*Garrett Williams, Syracuse, rSo, 5112, 190, 4.44e, NIC, Rd3 | REPORT, 11. Witherspoon is an outstanding pro corner, he's super aggressive without being particularly handsy, has the speed that allows him t Christian Gonzalez has elite speed and quickness showcased by his almost Olympic track time. Adding more strength to his frame would help him. CORNERBACK & SAFETY PROSPECT RANKING 2021 NFL DRAFT . Jaylin Williams, Indiana, rSr, 5096, 195, 4.44e, 0900, 2948, 7138, NFLPA/HULA, PFA | REPORT, 48. Woolen is a freak athlete with size and speed, but he has some background and medical concerns that need to be addressed to help him go on Day 2. Cameron Brown, Ohio State, Sr, 5117, 196, 4.42e, 0900, 3118, 7618, EWS, NIC, Rd4 | REPORT, 18. With at least four - and possibly as many as six first-round picks - this is perhaps the strongest group among all positions in the 2021 NFL . Kordell Rodgers, Texas State, Sr, 5104, 179, 4.53e, 0858, 3048, 7100, CGS, UDFA, 75. Can be a matchup negator. The 6-foot-1, 200-pound Evans has good size, speed and athleticism. As part of Athlon Sports' 2022 NFL Draft Guide, we have ranked each position, including 30 cornerbacks. He had a decent week at the Senior Bowl, but off-the-field issues are hurting him with teams. The path to the 2023 NFL Draft will cross a major checkpoint with the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine taking place at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis from February 28 to March 6. Hes still more of a reactive cornerback and will have to go to a static coverage defense to take advantage of his skillset. Hes got the best feet of any corner in the class and can plug into any scheme in the league. 5: Marcus Jones, Houston One-year starter who didn't sulk after losing a competition to McDuffie earlier in career . Thor's recent NFL Draft work: 3-Round Mock 4.0 (4/18) 2022 NFL Draft position rankings. *Ekow Boye-Doe, Kansas State, Sr, 5112, 174, 4.43e, PFA | REPORT, 61. At 6-foot-2, 201 pounds, Emerson has shown the skills to be a press-man corner, and he is not stiff at opening his hips to turn and run. Natrone Brooks, Southern Mississippi, Sr, 5090, 168, 4.50e, 0918, 3148, 7500, CGS, UDFA |REPORT, 60. Some limitations in speed and athleticism cause some team staff to question whether Taylor should move to safety in the NFL. View Ranking History. After a top-heavy cornerback class that turned out to be excellent in 2021, the 2022 version is littered with talent throughout the class. 4/27/22: Jamison notched 49 tackles, one interception and one breakup in 2021. Terrelll Smith, Minnesota, rSr, 6004, 207, 4.48e, 0900, 3268, 7700, NIC, PFA | REPORT, 39. 7/17/21: Taylor-Britt is a thickly built corner who flashed some big-play ability for the Cornhuskers during the past two seasons. 1 corner during his freshman season. Illinois' Devon Witherspoon takes the top spot: The feisty cornerback earned a 92.0 grade and didn't surrender a single touchdown in 2022. Trevius Hodges-Tomlinson out of TCU is one of the top SR prospects for the 2023 NFL draft, listed at 59 180 hes an elite mover, with an aggressive, and playmaking style at the CB position that Im excited to watch this upcoming season. 7/17/21: Castro-Fields has good size and speed to run well in pre-draft workouts so he could be a riser during the process leading up to the 2022 NFL Draft. If theres one thing you should know about Forbes, its that hes going to get his hands on some footballs. USA TODAY Sports Network. *Deonte Banks, Maryland, rJr, 6006, 205, 4.44e, NIC, Rd2 | REPORT, 7. pic.twitter.com/yJwMzFQJuA. Some team sources say they love Stingley's upside, but he's inconsistent and carries some boom-or-bust risk considering how little he played in 2020 and 2021. After a top-heavy cornerback class that turned out to be excellent in 2021, the 2022 version is littered with talent throughout the class. Similar to cover 2, made famous by Tony Dungy in Tampa Bay, but with a twist; the middle . He showed added special teams value in 2021 by serving as a punt returner. NFL Mock Draft Simulation: Eagles pick cornerback at No. 4/27/22: Thompson totaled 34 tackles, two passes defended and an interception in 2021. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-USA TODAY Sports. Though corner is a strength of the Cleveland Browns they still need to figure out the nickel corner role. Tyon Davis, Tulsa, Sr, 5107, 178, 4.50e, 0918, 3048, 7518, HULA, UDFA, 62. DJ Ivey, Miami, rSr, 6004, 194, 4.50e, 0928, 3278, 7878, NFLPA, PFA | REPORT, 42. pic.twitter.com/WqZkvdLCGm, Tyler Browning (@DiabeticTyler) January 17, 2023. With plenty of talent at the outside corner position as well as some intriguing options for teams like the Browns looking for a slot cornerback. With his quickness, instincts and agility, McCreary is reliable to run the route and prevent separation. All defensive backs are in man coverage except for the free safety who is responsible for the deep middle of the field. Syracuse DB Garrett Williams (@garrettismynam3) is the type of player who I could see working inside-out at the next level. 7/17/21: Johnson was solid for Duke in 2020, but he really impressed during the previous two seasons. He is fast, athletic and instinctive. Gardner was a productive and steady cover corner over the past three seasons. 4/27/22: Jones dealt with injury in 2021. He had 50 tackles as a freshman, 54 stops and three interceptions as a sophomore, and broke up 11 passes during both the 2018 and 2020 seasons. 2021 NFL draft CB rankings: Patrick Surtain II, Caleb Farley among top cornerback prospects. Overall, Ward is the top cornerback for the 2018 NFL Draft and is likely to go in the top half of the first round. Jones is a tall and thin corner who might need to add strength in the upper and lower body for the NFL. He has room for further development though. 1 pick. The value of the class will be found on Day 2, as theres not a ton of top-tier options but a lot of promising film to develop. Interior Offensive Line. As we look ahead to the next big mile marker in the predraft process, the NFL Scouting Combine, heres an updated look at how we rank the top cornerback prospects in this years draft: Gary Cosby Jr/The Tuscaloosa News via USA TODAY Sports, Sign up for the The Draft Wire newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning. Williams is tall and has some quickness. He has a good skill set and is a talented cover corner, but some team sources have questions about his mental makeup. For that role, he will need to add some strength to tackle. Illinois' Devon Witherspoon takes the top spot: The feisty cornerback earned a 92.0 grade and didn't surrender a single touchdown in 2022. Its why his career statistics are pretty insane. However, he carries that size extremely well. The 40-yard dash times are in, and the best of this year so far is also one of the top marks in recent combine history. He broke out in 2019 as a freshman, recording 45 tackles, two forced fumbles, an interception and two passes defended. "He's 6-foot-3, but real raw. He flashed in 2019 with 32 tackles and four breakups. He stands at 6'1 although he appears to be closer to 6'2 and is 200 pounds. Playing well against Alabama and Ole Miss would help Brown. Oh, and he didnt allow a single touchdown all season. 4/27/22: Elam played really well to open the 2021 season, including an impressive performance against Alabama. 2023 NFL DRAFT PRIMER SERIES: QB | RB | WR | TE | OL | DL | EDGE | LB | CB | S, PLAYER KEY: Rank, Player, School, Year, Height, Weight, Forty, Hand, Arm, Wingspan, All-Star Game, Combine Status, Projection | Scouting Report, ABBREVIATIONS: SRB = Senior Bowl, EWS = East-West Shrine Bowl, NFLPA = NFLPA Collegiate Bowl, HULA = Hula Bowl, TROP = Tropical Bowl, CGS = College Gridiron Showcase, NIC = NFL Combine Invite, UDFA = Undrafted Free Agent, NIC (National Invitational Camp) = NFL Scouting Combine, RANK | NAME | SCHOOL | YR | HT | WT | FORTY | HAND | ARM | WING | AS | COMBINE | PROJECTION | PROFILE, 1. *Lance Boykin, Coastal Carolina, rSr, 6022, 202, 4.56e, 0968, 3238, 7828, NIC, Rd4 | REPORT, 17. Even though he came to the Volunteers as a wide receiver, Taylor worked his way onto the field as a freshman after switching to cornerback. Unlock all tools and content including Player Grades, Fantasy, NFL Draft, Premium Stats, Greenline and DFS. Quarterbacks. Some standout first-round prospects are Ahmad Gardner from Cincinnati, Derek Stingley from LSU, Andrew Booth Jr. from Clemson, and Trent McDuffie from Washington. He's got ideal size at 6-1 and 200 lbs and was Joey Porter Jr. is a super-talented cornerback who has improved each and every year at college until 2022 where he played at an elite level. Aspiring college or profootball journalist? You'll find the 40 time on the Y-axis and on the X-axis the weight in pounds. Established in 2002, the NFL Draft Bible is the most trusted independent scouting service in the world and is used by all 32 NFL teams. Even though he lacks size, Williams showed his willingness to tackle in 2019 when he racked up 73 stops. Hill flashed some nice ability over the past few seasons for the Wolverines. Surtain was the highest-graded cornerback in college football this past season and has seen his PFF grade increase every single year since his freshman campaign. The 2021 NFL draft is just a couple of months away, so it's time to update our prospect rankings for every position group in this year's class. Lazar's NFL Draft Rankings: Best Fits for the Patriots at Offensive Tackle Heading Into the Combine. 1. It wasnt a good event for Oregon States Alex Austin who ran just a 4.55 40-yard dash at 6-foot-1 and 195 pounds. In fact, Ringo allowed the most deep receptions this past season among cornerbacks in this top-10 (seven). Forty Time Secs 4.41. 7/17/21: Stingley totaled 27 tackles, a forced fumble and five passes broken up in 2020. The sources who don't like him see a corner who is too thin, needs to get stronger, and gets pushed and boxed out at the catch point. 92.9. As a result, some teams graded him as a mid-round backup. Ahmad Gardner, Cincinnati . Lucas could stand to get stronger and fill out his frame for the NFL. He may very well run in the low 4.3s when the combine rolls around that speed showed up on tape in a number of ways. Jacob Roach. Thats going to take a massive leap next fall, as hell be coveted by man-heavy teams. Keeanu Benton, Wisconsin. Here are the top NFL draft prospects to watch for: Washington. Armour-Davis helped himself by working out well at the combine. A known media maven, who created the NFL Draft Bible, which is used by all 32 NFL teams. Ameer Speed, Michigan State, Sr, 6034, 210, 4.52e, NFLPA, PFA | REPORT, 40. Thus, McCreary has a wide range of where he could come off the board during the 2022 NFL Draft. We've compared players 40 times and weight and charted them on the scatter chart below. Gardner totaled 28 stops, three interceptions and nine passes broken up in 2020. *Emmanuel Forbes, Mississippi State, Jr, 6002, 180, 4.40e, NIC, Rd2 | REPORT, 8. Team sources like Elam's cover skills, but they have some concerns about his speed for matching up with NFL receivers. Jarrick Bernard-Converse, LSU, rJr, 6006, 197, 4.52e, 0958, 3200, 7928, EWS/HULA, PFA |REPORT, 37. While the future is bright with Jaylon Johnson, the question is who will start . With the Big Tens shortened schedule, however, those came on only 223 coverage snaps. Siriman Harrison, Guelph, Sr, 6013, 195, 4.56e, 0900, 3100, 7468, CGS, UDFA, RANK | NAME | SCHOOL | YR | HT | WT | FORTY, 1. An injury cost him time in 2020, but McCollum had three interceptions each season in 2017-2019. This 2023 NFL Draft cornerback class is a good and intriguing one with plenty of talent for teams looking for corner help. 4/27/22: Bryant played well for Cincinnati in 2021, recording 44 tackles, three interceptions and 11 passes defended. https://brownswire.usatoday.com/lists/2023-nfl-draft-cornerbacks-stock-nfl-scouting-combine/. Team sources say McDuffie is a smooth corner with speed and cover skills. To be qualified for this list, it's important to note that a player must be classified as a true sophomore or a redshirt freshman. pic.twitter.com/tmZromjz0r, Tru Maroon Nation (@TruMaroonNation) October 16, 2022. He has an excellent combination of size and speed. He faces some limitations for the NFL, however. Luckily for NFL teams, this cornerback class is loaded with talent from top to bottom including a handful of first-round prospects with Day One high-level starting . He was just stuck in a scheme that didnt play to his strengths. Prospects like Alabama's Bryce Young, Ohio State 's C.J. 7/17/21: Young had a solid debut for Rutgers in 2018, recording 65 tackles and 10 passes broken up. We witnessed one of the all-time great rookie cornerback classes in 2022 with alumni such as All-Pro first round pick Sauce Gardner (Jets) and Pro Bowl selection Tariq Woolen (Seahawks). Justin Layne, Michigan State. Senior Bowl director Jim Nagy posted early on that Woolen could be a second- or third-round pick in the 2022 NFL Draft. He has quality size and plays tough. Jeremy Murphy, Concordia, Sr, 6004, 189, 4.54e, 3200, 7568, CGS, UDFA, 65. SAN DIEGO COUNTY CREDIT UNION HOLIDAY BOWL. Gardner had a good workout at the 2022 NFL Scouting Combine, including a fast 40, but the perception of his performance in the meetings was love/hate. The 2023 corner class doesn't hold any superstars like last year's Sauce Gardner but it still has a number of quality pro prospects with five having close to first-round grades on them. Live picks, grades and reaction to the 2023 NFL Draft. 4/27/22: Smith collected 65 tackles, two interceptions, two forced fumbles and three passes defended in 2021. Quavian White, Georgia State, rSr, 5083, 187, 4.50e, 0918, 3100, 7448, NFLPA, PFA | REPORT, 53. Great job slipping through the rub/switch release. In today's positional player rankings, we turn our attention to the group of cornerback prospects entering the 2022 NFL Draft.. He has a good skill set, so he could help himself in pre-draft workouts. Its the games like Tennessee (92.3 coverage grade) and Alabama (85.9) that get you excited about what hes physically capable of doing at the next level. 4/27/22: Jones was one of the most dangerous ball hawks in college football in 2021, putting up some fabulous ball production. *Tyric LeBeauf, Boise State, rSr, 6016, 180, 4.50e, UDFA, 68. He needs to use 2021 to show he isn't and is smooth out of breaks to prevent separation. 7/17/21: McCreary was excellent in 2020, recording three interceptions, six passes defended, one forced fumble and 45 tackles. RELATED: When is the 2022 NFL Draft: Dates, schedule, TV channel, start time, Round 1 draft order 2022 NFL Draft Ranking - Cornerbacks No. 2022 NFL Draft rankings: QB2 Matt Corral. Stroud and Kentucky's . College Junior Cincinnati. William Jackson III, Houston - 1st Round. 4/27/22: In 2021, Fields totaled 45 tackles and 10 passes broken up. He has the speed and athleticism to play in the slot in the NFL running a blazing 4.26-second 40-yard dash. PFF's 2021 NFL Draft Guide is loaded with three-page draft profiles on hundreds of NFL draft prospects in the 2021 class. 7/17/21: Webb made a favorable impression on NFL advance scouts to receive a nice projection heading into the 2021 season. 7/17/21: Zaven Collins wasn't the only Tulsa defender who jumped out in 2020, as Evans had a big season with 29 tackles and three passes broken up while showing blanket coverage. Trae Waynes, 6'0 1/8, 186 . For the most part, Kendrick played well for Clemson in 2020. Williams would likely land much higher on this list were it not for a torn ACL against, Ricks was a bit of a surprise declaration considering he made all of four starts this season due to a nagging back problem. 4/27/22: Emerson is a tall cornerback with good length and the size to handle big pro receivers. Armour-Davis collected three interceptions, four passes broken up and 30 tackles in 2021, but he was also injured to close out the season. #RollTide pic.twitter.com/ubG8hNyP0t, ???????????????????????? Jones could be a late-round or undrafted free agent who competes to be a nickel corner. Some sources feel Gordon could be a big nickel in the NFL. Evans was decent, but did not stand out, at the Senior Bowl. He flashed some coverage ability and a good skill set there. He is a smooth cover corner who has good discipline and fundamentals to go along with a quality skill set. Joey Porter Jr is the son of NFL standout linebacker Joey Porter, and while he doesn't have his father's size, he plays with his physicality and relentlessness. The 2023 Senior Bowl is officially in the books, and after another revelatory week of action in Mobile, its time to update our prospect rankings for each position group in the 2023 NFL draft class. 7/17/21: Lucas has been a solid player for the Sun Devils across the past four seasons, but he has some size and speed limitations for the NFL. While only listed at 6-foot, Forbes has a much longer wingspan than youd expect for a man that size, which is why hes consistently able to make plays from behind receivers. If the Browns turn to the draft for a slot corner early Turner should be on that list of prospects. Player Summary Joey Porter Jr. is a super-talented cornerback who has improved each and every year at college until 2022 where he played at an elite level.. *Jaylon Jones, Texas A&M, Jr, 6010, 205, 4.50e, NIC, Rd4 | REPORT, 20. Makes a play at the catch point, too. Team sources say that Stingley has the skill set to be one of the best corners in the NFL, but they wonder if he can put it all together. McDuffie recorded 35 tackles and six passes broken up on the year. An injury cost him time in 2020, but McCollum had three interceptions each season in 2017-2019. He then participated in the Senior Bowl. 4/27/22: Williams had a quality season for Fayetteville State and earned an invitation to the Senior Bowl. Emmanuel Forbes is HIM. Cornerback Rankings | 11-32. I like how he is physical here, gets hands on the receiver during the contact window pushes em towards the sideline. Over th mini 2020 season, he totaled 14 tackles and a pick. Forty Time Secs 4.32. Now that has Derion Kendrick has left the program for Georgia, Booth should be the Tigers No. He was fantastic as a freshman, flashing serious ball skills even though he had a part-time role. 4/27/22: Gordon recorded 45 tackles, two interceptions and seven passes broken up in 2021. Daniel Jeremiah's updated rankings of the 50 best prospects in the 2022 NFL Draft has 46 players changing spots, including three of the top four QBs. Teams are mostly interested in Jones because of his return skills as he projects to be a dangerous punt and kick returner in the NFL. On offense in 2018, he recorded 15 receptions for 210 yards and five carries for 41 yards. isty, as the TCU corner was flagged 14 times this past season. The last time we saw him, in 2019, he earned a 90.5 coverage grade and allowed a passer rating of only 26.8. He may not ever be among the elite at the position due to his athletic profile, but hes a guy you want on your defense. Unlike the last draft cycle, this year's crop of quarterbacks is garnering buzz at its top. 7/17/21: Jones played well overall in 2020, recording 39 tackles, an interception and five passes defended. Larry Hawkins, Old Dominion, Sr, 6012, 190, 4.57e, 0958, 3200, 7800, HULA, UDFA, 63. 9) Xavier Worthy, WR, Texas. Truly freaky stuff. *Tiawan Mullen, Indiana, Sr, 5085, 182, 4.42e, PFA | REPORT, 58. 7/17/21: Elam played well in 2020, recording 39 tackles, two interceptions and 11 passes broken up. 2016 NFL Draft Positional Rankings. The tape of Hill as a safety is not as impressive compared to when he played nickel corner. Rejzohn Wright, Oregon State, Jr, 6020, 196, 4.53e, 0948, 3248, 7728, SRB, NIC, Rd5 | REPORT, 25. Projected Round: Third. 4/27/22: Durant recorded five tackles, two interceptions and two passes defended in 2021. In 2021, Hill recorded 69 tackles, two interceptions and eight passes broken up. Gowan only has one season of major college football under his belt back in 2019 before opting out this past season. Those numbers were good for a 25.0 passer rating worse than spiking the ball every play. The 2023 corner class doesn't hold any superstars like last year's Sauce Gardner but it still has a number of quality pro prospects with five having close to first-round grades on them. He doesnt panic while working back into phase. There has been a critical error on this website. That is why cornerback has been the most selected position in recent drafts as teams try their hand . Showing the speed to run with fast wideouts is another area in which he could stand to improve. He's got ideal size at 6-1 and 200 lb Joey Porter Jr. is a super-talented cornerback who has improved each and every year at college until 2022 where he played at an el Cam Smith is an excellent pro prospect who has played at an elite level over the past two years - allowing a class-leading QB rati Ringo is a super athletic powerful and speedy classic outside corner who looks like he is chiseled out of stone. 4/27/22: It took some time for Goodrich to break onto the field given the loaded secondary at Clemson, but he played well as a senior with 41 tackles, one interception and eight passes defended. Smith recorded 64 tackles, an interception and six passes defended in 2020. He has excellent length and runs well enough to have starting potential. 4/27/22: Lucas collected 34 tackles and six passes defended in 2021. The importance of defending the pass forces fans to ask who the best cornerbacks in the NFL are in 2022. Over his career, he totaled 32 passes broken up and 10 interceptions. *Gemon Green, Michigan, rSr, 6006, 187, 4.44e, PFA | REPORT, 47. The top 2022 Cornerback prospects available for the 2022 NFL Draft. 1. 90-81. 4/27/22: Armour-Davis won the starting cornerback spot opposite Josh Jobe in 2021 as the replacement for Patrick Surtain. He picked off 14 passes and broke up 17 more over three seasons as a starter for the Bulldogs. After an elite freshman season with LSU and a disappointing 2021 to follow, Ricks announced his transfer to Alabama. As a redshirt freshman, Lucas had 59 tackles with eight passes broken up and two interceptions. *Cory Trice, Purdue, rSr, 6026, 215, 4.55e, NIC, Rd5 | REPORT, 22. Top 10 CBs in the 2023 NFL Draft 10) Deonte Banks, Maryland. While just seven cornerbacks were chosen through the first two days of the NFL Draft last year, there would be a grand total of 35 who heard their name called by the end of Day Three. He was targeted 63 times but allowed just 22 catches for 206 yards with three interceptions and 14 pass breakups. You dont need to watch too much more than the Ohio State games the past two years to figure out why Porter is getting first-round hype. McCreary recorded 49 tackles, 14 passes defended and two interceptions in 2021. Athletically Gonzalez put himself in elite territory getting a 9.95 Relative Athletic Score based on his combine testing. In-depth prospect rankings with linked reports and all updated player information. 4/27/22: Junior was a standout corner at Ouachita, and that play earned him a Senior Bowl invitation. Kendrick played offense for Clemson before he was moved to corner out of emergency in 2019. After little production during the previous two years, Williams totaled four interceptions, five passes broken up, one sack and 30 tackles over the eight games of 2020. He has a good skill set, but his lack of consistency was shown in busted coverage too often. Check out all of the movement, from 1 to 50. 4/27/22: In 2021, Williams had 63 tackles, nine passes broken up and an interception. Bryant put together a decent week at the Senior Bowl. Diggs only allowed a 42.3% Pass Completion rate into his coverage area in 2019 Season. The draft guide also includes three-year grades, advanced stats, player comparisons, 2021 NFL Scouting Combine data, 2021 Reese's Senior Bowl grades and much more. Eli Ricks is a name that was toward the top of any cornerback rankings as we headed into the 2022 season. Smooth athlete with quick twitch at 6'2", 205 pounds. Fields is sleeper who could rise, but he needs to show the ability to run with speed receivers in his fifth season with the Red Raiders. He's got good size and length, and he can run just enough to be fine. The Browns got a better look at these guys at the NFL Scouting Combine. Marcus Peters, 5'11 5/8, 197 pounds, CB, Washington. . In 2019, he recorded 46 tackles, three interceptions and 13 passes broken up. He should look to add more functional strength for the NFL. He is very undersized and will have to compete to be a backup slot corner and special teams contributor. While his name has obviously taken a backseat to Stingley's in the SEC over the past couple of seasons, Elam hasn't been too far off. However, no cornerback may be more physical than Joey Porter Jr. (it runs in the family), as the Penn State playmaker man brings size, athleticism and change of direction ability, along with the propensity to create turnovers.
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