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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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Jan 2, 2017; Tampa , FL, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes defensive back Desmond King (14) points and reacts against the Florida Gators during the first half at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 2, 2017; Tampa , FL, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes defensive back Desmond King (14) points and reacts against the Florida Gators during the first half at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

7. Desmond King, Iowa (5-11, 200) — Film Grade: 81.0

Quick Take: King will receive a lot of criticism leading up to the draft because he’s not a top-tier athlete nor does he possess blazing speed. He’s also not a traditional lockdown corner.

However, despite these downsides to his game, it would be a big mistake to overlook King as a legitimate pro prospect.

In his final two seasons at Iowa, he recorded 11 interceptions and 31 pass defensed, more than any other player in college football.

In the right system, King can flourish as a playmaking defensive back. If allowed to drop back in zone, facing the quarterback, King can use his excellent football instincts to break on the ball or play up near the line of scrimmage in run support.

Traits: 1. Athletic Ability (8/10)  2. Awareness (9/10)  3. Speed (6/10)  4. Strength (4/5)  5. Impact/Playmaking (9/10)  6. Man Coverage (6/10)  7. Zone Coverage (8/10)  8. Ball Skills (9/10)  9. Run Support (5/5)  10. Tackling (4.5/5)  11. Competitiveness (9/10)  12. Size (3.5/5)

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