In a game that featured three quarters of forgettable football for the Miami Dolphins, rookie cornerback Cordrea Tankersley was a bright spot. With Tony Lippett's injury hindering the depth of the secondary, the third-round pick out of Clemson showed that he is ready for significant playing time.
Tankersley recorded one interception, two tackles, and deflected another ball thrown his way on Thursday. His efforts culminated in a solid 87.0 grade from Pro Football Focus - placing him above the rest of his teammates.
Tankersley's grade from PFF also included this observation:
The rookie from Clemson was all over underneath stuff Thursday night.