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CU Buffs have big shoes to fill at cornerback

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When he was hired as Colorado's defensive coordinator in January, D.J. Eliot was well aware that the Buffaloes were losing two NFL-caliber cornerbacks.

It didn't take Eliot long, however, to realize that the Buffs have a pretty darn good corner coming back.

"Isaiah Oliver wasn't necessarily listed as a starter last year, but he's a really good player," Eliot said at the conclusion of spring drills. "He's very impressive with his coverage skills and his effort and his toughness. I've been very pleased with him."

CU's third corner last year, Oliver played 48.