Giants’ Dru Phillips already among NFL’s best at cornerback
Any list of the best cornerbacks in the NFL will always include Patrick Surtain II, Marlon Humphrey, and Trent McDuffie. Could Giants rookie Jrue Phillips secure a place in those long-term discussions? Phillips remains highly rated as the No. 6 cornerback in the NFL, according to Pro Football Focus' play-by-play rating system. The list includes […]
Ravens to acquire All-Pro cornerback Tre’Davious White in trade with Rams: reports
The Baltimore Ravens answered a big need at the NFL trade deadline, acquiring cornerback Tre'Davious White from the Los Angeles Rams on Tuesday just before 4 p.m. The Ravens boast the worst pass defense in the NFL, allowing 280.9 yards through the air per game. Given the team's incredible offensive productivity and 6-3 record, the […]
Legendary NFL Cornerback Pat Fischer Dies At 84
Former Washington Redskins cornerback Pat Fisher has died at the age of 84, the team announced Tuesday. “We mourn the passing of Ring of Fame member and former All-Pro cornerback Pat Fisher. Our deepest condolences go out to Mr. Fisher's family and loved ones,” Washington's commanders tweeted. I wrote it. Fisher's professional career spanned 17 […]
Meet Zabien Brown: The true freshman cornerback for Alabama who was clutch in win over Georgia
Alabama Crimson Tide true freshman cornerback Zavian Brown faced the biggest test of his young career this past weekend, playing his fourth game in school history against the No. 1 Georgia Bulldogs. We played against each other. Brown, a five-star recruit from the Class of 2024, quickly impressed the coaching staff this offseason and was […]
Jalen Ramsey lands record contract extension with Dolphins, becomes top-paid cornerback: reports
The Miami Dolphins have been trying in recent weeks to keep some of their key players on the team for a little longer. Head coach Mike McDaniels was rewarded with a multi-year contract extension last week after the Dolphins signed quarterback Tua Tagovailoa. Now Miami has shifted its attention to defense. Cornerback Jalen Ramsey, a […]
No starting cornerback coming on waiver wire to rescue Giants
After all, the Giants' second starting cornerback in Week 1 has likely been on the roster this whole time. Anyone hoping a golden parachute would show up on the waiver wire to resolve the inconclusive position battle between Cordell Flott and Nick McCloud was surprised Thursday when the Giants didn't claim the cornerback. There won't […]
Giants’ cornerback battle heating up at training camp
Observations from Tuesday’s Giants training camp practice.. catch up Allen Robinson and Gunner Olszewski, two veterans vying for a position at the back end of a young receiver corps, were revitalized during joint practice sessions. On Tuesday, Robinson caught a floater pass in the back of the end zone and Olszewski scored a touchdown on […]
Cor’Dale Flott off to bumpy start in Giants’ big cornerback gamble
There is a flip side to everything that happens on the field during training camp. What is good for one is bad for the other. A sensational play here is a botched play there. What inspires some is cause for concern for others. So when rookie wide receiver Malik Neighbors broke free on a scorching […]
Giants claim ex-Eagles cornerback Mario Goodrich
Cornerback Mario Goodrich, who was released by the Eagles on Tuesday, remained in the NFC East when the Giants acquired him on Wednesday. Goodrich, 24, went undrafted out of Clemson University but was teammates with Giants defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence in 2018. Goodrich spent the 2022 season on the practice squad before appearing in four […]
Giants’ Isaiah Simmons shifts positions to cornerback
Isaiah Simmons is often referred to as a Swiss Army knife, which some believe is a fancy way of saying he has never fully established himself at any defensive position during his four-year NFL career. The Giants acquired the versatile player as a top-10 pick from the Cardinals just before the start of last season. […]