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2017 NFL Draft big board: Top 10 cornerback prospects

By Dan Dahlke

South Carolina Gamecocks wide receiver Deebo Samuel (1) catches the ball as Florida Gators defensive back Quincy Wilson (6) tackles during the second half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Florida Gators defeated the South Carolina Gamecocks 20-7. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
South Carolina Gamecocks wide receiver Deebo Samuel (1) catches the ball as Florida Gators defensive back Quincy Wilson (6) tackles during the second half at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium. Florida Gators defeated the South Carolina Gamecocks 20-7. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /
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Oct 15, 2016; Madison, WI, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes cornerback Gareon Conley (8) during the game against the Wisconsin Badgers at Camp Randall Stadium. Ohio State won 30-23. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 15, 2016; Madison, WI, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes cornerback Gareon Conley (8) during the game against the Wisconsin Badgers at Camp Randall Stadium. Ohio State won 30-23. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports /

6. Gareon Conley, Ohio State (6-0, 195) — Film Grade: 81.5

Quick Take: Despite good quickness and speed, Conley isn’t quite as the elite athlete as his teammate.

However, Conley competes hard in coverage and shows excellent awareness in recognizing route concepts and anticipating ball placement on throws. He’s rarely out of position and seldom falls for fakes or double moves.

Like Lattimore, Conley has tremendous ball skills and has the potential of being a lockdown corner at the next level. Having said this, Conley could serve to make more strides in run support and shore up his tackling in the open field.

Traits: 1. Athletic Ability (9/10)  2. Awareness (9/10)  3. Speed (8/10)  4. Strength (3/5)  5. Impact/Playmaking (8/10)  6. Man Coverage (9/10)  7. Zone Coverage (8/10)  8. Ball Skills (9/10)  9. Run Support (3/5)  10. Tackling (3.5/5)  11. Competitiveness (8/10)  12. Size (4/5)

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