Placeholder For CB And Safety Prospects

I'll go on record stating that we don't need to draft a CB high. Addressing both lines first would have a greater impact. Plus, it's not like the cupboard is bare from a talent perspective. Let Zimmer prove what a great CB whisperer he is.

I'm not sure if there's a more fearless corner in this class than Amik Robertson

First clip he's right up in the face of Quez Watkins, who ran a 4.35 at the combine

Second one he just reads QB the entire time and steals the ball - master of that in CFB (16 PBUs/5 INTs in '19) pic.twitter.com/sUPobLIT0t

— Connor Rogers (@ConnorJRogers) April 1, 2020

@"BarrNone55" said: I'll go on record stating that we don't need to draft a CB high. Addressing both lines first would have a greater impact. Plus, it's not like the cupboard is bare from a talent perspective. Let Zimmer prove what a great CB whisperer he is.

@"BarrNone55" said: I'll go on record stating that we don't need to draft a CB high. Addressing both lines first would have a greater impact. Plus, it's not like the cupboard is bare from a talent perspective. Let Zimmer prove what a great CB whisperer he is.

Great DL’s make average CB’s look good
Average DL’s can make great DB’s look bad

@"Skodin" said:

@"BarrNone55" said: I'll go on record stating that we don't need to draft a CB high. Addressing both lines first would have a greater impact. Plus, it's not like the cupboard is bare from a talent perspective. Let Zimmer prove what a great CB whisperer he is.

Completely agreed.  Find a disruptive pass rusher at DT 1st and another 3rd round development DE guy for rotation.  Those two positions would be upgrades, depth, and give our current CB’s some advantages.   Would love a CB in the 2nd, not first

Great DL’s make average CB’s look good
Average DL’s can make great DB’s look bad

https://www.pff.com/news/draft-2020-nfl-draft-top-10-cornerbacks-by-coverage-situation

@"BarrNone55" said:

AMIK ROBERTSONDB, LOUISIANA TECH BULLDOGS

Louisiana Tech CB Amik Robertson was given a grade of 91.9 in single coverage situations by Pro Football Focus. Robertson (5'8/187) sits atop PFF's grade list for corners in four scenarios: single coverage, against clean-pocket throws (92.6), obvious passing situations (91.0) and contested-catch situations (98.3) . With regard to his work in man, the former Louisiana Tech standout allowed a completion percentage of just 32.5% in 2019. But he's projected by multiple draft analysts to be a Day 3 selection in this month's draft, with the lack of size being the biggest concern. And if that comes to fruition, Robertson could wind up being one of the steals of this draft. "An extremely feisty corner from La-Tech, Robertson may have to move inside at the next level, but don’t be surprised to see him make plays in the NFL," PFF's Sam Monson wrote in his breakdown.

SOURCE: Pro Football Focus

I like him too, but I think he's just too small for Zim.

@"BarrNone55" said: I like him too, but I think he's just too small for Zim.

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  C.J. HENDERSONDB, FLORIDA GATORS

  Pro Football Focus credited Florida CB C.J. Henderson with 20 or fewer receptions allowed in all three of his seasons in school. Henderson was as stingy as cornerbacks come in college. During all three seasons Henderson was in college, the stud cornerbacks allowed 20 or fewer receptions, which comes out to fewer than two per game for seasons in which he was a starter. At 6-foot-1 and 204-pounds, Henderson has a strong, lean frame and all the necessary athletic ability to keep up with wide receivers of all shapes, sizes, and skill sets. While his technique could use a dash of work, which is true for most young cornerbacks, Henderson should become one of the more productive cornerbacks in this class in the years to come. 

  SOURCE: PFF College on TwitterApr 2, 2020, 5:37 PM ET

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  A.J. TERRELLDB, CLEMSON TIGERS

  Pro Football Focus calculated that Clemson CB A.J. Terrell played 9.4 snaps per target in coverage, which was the highest mark among CBs eligible for the 2020 NFL Draft. In other words, Terrell (6'1/195) was rarely targeted relative to how often he played. Even as a full-time starter for two seasons, Terrell was targeted only about two to three times per game throughout his career at Clemson. Of course, it still very much matters what a cornerback gets done in the event he is targeted, but that Terrell could so consistently persuade quarterbacks to look the other way is impressive. 

  SOURCE: PFF College on TwitterApr 2, 2020, 2:11 PM ET

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  CHRIS WILLIAMSONDB, MINNESOTA GOLDEN GOPHERS

  Minnesota CB Chris Williamson recently met virtually with the Bills, Panthers, Cardinals and Vikings according to SB Nation's Justin Melo. Williamson (6'0/205) wasn't invited to participate in the NFL Scouting Combine, but his positional versatility is viewed as a positive as the draft draws closer. Projected to be a Day 3 selection, the former Golden Gopher had a productive 2019 after struggling with injuries for much of his time at Florida (Williamson transferred ahead of the 2017 season). Unfortunately for Williamson and many other prospects they've lost the ability to compete in a pro day setting due to the coronavirus pandemic, but at this point NFL scouts and decision makers have more than enough tape to pore over as they make their decisions. 

  SOURCE: Justin Melo on TwitterApr 2, 2020, 12:42 PM ET

CJ Henderson is a phenomenal pure cover corner. You can dock him for tackling woes, but dude is sticky as hell in coverage.

pic.twitter.com/qg6BGQ4Ynp

— Nick Farabaugh (@FarabaughFB) April 2, 2020

@"BarrNone55" said:

• A.J. TERRELLDB, CLEMSON TIGERS

  Pro Football Focus calculated that Clemson CB A.J. Terrell played 9.4 snaps per target in coverage, which was the highest mark among CBs eligible for the 2020 NFL Draft. In other words, Terrell (6'1/195) was rarely targeted relative to how often he played. Even as a full-time starter for two seasons, Terrell was targeted only about two to three times per game throughout his career at Clemson. Of course, it still very much matters what a cornerback gets done in the event he is targeted, but that Terrell could so consistently persuade quarterbacks to look the other way is impressive. 

  SOURCE: PFF College on TwitterApr 2, 2020, 2:11 PM ET

https://m.youtube.com/watch?feature=youtu.be&v=YTW-ioU1TfE

@"BarrNone55" said:

Darren Wolfson

@DWolfsonKSTP

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Fulton’s interview with the #Vikings at the Combine was a formal one. He had been previously mentioned as meeting with MN in Indy, but able to advance with the formal designation. https://twitter.com/justinm_nfl/st

Jake Reed’s son, man that makes me feel old, safety J.R. Reed is another solid prospect connecting virtually with the #Vikings. Was a team captain for a great Bulldogs squad, and was first team All-SEC. pic.twitter.com/FUkZApdjAP

— Darren Wolfson (@DWolfsonKSTP) April 7, 2020