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I think it is not secret that the Cowboys will be looking for CBs in this draft.
One other thing to consider is a CB with Special teams experience.
We lost Dwayne Harris who was not only a returner but also one of the better Special Teams players against opposing teams return game.
So here is some stuff about some of the CBs in the draft that also have some exp on Special teams.
I think the Cowboys might be looking for a CB who also can play ST in order to justify more playing time and taking in the first round (even if they don't use them much on ST after using it as another reason they took the player in the first place...remember T.Newman's return game as one of the reasons they gave in drafting him).
The following notations come from Walter Football http://BAN-INCOMING-IN-3-2-1/draft2015CB.php
If anyone knows of other CBs with Special teams Exp or if they have more info on specific CBs with special teams exp on this list...please feel free to add to the info.
Ronald Darby Florida State
Darby notched 43 tackles with four passes broken up in 2014 and was a solid contributor on special teams as well. He played well against Oklahoma State in the season opener, but had a mixed outing against Clemson.
Read more at http://BAN-INCOMING-IN-3-2-1/draft2015CB.php#TcwXZhvfTi77Z0JB.99
Ifo Ekpre-Olomu, CB, Oregon
In the Pac-12 Championship, Ekpre-Olomu had five tackles and a forced fumble on special teams against Arizona. He did well in pass coverage. Against Stanford, Ekpre-Olomu recorded nine tackles and helped limit Ty Montgomery from making any big plays. Overall, it was a good tape for Ekpre-Olomu. A few games earlier, Ekpre-Olomu had a good outing against Washington with a couple of passes broken up and some tackles. Versus UCLA, he had an impressive interception that he tricked Brett Hundley into throwing and had a pass broken up on a two-point conversion attempt.
Read more at http://BAN-INCOMING-IN-3-2-1/draft2015CB.php#TcwXZhvfTi77Z0JB.99
Charles Gaines*, CB, Louisville
8/27/14: Gaines converted from wide receiver to cornerback for 2013 and had an excellent debut at his new position. He totaled five interceptions, seven passes broken up and 22 tackles for the year. Gaines needs to improve his technique in coverage, but he has lot of natural ability. Gaines could also stand to improve his run defense and tackling. Filling out his frame would help with that. He also is a good weapon on special teams.
Read more at http://BAN-INCOMING-IN-3-2-1/draft2015CB.php#TcwXZhvfTi77Z0JB.99
Wayne Lyons, CB, Stanford
5/30/14: Lyons has good size and strength on the edge while also being a special teams contributor. The junior totaled 69 tackles with two passes broken up and an interception in 2013. To rise in the rankings as a senior, Lyons needs to show the speed and athleticism to cover speed receivers. He was beaten too often last year and allowed too much separation.
Read more at http://BAN-INCOMING-IN-3-2-1/draft2015CB.php#TcwXZhvfTi77Z0JB.99
Cody Riggs, CB/S, Notre Dame
8/27/14: Riggs played safety for Florida in 2013 and was burned on a few a plays against Miami, Georgia and LSU. He recorded 51 tackles, three passes broken up and 7.5 tackles for a loss for the season. To get more consistent playing time, Riggs transferred to Notre Dame for his senior year. He is projected to be a starting cornerback. For the NFL, he would be a better fit as a slot corner and special teams competitor.
Riggs had a good start to the 2012 and was playing well against Texas A&M before leaving with a broken foot. He was expected to be out a month, but never returned to the field. Riggs made his debut for the Gators as a true freshman in 2010 and started three games, but played mostly special teams. He had 18 tackles with an interception. Riggs won a starting spot in 2011 and recorded 31 stops with two passes broken up.
Read more at http://BAN-INCOMING-IN-3-2-1/draft2015CB.php#TcwXZhvfTi77Z0JB.99
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Of all of those listed...Darby and Ifo are the only top end guys who would be in the 2-3 round range with some thinking Darby could sneak into the first.
Of all of those listed...Darby is the only one we have had interest in or visited with.
One other thing to consider is a CB with Special teams experience.
We lost Dwayne Harris who was not only a returner but also one of the better Special Teams players against opposing teams return game.
So here is some stuff about some of the CBs in the draft that also have some exp on Special teams.
I think the Cowboys might be looking for a CB who also can play ST in order to justify more playing time and taking in the first round (even if they don't use them much on ST after using it as another reason they took the player in the first place...remember T.Newman's return game as one of the reasons they gave in drafting him).
The following notations come from Walter Football http://BAN-INCOMING-IN-3-2-1/draft2015CB.php
If anyone knows of other CBs with Special teams Exp or if they have more info on specific CBs with special teams exp on this list...please feel free to add to the info.
Ronald Darby Florida State
Darby notched 43 tackles with four passes broken up in 2014 and was a solid contributor on special teams as well. He played well against Oklahoma State in the season opener, but had a mixed outing against Clemson.
Read more at http://BAN-INCOMING-IN-3-2-1/draft2015CB.php#TcwXZhvfTi77Z0JB.99
Ifo Ekpre-Olomu, CB, Oregon
In the Pac-12 Championship, Ekpre-Olomu had five tackles and a forced fumble on special teams against Arizona. He did well in pass coverage. Against Stanford, Ekpre-Olomu recorded nine tackles and helped limit Ty Montgomery from making any big plays. Overall, it was a good tape for Ekpre-Olomu. A few games earlier, Ekpre-Olomu had a good outing against Washington with a couple of passes broken up and some tackles. Versus UCLA, he had an impressive interception that he tricked Brett Hundley into throwing and had a pass broken up on a two-point conversion attempt.
Read more at http://BAN-INCOMING-IN-3-2-1/draft2015CB.php#TcwXZhvfTi77Z0JB.99
Charles Gaines*, CB, Louisville
8/27/14: Gaines converted from wide receiver to cornerback for 2013 and had an excellent debut at his new position. He totaled five interceptions, seven passes broken up and 22 tackles for the year. Gaines needs to improve his technique in coverage, but he has lot of natural ability. Gaines could also stand to improve his run defense and tackling. Filling out his frame would help with that. He also is a good weapon on special teams.
Read more at http://BAN-INCOMING-IN-3-2-1/draft2015CB.php#TcwXZhvfTi77Z0JB.99
Wayne Lyons, CB, Stanford
5/30/14: Lyons has good size and strength on the edge while also being a special teams contributor. The junior totaled 69 tackles with two passes broken up and an interception in 2013. To rise in the rankings as a senior, Lyons needs to show the speed and athleticism to cover speed receivers. He was beaten too often last year and allowed too much separation.
Read more at http://BAN-INCOMING-IN-3-2-1/draft2015CB.php#TcwXZhvfTi77Z0JB.99
Cody Riggs, CB/S, Notre Dame
8/27/14: Riggs played safety for Florida in 2013 and was burned on a few a plays against Miami, Georgia and LSU. He recorded 51 tackles, three passes broken up and 7.5 tackles for a loss for the season. To get more consistent playing time, Riggs transferred to Notre Dame for his senior year. He is projected to be a starting cornerback. For the NFL, he would be a better fit as a slot corner and special teams competitor.
Riggs had a good start to the 2012 and was playing well against Texas A&M before leaving with a broken foot. He was expected to be out a month, but never returned to the field. Riggs made his debut for the Gators as a true freshman in 2010 and started three games, but played mostly special teams. He had 18 tackles with an interception. Riggs won a starting spot in 2011 and recorded 31 stops with two passes broken up.
Read more at http://BAN-INCOMING-IN-3-2-1/draft2015CB.php#TcwXZhvfTi77Z0JB.99
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Of all of those listed...Darby and Ifo are the only top end guys who would be in the 2-3 round range with some thinking Darby could sneak into the first.
Of all of those listed...Darby is the only one we have had interest in or visited with.
