Defensive Back Rankings 2024 NFL Draft

Penn State Nittany Lions cornerback Kalen King (4) breaks up a pass intended for Maryland Terrapins wide receiver Jacob Copeland (2) during the third quarter at Beaver Stadium. Penn State defeated Maryland 30-0.  Matthew OHaren-USA TODAY Sports
Penn State Nittany Lions cornerback Kalen King (4) breaks up a pass intended for Maryland Terrapins wide receiver Jacob Copeland (2) during the third quarter at Beaver Stadium. Penn State defeated Maryland 30-0. Matthew OHaren-USA TODAY Sports

DEFENSIVE BACK RANKINGS 2024 NFL DRAFT

The 2024 defensive back class is led by Kool-Aid McKinstry from Alabama. He's a hugely talented corner prospect with prototypical size, he also combines 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

The top safety prospect is USC's Calen Bullock this former wide receiver stands 6’3” and weighs in at 180 pounds, he's got some elite athletic skills. His impressive man coverage skills and high energy make him a potential first-round prospect.
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Player Rankings - Defensive Back

# Player Pos H/W/S Team Weight Height 40YD AVG POS RANK AVG OVR RANK Rating Summary
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...
48

S
Tyler
Owens

6-2 216lbs 4.30
S
Texas Tech   Mascot
Texas Tech Mascot
216lbs 6-2 4.30 57 244.2
77.3
At nearly 6-foot-3 and weighing 216 pounds, Tyler Owens, the safety from Texas Tech, showcased his explosive athleticism at the combine...
1

CB
Quinyon
Mitchell

6-0 195lbs 4.33
CB
PHI   Mascot
PHI Mascot
195lbs 6-0 4.33 1 17.6
88.8
Quinyon Mitchell has the tools to make an immediate splash in the NFL, but he's got some polishing to do first. His game tape from Toledo...
34

CB
Decamerion
Richardson

6-2 188lbs 4.34
CB
LV   Mascot
LV Mascot
188lbs 6-2 4.34 44 154
80.3
Decamerion Richardson stands out as a cornerback with impressive raw athleticism that could translate well at the NFL level. With elite...
28

CB
Nehemiah
Pritchett

6-0 190lbs 4.36
CB
SEA   Mascot
SEA Mascot
190lbs 6-0 4.36 36 116.8
82.1
Nehemiah Pritchett projects as a potential Day 2 selection, offering a tantalizing mix of length, fluidity, and coverage versatility that...
26

CB
Jarrian
Jones

6-0 190lbs 4.38
CB
JAX   Mascot
JAX Mascot
190lbs 6-0 4.38 37 116.8
82.7
Jarrian Jones enters the NFL Draft as a high-ceiling prospect whose tape reveals both tantalizing traits and areas ripe for refinement. On...
49

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...
50

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 · feel and anticipation in space. Has more...
70

CB
Storm
Duck

6-0 201lbs 4.38
CB
Louisville   Mascot
Louisville Mascot
201lbs 6-0 4.38 81 323.5
74.0
Very aggressive attacking receiver blocks and tackles like a safety. Transitions well from coverage to close on the ball. Strong hands,...
13

CB
Max
Melton

5-11 187lbs 4.39
CB
ARI   Mascot
ARI Mascot
187lbs 5-11 4.39 22 75.4
85.4
Max Melton enters the NFL Draft as a scheme-versatile DB with a skill set that resonates well in the league's current defensive paradigms....
16

S
Dadrion
Taylor-Demer...

5-10 197lbs 4.41
S
ARI   Mascot
ARI Mascot
197lbs 5-10 4.41 27 87.8
84.8
Taylor-Demerson brings a high football IQ, evident in his ability to anticipate routes and make key adjustments post-snap. His experience...
91

CB
Sevyn
Banks

6-2 205lbs 4.41
CB
LSU   Mascot
LSU Mascot
205lbs 6-2 4.41 99 411
46.8
Explodes out of his backpedal and has exceptional closing speed, showing excellent timing and the ball skills to come up with the...

2024 NFL Draft Athleticism Chart - Defensive Back

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 - Defensive Back

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.