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sports26 days ago•4 min saved

Lions explore trade for Steelers' Porter Jr. amid cornerback upgrade push

The Detroit Lions have reportedly contacted the Pittsburgh Steelers about trading for cornerback Joey Porter Jr.; talks exist but it’s unclear how receptive Pittsburgh would be. Porter is seeking a lucrative extension (around $30M+ per year), while Pittsburgh could demand multiple first‑round picks (with starting terms reportedly one first‑round pick plus a Day 2 selection). Detroit is evaluating corner options and has roughly $38M in cap space, though future extensions for players like Sam LaPorta and Brian Branch could tighten the cap. The move is aimed at strengthening a secondary that struggled in the season opener.

via Sports Illustrated|

#cornerbacks #detroit-lions #joey-porter-jr

sports1 month ago•9 min saved

Patriots at a Contract Crossroads as Gonzalez Talks Stall After Witherspoon Deal

Devon Witherspoon’s $132 million extension has reset the cornerback market, leaving the Patriots negotiating with Christian Gonzalez over cash-flow, guarantees, vesting schedules, and per-game roster bonuses. The team is weighing a structure similar to Gardner/Surtain/Stingley while managing durability concerns and the market shift, with a resolution unlikely before the season opener.

via CBS Sports|

#christian-gonzalez #cornerbacks #devon-witherspoon

sports1 month ago•3 min saved

Holmes defends Lions' Arnold decision and cornerback depth plan

Detroit Lions GM Brad Holmes defended the team’s handling of Terrion Arnold after his arrest, saying new information led to Arnold’s release and that the move was in the club’s best interest. He pushed back on criticisms that the Lions failed to reinforce the outside cornerback room, reaffirming faith in D.J. Reed, Rock Ya-Sin, Roger McCreary, and the development of Ennis Rakestraw as the team moves forward.

via Pride Of Detroit|

#brad-holmes #cornerbacks #detroit-lions

sports1 month ago•12 min saved

Seahawks' 53-man roster flags injury timelines, Foster breakout and CB depth

Seattle’s initial 53-man roster reveals four key takeaways: Zach Charbonnet remains on the physically unable to perform list and will miss at least the first four games; several players (Nick Emmanwori, Tory Horton, Emanuel Wilson, Julian Neal) are on the active roster rather than IR, suggesting quicker returns; undrafted WR Montorie Foster Jr. earned the final receiver spot after a standout preseason following an earlier injury and career detour; the Seahawks are boosting cornerback depth with Terrion Arnold, Trevon Diggs and Avery Smith, while releasing Igbinoghene and Diggs to potentially rejoin the practice squad, and Schneider stressed that more roster moves are ahead as Seattle protects young talent for the long season.

via Seattle Sports|

#cornerbacks #injuries #nfl

sports1 month ago•8 min saved

Seahawks Navigate CB Depth as Diggs News Emerges

Seattle is reportedly adding Trevon Diggs, prompting talk that Seattle’s cornerback depth is thin despite Devon Witherspoon’s big contract and Josh Jobe on the outside; with Seattle also linked to Terrion Arnold and a cadre of young corners (Dansby, Fuller, Washington, Pritchett) fighting for roles, analysts frame the move as a test of leadership, youth, and performance within the room.

via Seattle Sports|

#cornerbacks #depth-concerns #devon-witherspoon

sports2 months ago•8 min saved

Raiders Clock Early Look at a Deep 2027 Cornerback Class

The piece offers an early scouting look at the 2027 cornerback class for the Raiders, highlighting a deep list of potential starters and nickel options such as Leonard Moore (Notre Dame), Ellis Robinson IV (Georgia), Xavier Scott (Illinois), Ashton Hampton (Clemson), Zabien Brown (Alabama), and Jayden Bellamy (UCF). Rankings are highly preliminary and will evolve through the summer and into draft season, with notes on traits like length, ball skills, zone/man fit, and tackling. It also mentions Las Vegas’ current interior offensive line talent and expectations for more adds in 2027 under John Spytek, and is part of a broader summer scouting series covering offense and defense.

via silverandblackpride.com|

#2027prospects #cornerbacks #nfldraft

sports2 months ago•8 min saved

Two Pick-Sixes Mark Purdy’s Day 9 at 49ers Camp

Day 9 of 49ers training camp featured Brock Purdy throwing two pick-sixes as the offense struggled, while the defense delivered several splash plays (Lenoir’s end-zone interception for a TD and Stout’s pick-6). Hobbs and Jones stood out in coverage, Greenlaw returned from soreness, and Stribling showed flashes in team drills. Bosa remained sidelined with soreness, and questions linger about Renardo Green and the receiver group ahead of the preseason.

via Sports Illustrated|

#brock-purdy #cornerbacks #nfl

sports2 months ago•11 min saved

49ers Camp: Cornerbacks Dominate, Linebackers Stand Out, Edge Depth in Question

San Francisco’s training camp is already revealing strengths and weaknesses: the cornerback room has depth and energy under Raheem Morris, with newcomers and veterans pushing a feisty, versatile unit; the linebacker corps looks solid behind Fred Warner and Dre Greenlaw, with Nick Martin flashing as a potential starter; however, the defensive end spot is thin due to injuries, even as Nick Bosa begins ramping up; offensively, Christian McCaffrey remains explosive into his 30s, with Deebo Samuel expected to help shoulder the load while backups recover, and several roster battles (QB, punter) are ongoing as practice continues.

via The New York Times|

#cornerbacks #defensive-end #linebackers

sports2 months ago•0 min saved

Vet impact and untapped upside shine in Sheppard notes

Kelvin Sheppard praised Derrick Moore’s veteran presence and athleticism, noted Hassanein’s transition to big end benefiting him, applauded Jimmy Rolder’s trajectory post-injury, said Devin White adds veteran depth, suggested Hutchinson could benefit from more rest after heavy snap totals, highlighted Terrion Arnold’s potential at CB1 as still untapped, emphasized Ennis Rakestraw’s significant mental strides, confirmed Christian Izien will practice today, and acknowledged last year’s run defense was average with plans to improve in 2026.

via Pride Of Detroit|

#college-football #cornerbacks #defense

sports2 months ago•9 min saved

Packers Camp Opens: Love Shines, WR Depth Under Scrutiny

After a few days of Packers training camp, Jordan Love shows command and balance with no-huddle looks, though questions linger about receiver depth beyond Watson, Golden and Reed. Watson and Golden have shined as top targets, Jordan Morgan is progressing at left tackle, and cornerbacks Nixon, Cisse and St-Juste look promising. The defense still faces questions about the pass rush without Micah Parsons, relying on blitzes and a rotating mix of edge defenders to pressure quarterbacks as camp continues.

via Sports Illustrated|

#christian-watson #cornerbacks #jordan-love

sports2 months ago•2 min saved

Campbell Defends Lions’ Cut of Terrion Arnold Amid Arrests

Detroit Lions coach Dan Campbell said cutting Terrion Arnold after his arrest for kidnapping and armed robbery was a 'tough-but-right' move, as Arnold faces eight felonies. Detroit signals confidence in its cornerback group (Reed, Ya-Sin, Rakestraw, McCreary, Dorsey, Abney) and may reposition Abney and McCreary to outside corner while continuing nickel duties during training camp.

via Pride Of Detroit|

#cornerbacks #dan-campbell #detroit-lions

sports2 months ago•2 min saved

Ward Deal Reshapes the Cornerback Market, Lifting Porter Jr.'s Price

Denzel Ward signed a two-year, $62.2 million extension with the Browns, averaging just over $31 million per year and making him the highest-paid cornerback for now. The deal tightens the CB market and raises the price tag for Joey Porter Jr. as the Steelers pursue an extension, with Porter on the PUP list and chatter that Gonzalez and Witherspoon should top Ward’s figure in future deals.

via Steelers Depot|

#cleveland-browns #cornerbacks #denzel-ward

sports2 months ago•2 min saved

Witherspoon's extension talks edge ahead of Gonzalez's

Devon Witherspoon is reportedly further along in long‑term contract talks with the Seattle Seahawks than Christian Gonzalez, with Seattle offering upwards of $30 million per year and positioning Witherspoon among the top-paid cornerbacks. Gonzalez, who is set to earn about $2.26 million this season, isn’t far behind as both players near market-rate extensions after strong seasons (Witherspoon: All-Pro 2024, Pro Bowl 2025; Gonzalez: 2023 first-round pick).

via NBC Sports|

#cornerbacks #gonzalez #patriots

sports3 months ago•6 min saved

Eagles' Cornerback Trio Prime for a Big 2026 Test at Camp

Philly heads into camp with what could be the NFL’s best starting trio at corner — Quinyon Mitchell, Cooper DeJean, and Riq Woolen — with DeJean set to split time between outside corner and safety in Vic Fangio’s scheme. Woolen is expected to upgrade the outside spot, while backups like Michael Carter and Jonathan Jones provide versatility. Ringo must rebound after an underwhelming 2025, Kapena Gushiken is an intriguing speed-focused undrafted addition, and camp will also test receiver roles behind the top trio as the roster reshapes.

via PhillyVoice|

#cornerbacks #eagles #football

sports4 months ago•3 min saved

Patriots OTA highlights: Prunty shines as depth players step up

In the second Patriots OTA without top corners Gonzalez and Davis, fifth-round rookie Karon Prunty intercepted a Drake Maye pass, with Kindle Vildor and Charles Woods also making plays in coverage. Lan Larison emerged as the lead RB depth option, while DeMario Douglas led the WRs in 11‑on‑11 work amid veterans’ absences.

via Pats Pulpit|

#cornerbacks #new-england-patriots #nfl