Cornerback Rankings 2024 NFL Draft

Ohio State Buckeyes cornerback Denzel Burke (29) against Minnesota Golden Gophers during their game at Huntington Bank Stadium at University of Minnesota in Minneapolis, MN on September 2, 2021. Kyle Robertson/Columbus Dispatch;
Ohio State Buckeyes cornerback Denzel Burke (29) against Minnesota Golden Gophers during their game at Huntington Bank Stadium at University of Minnesota in Minneapolis, MN on September 2, 2021. Kyle Robertson/Columbus Dispatch;

CORNERBACK PROSPECT RANKINGS 2024 NFL DRAFT

Kool-Aid McKinstry from Alabama stands out in the 2024 NFL Draft Cornerback class with his all-encompassing skill set. Combine with prototypical size, he boasts elite technique, speed, and agility, and is able to mirror receivers deep. He made first-team All-SEC in 2022, and assuming continues to develop could be a top-five selection.

Denzel Burke of Ohio State, a former four-star recruit, showed promise with a 58.3 QB rating when targeted in his freshman year. Despite some regression in 2022, Burke's explosive athleticism, flexibility, and physicality still make him an exciting cover man prospect, with some room for refinement.

Javon Bullard from Georgia brings versatility and an aggressive mentality to the table. As an active nickel defender in 2022, he showed agility, and obvious technical skills as he surrendered a QB rating of just 77.6

Kalen King of Penn State earned national recognition in 2022, making a name for himself by snagging three interceptions and making 15 pass defenses. Despite just average size, King's athleticism, excellent ball skills, and physicality make him a potential first-round selection.
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Player Rankings - Cornerback

# Player Pos H/W/S Team Weight Height 40YD AVG POS RANK AVG OVR RANK Rating Summary
49

CB
Josh
DeBerry

5-11 173lbs 4.50
CB
Texas A&M   Mascot
Texas A&M Mascot
173lbs 5-11 4.50 107 432
56.5
Has the change-of-direction ability to mirror underneath but did solid work out of press and off coverage. DeBerry tracks the ball well...
35

CB
Carlton
Johnson

5-11 173lbs 4.46
CB
Fresno State   Mascot
Fresno State Mascot
173lbs 5-11 4.46 61 257.3
76.5
Johnson has the straight-line speed to recover. His ball skills are tremendous, with good hands and the potential to take it to the house...
4

CB
Nate
Wiggins

6-1 173lbs 4.28
CB
BAL   Mascot
BAL Mascot
173lbs 6-1 4.28 3 22.8
87.8
Nate Wiggins emerges as a potential top-five cornerback prospect in the 2024 NFL Draft, offering a compelling blend of physical...
53

CB
A.J.
Hampton Jr.

6-0 175lbs 4.46
CB
Tulane   Mascot
Tulane Mascot
175lbs 6-0 4.46 111 463.5
50.0
His ball skills are very good. Hampton tracks the ball well downfield and has the hands and coordination to come away with interceptions...
13

CB
DJ
James

6-0 175lbs 4.42
CB
SEA   Mascot
SEA Mascot
175lbs 6-0 4.42 23 83.6
84.1
D.J. James enters the NFL Draft as one of the top pure coverage talents in his class. Despite his slight frame and lack of ideal NFL...
21

CB
Jaylin
Simpson

6-0 179lbs 4.45
CB
IND   Mascot
IND Mascot
179lbs 6-0 4.45 41 139.4
80.8
Jaylin Simpson emerges from Auburn as a highly versatile DB with significant upside. His transition from cornerback to safety has showcased...
12

CB
Kris
Abrams-Drain...

5-11 179lbs 4.44
CB
DEN   Mascot
DEN Mascot
179lbs 5-11 4.44 24 84.2
84.3
With a college career showcasing rapid development in coverage skills, agility, and an innate ability to disrupt passes, Abrams-Draine has...
32

CB
Daequan
Hardy

5-9 179lbs 4.38
CB
BUF   Mascot
BUF Mascot
179lbs 5-9 4.38 60 251.3
77.0
Fast and agile, Hardy sticks to receivers and closes on the ball. Does a good job getting his head around in time when playing with his...
7

CB
Mike
Sainristil

5-9 182lbs 4.47
CB
WSH   Mascot
WSH Mascot
182lbs 5-9 4.47 15 63.8
86.1
Mike Sainristil's journey from offense to defense showcases his adaptability and high football IQ, making him an intriguing prospect for...
6

CB
Ennis
Rakestraw Jr...

5-11 183lbs 4.51
CB
DET   Mascot
DET Mascot
183lbs 5-11 4.51 8 43.8
86.9
Ennis Rakestraw Jr. has solidified himself as a premier man-coverage CB out of Missouri, showcasing elite press skills and a natural...
33

CB
Deantre
Prince

6-0 183lbs 4.38
CB
JAX   Mascot
JAX Mascot
183lbs 6-0 4.38 54 230
76.8
A coordinated athlete with good footwork and balance. A heady cover player with above-average ยท feel and anticipation in space. Has more...
25

CB
Chau
Smith-Wade

5-10 184lbs 4.54
CB
CAR   Mascot
CAR Mascot
184lbs 5-10 4.54 42 145.2
80.2
Chau Smith-Wade enters the NFL Draft as a nuanced corner with a toolkit that screams versatility and high football IQ. His tape at...

2024 NFL Draft Athleticism Chart - Cornerback

We've compared players post combine 40 times and weight and charted them on the scatter chart below. You'll find the 40 time on the Y-axis and on the X-axis the weight in pounds.
The exceptional athletic freaks (determined by the combination of speed vs weight) will be found at the top right of the chart while the less impressive athletes will be sitting towards the bottom left.

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2024 NFL Draft Athleticism Chart - Cornerback

We've compared players 40 times and weight and charted them on the scatter chart below. You'll find the 40 time on the Y-axis and on the X-axis the weight in pounds.
The exceptional athletic freaks (determined by the combination of speed vs weight) will be found at the top right of the chart while the less impressive athletes will be sitting towards the bottom left.