| Other Cornerbacks | Allen, Asher
Barnes, Kevin
Butler, Darius
Byrd, Jairus
Davis, Vontae
Francies, Coye
Harris, Cady
Harris, Macho
Jenkins, Malcolm
Lewis, Keenan
Martin, Sherrod
Moore, D.J.
Munnerlyn, Captain
Owens, Chris
Pegues, Derek
Smith, Alphonso
Smith, DeAngelo
Smith, Sean
Tourenne, Woodny
Underwood, Brandon
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| | Player Profile | Vontae Davis - Cornerback
Height: 6'0"
Weight: 205 lbs.
Birthday: May 27th 1988
College: Illinois, Junior
High School: Dunbar High School
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| Strengths | Big, strong and athletic. Has amazing speed for such a big corner. Explosive burst. Has a more football-functional physique than his brother Vernon. Great closing speed and has the top-end speed and footwork to run with any WR. Very good at steering the receiver on longer routes, understands how to apply subtle downfield contact and not draw a flag. Plus hands, can make the difficult catch for the INT. Played inspired when facing future NFL WRs like Derrick Williams and Brian Robiskie, showed the ability to lock them down. Can be a strong tackler who fills well against the run, will fight through blockers. Big hitter who does a good job keeping his head up and shoulders square. Has an NFL pedigree with brother Vernon (TE 49ers).
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| Weaknesses | Inconsistent. Normally has fluid feet and hips, but on film he shows tendencies to take poor steps and tightness in his hips and shoulders. Doesn’t exit his backpedal under control at times. Will bite on play action and double moves more than most. Doesn’t seem to have a real good concept of route recognition or anticipation of routes and/or plays. Will get caught looking in the backfield too long. Stands up straight when tackling at times, which costs him leverage and the ability to react to a cut (see: Michigan game). Played down to lesser competition. Is the same player now he was two years ago, as if he’s reached peak development. Some scouts project him to be a better NFL safety than corner, a la Antrell Rolle.
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