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2016 NFL Draft: Potential Panther? Karl Joseph

Recently ESPN's Louis Riddick, himself a former NFL Safety, called West Virginia's Karl Joseph the best defensive back in the 2016 NFL Draft, but injuries caused him to miss all but four games last season. Who is he, and could he improve the Panthers' secondary?

Karl Joseph, Safety, West Virginia

Bio

A Haitian-American that grew-up as a soccer player. Played all over the field for the Mountaineers. Lined up as a traditional safety, as a linebacker, and as a slot cornerback. Experienced in blitzing off the edge.

Joseph had an outstanding college career, starting with being named both a freshman All-American and WVU's defensive player of the year as a true-freshman, while leading the team with 104 tackles.