Cincy Jungle · Apr 25, 2020
Breaking down the Bengals’ selection of Markus Bailey in Round 7
Photo by Michael Hickey/Getty ImagesAfter a highly productive 2018 season there were high expectations for Purdue linebacker Markus Bailey in 2019, but unfortunately a knee injury ended his senior campaign after only two games.
Zone Coverage: Bailey is excellent in zone coverage. It is not just his athleticism, but his ability to read the quarterback and react to his indicators. As a result, Bailey had six interceptions in three full seasons as a starter.
Physical Abilities: I said above that it was not just his athleticism that makes him good in coverage. Bailey can move, and he also shows the strength to disengage from tackles and bring down ball carriers.
