of football
+Does a great job of reading the receiver to key when to play the ball
+Extremely patient mirror and match corner
+Dr. Jekyll/Mr. Hyde personality in that he is extremely calm in coverage but post he lets the energy loose
+Special teamer
Areas of Improvement
-Speed is glaring issue
-Length, height, and weight concerns
-Small hands show on tape, don't see him securing many interceptions at next level
-Occasional false step in press
Quick Hit
Lassiter exhibits impressive fluidity in his hips, allowing for smooth transitions in coverage. He's known for his physical style of play and excels at reading the receiver to anticipate when to make plays on the ball. As a patient mirror-and-match corner, he demonstrates a calm demeanor in coverage. Additionally, his contributions on special teams add value to his skill set. However, concerns arise regarding his speed, as well as his length, height, and weight, which may affect his ability to compete at the NFL level.Grade: (80.05) - 3rd Round Grade
#10 - Nehemiah Pritchett CB Auburn
Positives
+Length and style of play that allows him a comfort level in press coverage
+Closing speed to eliminate space and play aggressive in zone
+Size to play outside corner
Areas of Improvement
-Needs to turn and find the ball downfield
-Tends to throw shoulder leading to misses
-Upright pedal can bring issues to transitions
Grade: (78.7) - 4th Round Grade
#11 - Max Melton CB/NB Rutgers
Positives
+Length
+Great speed, click and close is impressive; he generates so much power in smaller frame
+Challenges blocks
+Special teams contributer, 4 blocked punts in career
+Does well to use length in press, dictates movement and space
Areas of Improvement
-Handsy downfield resulting in penalties
-Plays high in back pedal and tackling
-Delays in transition
-Lower half looks thin
Quick Hit
Melton possesses exceptional length and impressive speed, showcasing remarkable power despite his smaller frame. He excels at challenging blocks and demonstrates a knack for generating momentum with his quick click-and-close ability. Additionally, his effectiveness on special teams, highlighted by four blocked punts in his career, adds versatility to his skill set.Grade: (78.525) - 4th Round Grade
#12 - Jarvis Brownlee Jr. CB/NB Louisville
Positives
+Length
+Competitive
+Trust his eyes
+Fluid hips
+Does well to use his hands and length in press
Areas of Improvement
-Over aggressiveness and wasted motion gets him caught
-Can be flat-footed at times
-Short
Grade: (77.4) - 4th Round Grade
#13 - TJ Tampa CB Iowa State
Positives
+Great length and size
+Decent hip fluidity
+Great zone eyes, instincts let him go make plays
+Hit stick tackles
Areas of Improvement
-Lack of long speed
-Poor tackler
-Inconsistent footwork
Quick Hit
Tampa possesses an imposing physique with excellent length and size, complemented by his ability to execute hit stick tackles effectively. His keen zone awareness and instincts enable him to read plays well. His length and physicality may eventually allow him to play press man effectively but he has things to clean up before that happens with confidence.Grade: (77.15) - 4th Round Grade
#14 - DJ James CB Auburn
Positives
+Good length
+Speed to stick with receivers in man and to easily close space in off coverage
+Inside/out versatility
+Strong form tackler
+Willing run defender
+Makes plays on the football
Areas of Improvement
-Incredibly small hands
-Significant weight issue
-Handsy late in the route
-Handsy late in the route
-Can be late finding football or not at all
-Sometimes goes into an upright backpedal
Grade: (76.625) - 4th Round Grade
#15 - Kris Abrams-Draine CB Missouri
Positives
+Solid length
+Good recovery speed
+Solid tackler
+Nice ability to play the football
Areas of Improvement
-Undersized with concerns over whether physicality will translate
-Can get handsy
-Inconsistent and slow transitions
Grade: (76.6) - 4th Round Grade
#16 - Renardo Green CB Florida State
Positives
+Good length to break up plays
+Patient press corner
+Does a nice job of feeling the route
+Positive in run support
Areas of Improvement
-May struggle to carry vertical routes
-Penalties have accumulated due to aggressive and handsy play
-Average click and close
-Must improve at locating football
Grade: (74.25) - 5th Round Grade
#17 - Decamerion Richardson CB Mississippi State
Positives
+Top tier size for position
+Crazy speed that allows him to recover for any issues on a given play
+Impressive run defender
Areas of Improvement
-Improper footwork and lack of route feel has him loosing reps early and often that his athletic ability has to make up for
-Susceptible to double moves
-Ball skills must improve
-Some hip tightness that may improve with better footwork and balance
Grade: (72.625) - 5th Round Grade
#18 - Khyree Jackson CB Oregon
Positives
+Fantastic size
+Length that can eliminate space between defender and receiver
Areas of Improvement
-Limited long speed
-Slow transitions
-Undisciplined and handsy
-Age
Grade: (71.05) - 6th Round Grade
#19 - Cam Hart CB Notre Dame
Positives
+Elite size and arm length
+Decent instincts
+Special teams contributor
Areas of Improvement
-Choppy footwork out of press
-Tight hips
-False steps in press put him adverse position from jump
-Has the size and experience that says press man but feel like he will play better in off coverage scheme might lead to being drafted by wrong team
Grade: (70.9) - 6th Round Grade
#20 - Jarrian Jones CB Florida State
Positives
+Voted teams most improved player moving into slot
+Ton of burn, has the speed to recover and under cut routes
+High level athlete
Areas of Improvement
-High form
-Glitch off the line, slow to react, minimal anticipation
-Vision
-A lot of missed tackles
Grade: (68.55) - 7th Round/PFA Grade
#21 - Caelon Carson CB Wake Forrest
Positives
+Aggressive at the catch point
+Good length
+Competitive
Areas of Improvement
-Takes a beat to get downhill from backpedal
-Allows for too much space at break
-Lack of anticipation on routes
-Late contact that will result in flags in the NFL
Grade: (68.45) - 7th Round/PFA Grade
#22 - Chau Smith-Wade CB Washington State
Positives
+Fluid hips
+Will come up and make tackles
Areas of Improvement
-Positioning and leverage can be a mess
-Slight hitch when he comes downhill sometimes
-NFL slot only size but has minimal experience in role
-Missed tackles
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