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Identifying sound-tackling cornerbacks in the 2017 NFL Draft

Buffalo Bills head coach Sean McDermott recently comment on some specifics he looks for in his defensive backs.

Yes, it’s Lyin’ Season — remember to always say with Buddy Nix drawl — but at this time of year, anything “football” related instead of #CoachSpeak is worth at least trying to unwrap.

“It’s nice to be out there and able to run but this is not track practice, this is football. So we’ve got to be able to be physical and tackle. That’s a big part of it for us and our identity – you guys have heard me say it before and you’ll continue to hear me say it – our identity on defense will be built around our corners and their tackling ability and how much our defensive line runs to the football.