The Detroit Lions are in the market for a cornerback, and the NFL Combine is the perfect opportunity for them to get a closer look at some of the top prospects. Here are five cornerback prospects who could interest the Lions at the Combine:
Deonte Banks, Maryland
Banks is a physical cornerback with excellent size and athleticism. He’s a press-coverage specialist who excels at jamming receivers at the line of scrimmage. The Lions could use a cornerback with Banks’ skillset to pair with last year’s first-round pick, Jeff Okudah.
Joey Porter Jr., Penn State
Porter is a versatile cornerback who can play both inside and outside. He’s got excellent quickness and agility, which allows him to stay with receivers in and out of breaks. Porter’s also a willing tackler, which is a must for any cornerback in the Lions’ system.
Kelee Ringo, Georgia
Ringo is a long, athletic cornerback with excellent speed and agility. He’s a bit raw, but he’s got all the physical tools to be a shutdown cornerback in the NFL. The Lions could take a chance on Ringo and develop him into a starter.
Cam Smith, South Carolina
Smith is a physical cornerback with excellent size and strength. He’s a press-coverage specialist who excels at jamming receivers at the line of scrimmage. Smith’s also a willing tackler, which is a must for any cornerback in the Lions’ system.
# 5. Emmanuel Forbes, Mississippi State
Forbes is a ball-hawking cornerback with excellent quickness and agility. He’s got a nose for the ball, which is evident in his impressive interception numbers. Forbes is a bit undersized, but he’s got the heart and competitiveness to make up for it.
The Lions will likely be looking for a cornerback who can play both inside and outside, and who can provide a physical presence in the secondary. All five of these prospects have the potential to fill that role, and the Combine will be a great opportunity for the Lions to get a closer look.