2021 NFL Draft cornerback rankings: Patrick Surtain II leads strong group

2021 NFL Draft, Denver Broncos, Patrick Surtain II (Photo by Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports)
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2021 NFL Draft prospect Rodarius Williams
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25. Rodarius Williams, Oklahoma State
6-foot, 193 pounds
2021 NFL Draft grade: Sixth round

Oklahoma State’s Rodarius Williams was a true shutdown corner in 2020. This past season he didn’t allow a single yard to be gained against him in four games and didn’t allow a single touchdown pass all year. Despite this production, he might lack the skills to play in the NFL since he lacks great speed and shows only average aggressiveness.

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26. Aaron Robinson, UCF
6-foot, 190 pounds
2021 NFL Draft grade: Sixth round

A prospect who is a little overrated in the 2021 NFL Draft is UCF’s, Aaron Robinson. While Robinson has put up solid production in college having been named to the All-AAC second team in both 2019 and 2020 he lacks the overall game speed and instinct to be a major factor in the NFL. It would not be a shock if the team that drafts him moves him to safety since he is a physical player who is not afraid to support the run.

27. Nahshon Wright, Oregon State
6-foot-4, 183 pounds
2021 NFL Draft grade: Sixth round

An intriguing developmental cornerback in the 2021 NFL Draft is Oregon State’s, Nahshon Wright. To go along with his lengthy frame, Wright has been a ball hawk having recorded five interceptions in just 16 starts at Oregon State. In order to make it in the NFL though he is going to have to become a more physical player and bulk up from his current weight of 183 pounds.