2016 NFL Draft: Early Top 5 Cornerback Rankings
Kendall Fuller, CB, Virginia Tech
Sep 6, 2014; Columbus, OH, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback J.T. Barrett (16) is tackled by Virginia Tech Hokies cornerback Kendall Fuller (11) after a short gain at Ohio Stadium. Virginia Tech won the game 35-21. Mandatory Credit: Greg Bartram-USA TODAY Sports
Another Fuller? Yes their is another one and this one is more interesting then his brother Kyle. Kendall Fuller shows flashes of pure brilliance in coverage. He has great ball skills and athleticism that lets him keep up with anyone but sometimes looks lazy and uninterested. In the game against Ohio State, Fuller slipped many times coming out of his break and seemed to be going through the motions but against North Carolina he played exceptional in coverage and even had a pick 6. He has tremendous speed on defense which helps him when recovering if he gets beat. He is a smart football player, numerous of times I saw him read the route even before the receiver would get into his route. He has prototypical cornerback length and size which is huge for NFL teams now. I even think he has the ability to play free safety at the next level thanks to his ideal size. Fuller has play making ability which comes from his ability to read and react on the fly which is impressive.
Fuller is an extremely talented player who has some flaws but potentially can be a stud on the defensive side of the ball. He is one of the top cornerbacks in college football with these flaws. If he improves on his game he can crack the top three of this list with ease. I expect him to be a round two selection with a ridiculous amount of upside.