Two-year starting cornerback with outstanding physical features but below-average coverage features. He’s leggy with below-average lateral transitions and change of direction in space. Richardson doesn’t play with enough anticipation or short-area burst to make plays on the ball but does have a big make-up gear in a straight line. He’s OK as a tackler but should get better with a greater focus in that department. Richardson’s size and top-end speed will immediately garner attention, but he doesn’t appear to have the skill set to play safety and will be limited by a narrow scheme fit.
Undersized safety and below-average tackler who might be better served by a full-time move to nickel corner. He can flip his hips and match patterns but has average lateral burst to stay connected to the route. Banks is unreliable as a tackler in both run support and when racing after plays from his high-safety positioning. His size and athletic profile help, but his lack of starting experience and ball production could hurt his prospects to be drafted.
