DRAFT TRACKER 2026

Dixon is a perimeter corner with the size and athleticism to work in multiple coverages. From press, he’s fairly sticky in the early stages and does a good job of anticipating breaks when playing off-man. However, he lacks top-end speed to stay connected to vertical threats as the route stretches out. Dixon needs to protect his leverage more effectively and allow fewer opportunities for explosive plays over the top. He does use his size and efficient burst for on-ball chances, though. He won’t stand out in any one area but is good enough in most to compete for a spot as a backup.

McCutchin is a long boundary corner whose athletic ability exceeds his instincts and coverage consistency. He constricts short routes from tight man with twitchy feet and short-area quickness. He triggers quickly from the top of his drop but is often a step late because he fails to anticipate breaks and read the quarterback for clues. McCutchin plays the receiver instead of the throw, which explains the lack of takeaways. Zone coverage is pitch-and-catch in front of him and will continue to be until he sharpens his instincts/recognition. If he makes strides in those areas, he can take a big leap. Special-teams cover value could buy the patience for a longer look.

Three-year starter whose lack of desired long speed and athleticism could pigeon-hole him into a role as a zone corner or big nickelback. Wright has improved his coverage recognition and is physical when he gets his chance. However, he might not have the short-area movement/burst needed to stay sticky with man routes or make plays on the ball in off coverages. His size and stability underneath could allow him to play closer to the line for a defense that asks him to keep the action in front of him. Wright projects as an average backup.

Long, linear press cornerback with the ability to weaponize his length to jam the release and challenge the throw. How Allen gets to throws will be the question on the next level. He’s tight-hipped and clunky with lateral and vertical transitions. His make-up speed is average. He loses ground to shifty route-runners and vertical speed but is capable of swarming the catch-point when he’s in position. He consistently locates the football and plays with plus ball skills. His run defense and tackling are deficiencies that could knock him out of consideration for some teams, though. Allen has Day 3 value as a press-and-match corner.

A slender, fifth-year senior cornerback, Harvey’s lack of size could force him inside to nickelback. He has tight hips and can be too eager to chase route fakes, but he does a nice job of staying phased up with vertical routes. He’s outmuscled inside the route and down the field. From zone, he can identify and close with quickness. He’s irritating to receivers when allowed to play the catch point. Harvey is willing in the run game but takes heavy punishment when throwing his body at runners to make a tackle. Harvey has a chance to be drafted, but making a roster will be challenging.

Smith’s instincts and production work in his favor, but a lack of length and sustained speed could raise questions. He mirrors well and can turn/run from press, but he struggles with control and timing in off-man transitions. He anticipates well when playing with his eyes forward and has an adequate burst to close. However, short arms will require tighter coverage to bring that ball production to the pros. Smith needs to prove himself a reliable tackler in run support and a capable man matchup option against NFL speed whether he’s aligned outside or inside at nickelback.

Wright started 32 games over five seasons (three years at USC, two at Nebraska). He has adequate size and length. He’s experienced from the slot and outside. He lacks ideal athleticism, fluidity and speed to stay connected to NFL route-runners as a man-cover corner. He has enough anticipation and football smarts to operate at an adequate level from zone, though. He’s capable in run support but needs to become a much better open-field tackler. Wright has a chance to be drafted, but he might need to play in a zone-heavy scheme to compete for a roster spot.

McMurray is a fifth-year senior and nickel cornerback with slightly below-average size but adequate quickness. He’s a trustworthy tackler in run support and plays with consistent toughness. McMurray tends to play reactive football in zone coverage and can be a step slow in shading break points from off man. He lacks anticipation and instincts, limiting his on-ball opportunities. Teams will like his wiring but his lack of size and ball skills hurt his chances.

Despite his lack of size, Coats has proven to be an extremely combative cornerback who fights hard for every inch of the workspace. He turns 25 this summer, which could hurt his draft chances, but the tape is solid. He possesses good speed and quick feet. He plays with sound awareness/instincts in both man and zone. Coats’ lack of length appeared to create anxiety on some deep throws, which led to pass interference penalties, but that issue could be mitigated with a move inside to nickel. Coats might not be drafted, but his competitive nature deserves a look by a pro team.

Guilbeau is an athletic perimeter cornerback, but he lacks ideal size and speed. It appears there is a disconnect between his eyes and feet, as he’s frequently late in reacting to plays he sees developing in front of him. He plays with average burst and make-up speed, so falling behind simply will not be an option on the next level. Guilbeau balances in zone from high to low and is an above-average ball-tracker in quarters and Cover 3. His lack of size shows up on 50/50 balls, though, and he lacks the aggression needed to handle the rigors of run support as a nickelback.

Bamba is a perimeter cornerback with impressive size, elite top-end speed and good short-area burst. Despite his advantageous measurables and explosiveness, he comes up short with on-ball production due to his lack of coverage feel and instincts. Bamba has struggled to stay connected to receivers and needs more technique work. Teams might want to develop him as a press-man corner, but he appears to be better suited for work as a zone corner who can press, redirect and play the run. Bamba is a project, but he could find a practice squad.