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Chiefs guard Trey Smith says the team trusts GM Brett Veach and the front office to replace Trent McDuffie after his trade to the Rams, citing Veach's knack for finding talent deep in drafts and the need to fill multiple CB spots as McDuffie departs.
Lance Zierlein's updated 2026 NFL Mock Draft 2.0, released after the Combine, has two cornerbacks go in the top five—Mansoor Delane to the Titans at No. 4 and Jermod McCoy to the Giants at No. 5—and Ohio State linebacker Sonny Styles cracks the top 10 at No. 10 to the Bengals, with free agency and combine performances reshaping the board.
Day 2 of the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis featured breakout performances from tight ends Kenyon Sadiq and Eli Stowers: Sadiq ran a 4.39s 40 and posted a 43.5-inch vertical, while Stowers recorded a 45.5-inch vertical and an 11 feet 3 inches broad jump and was second in the 40 at 4.51s. Lorenzo Styles Jr. (safety) clocked 4.27s with a 39-inch vert; Dillon Thieneman (safety) ran 4.35s with a 41-inch vert; Toriano Pride Jr. (CB) posted 4.32s, the fastest among this year’s corners. Sadiq is projected as a first-round pick; Stowers is among tight ends the Ravens could target in April’s draft.
At the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine, the defensive backs posted record-breaking speed with safeties outperforming corners; Caleb Downs skipped his on-field workout, prompting questions about whether he sacrificed a key opportunity to boost his draft stock despite being viewed as a high first-round prospect.
Titans coach Robert Saleh used the NFL Combine to praise Rueben Bain, express confidence in Will Levis’s readiness to compete, note that defensive lineman T'Vondre Sweat will be asked to adapt to a new role, and emphasize the need for physical, aggressive cornerbacks in his defense.
The Jacksonville Jaguars traded cornerback Tyson Campbell and a 2026 seventh-round pick to the Cleveland Browns in exchange for corner Greg Newsome II and a 2026 sixth-round pick, as part of ongoing team roster adjustments.
Detroit Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold will be out for an extended period due to a shoulder injury, leaving the team short on healthy cornerbacks for at least the next three games amid multiple injuries in the secondary.
The Giants' preseason opener against the Bills features Jameis Winston's debut with the team, the opportunity for Jalin Hyatt to make an impact, and a focus on the cornerback position with Nic Jones impressing in camp, all key storylines to watch.
The Chicago Bears' training camp is progressing with notable improvements in defense, particularly in press coverage, and quarterback Caleb Williams focusing on mastering the offense and building rapport with rookies like Colston Loveland. The team is also evaluating multiple players for the second cornerback position, emphasizing competition and development.
The Miami Dolphins' training camp raises key questions about their roster, including the depth at cornerback, offensive line chemistry, Tyreek Hill's health, the form of Chubb and Phillips after injuries, tight end roles, and Kenneth Grant's readiness for a significant role, all crucial for their upcoming season.
The Ravens have a deep cornerback roster with the addition of Jaire Alexander, joining Marlon Humphrey, Nate Wiggins, and Chidobe Awuzie, creating a strong and flexible secondary that Humphrey describes as a great problem to have, despite potential challenges in fielding all top players simultaneously.
The Seattle Seahawks concluded their two-day mandatory minicamp with notable performances from their secondary, especially cornerbacks Devon Witherspoon and Riq Woolen, and highlights from rookies Jake Bobo and Robbie Ouzts, as the team prepares for training camp after a strong defensive showing and ongoing roster battles.
The Green Bay Packers face a significant challenge against the Seattle Seahawks as they will be without key cornerbacks Jaire Alexander and Javon Bullard due to injuries. This leaves the Packers' defense vulnerable against Seattle's strong receiving trio of Jaxon Smith-Njigba, DK Metcalf, and Tyler Lockett. With Alexander missing his fourth consecutive game and Bullard sidelined, the Packers will likely rely on Carrington Valentine and Eric Stokes as starters, with Keisean Nixon in the slot. The outcome of this matchup could hinge on the Packers' ability to cover Seattle's receivers despite their depleted secondary.
Ohio State is hosting a significant recruiting event during their home game against Indiana, with numerous high-profile prospects from the 2025 and 2026 classes visiting. Key visitors include 2025 cornerbacks Jordyn Woods and Aydan West, and five-star 2026 safety Blaine Bradford. The Buckeyes aim to strengthen their future roster by potentially flipping commitments and securing new ones, with a focus on both immediate and long-term needs.
Ohio State's cornerbacks, including Denzel Burke, Davison Igbinosun, and Jordan Hancock, are under pressure to perform against Indiana's potent passing attack led by quarterback Kurtis Rourke. Despite Ohio State's strong overall pass defense stats, they struggled in a previous top-five matchup against Oregon. Indiana's offense, featuring a strong group of receivers, poses a significant challenge, and Ohio State's secondary must be at their best to secure a win.