player. 57. Outside of Tracy Porter and Kyle Fuller, the Bears really don’t have many bodies at cornerback they could consider possible starters if forced into the starting lineup. History shows that is a bad way to live in the NFL. Finding another body, one who better fits what Vic Fangio looks for at the position might help to alleviate some of the strain.
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<p>Deiondre Hall is right up their alley. Fangio has a history of preferring bigger, longer cornerbacks for his 3-4 system. At 6’2″ with 34-inch arm, Hall fits the profile. Yet like most long corners there are questions about his speed, whether he can hope to stick with the faster receivers in the NFL. This is to pigeonhole what Hall can do well. He won’t be asked to guard against vertical routes every game. Matching up with bigger receivers is a strength, and he also has a nose for the football (13 INTs at Northern Iowa). Two things the Bears need more of.</p>. CB. Northern Iowa. Deiondre Hall . 127