Buffalo Bills Select Stephon Gilmore, CB, South Carolina 2012 Live NFL Draft Grade

With the 10th pick in the 2012 NFL Draft, the Buffalo Bills have selected South Carolina cornerback Stephon Gilmore.

Here is our report:

One of the best cornerback prospects in the nation, and only a junior this coming season. Gilmore has excellent size to go along with his tackling ability and playmaking ability at the cornerback position. In fact, he could be one of the best cornerback prospects that you will scout over the next few years. Last season as a sophomore, he had 71 tackles, three sacks, three interceptions (one for a touchdown), six tackles for a loss, and a fumble recovery. He is literally always around the ball, and always making plays for the Gamecocks. He showed his skills early on when he had 56 tackles, three sacks, and an interception as a freshman. He should be on every All-American and All-SEC list heading into the 2011 season. He’s also on the Academic Honor Roll, so he’s obviously no slouch in the classroom. Gilmore is one of the top cornerback prospects in the class of 2012/13.

Live Draft Grade: A

Buffalo has to defend against Tom Brady twice a year, and this is a passing league. Gilmore has rare skills at the cornerback position and is a very nice selection here. Great job by the Bills.