tm1119
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I see very little love for this guy around here and I'm curious why. 6'1 with 4.4 speed and played well as a 2 year starter on a D that was national championship worthy. 8 INT's in those 2 years as well. And the Cowboys have shown major interest in him with 2 separate meetings including him as 1 of 30 official team visits.
Name: Cordrea Tankersley
School: Clemson
Position fit: Outside cornerback
Stats to know: Allowed a passer rating of only 41.2 in two full seasons
What he does best:
https://www.profootballfocus.com/draft-pff-scouting-report-cordrea-tankersley-cb-clemson/
STRENGTHS
Angular build with good length. Looks to harass and smother receiver for as long as he can. Runs with access to a second gear when needed. Two-year starter with experience in a variety of coverages. Disruptive at the catch point using full arm extension to maximize his length. Ball production was very good; had eight interceptions in just two years as a starter. Shut down Virginia Tech's Bucky Hodges in conference championship game, holding him to one catch and grabbing two interceptions. Soft hands will pluck it out of the air if he gets into position. Gets desired depth in Cover-2 responsibilities, balancing between high and low. Comes to balance and squares up as a tackler. Looks to tackle low and springs into ball carriers with aggressive shoulder aimed at their thighs.
WEAKNESSES
Anticipation and instincts slightly below average. Eyes are unsure and can be slow to process and react. Lacks bend in his backpedal and bail techniques. Struggles to sink and redirect quickly for transitions forward against comeback routes. Allows too much route separation from off coverage and will need to squeeze tighter on next level. Balance concerns in coverage. Feet and hips can be clunky when it's time to open and run out of press shuffle. Will panic when he gets behind on vertical routes and starts to grab. Had eight pass-interference calls against him in two season. Inconsistent in finding the ball when back is to the quarterback. Needs to add more muscle to frame.
NFL COMPARISON
Dre Kirkpatrick
http://www.nfl.com/combine/profiles/cordrea-tankersley?id=2557931
http://draftbreakdown.com/video/cordrea-tankersley-vs-virginia-tech-2016/
Name: Cordrea Tankersley
School: Clemson
Position fit: Outside cornerback
Stats to know: Allowed a passer rating of only 41.2 in two full seasons
What he does best:
- Has the size to press at the line of scrimmage. Ideal for a press-man scheme, length facilitates effective jams at the line of scrimmage.
- Moves well for his size, allowing him to play multiple coverages.
- Strong in man coverage, possesses incredible instincts and change-of-direction skills.
- Scheme diverse: instincts and aggression make him a viable zone corner and he closes well on the ball in “off” coverage, particularly for his size.
- Physical, willing to attack the LOS on run plays/screens, missed only 12 of 114 tackle attempts over last two seasons.
- Reliable, gave up only one catch of 30-plus yards in 2016 and only one touchdown.
- Can play either side, lining up on both perimeters extensively.
- Too physical at times, particularly at the top of routes. Had seven coverage penalties in 2016, and won’t get away with as much as he did in college in the NFL.
- Lets WRs get on him in off coverage, has him playing catch-up far too often.
- Really should have had more than four interceptions in 2016. Dropped another two that were fairly easy grabs.
- Will lose the ball late down the field, loses subtle hand fight.
- Tries to play through WRs hands, but not always successful, needs to time it better.
https://www.profootballfocus.com/draft-pff-scouting-report-cordrea-tankersley-cb-clemson/
STRENGTHS
Angular build with good length. Looks to harass and smother receiver for as long as he can. Runs with access to a second gear when needed. Two-year starter with experience in a variety of coverages. Disruptive at the catch point using full arm extension to maximize his length. Ball production was very good; had eight interceptions in just two years as a starter. Shut down Virginia Tech's Bucky Hodges in conference championship game, holding him to one catch and grabbing two interceptions. Soft hands will pluck it out of the air if he gets into position. Gets desired depth in Cover-2 responsibilities, balancing between high and low. Comes to balance and squares up as a tackler. Looks to tackle low and springs into ball carriers with aggressive shoulder aimed at their thighs.
WEAKNESSES
Anticipation and instincts slightly below average. Eyes are unsure and can be slow to process and react. Lacks bend in his backpedal and bail techniques. Struggles to sink and redirect quickly for transitions forward against comeback routes. Allows too much route separation from off coverage and will need to squeeze tighter on next level. Balance concerns in coverage. Feet and hips can be clunky when it's time to open and run out of press shuffle. Will panic when he gets behind on vertical routes and starts to grab. Had eight pass-interference calls against him in two season. Inconsistent in finding the ball when back is to the quarterback. Needs to add more muscle to frame.
NFL COMPARISON
Dre Kirkpatrick
http://www.nfl.com/combine/profiles/cordrea-tankersley?id=2557931
http://draftbreakdown.com/video/cordrea-tankersley-vs-virginia-tech-2016/
