The Detroit Lions’ new defensive coordinator Cory Undlin comes from a defensive backs background. Not only did he play safety in college, but he’s has nearly a full decade of coaching experience with NFL secondaries. So he knows his cornerbacks.
And when he landed in Detroit, he got himself a nice little present to come along with him: third overall pick Jeff Okudah, the best cornerback in the draft. While Undlin obviously hasn’t had the chance to see Okudah on the field yet, he’s been “nothing but impressed with him since Day 1.”
Specifically, Undlin has been wowed by Okudah’s drive, which is evident even in virtual meetings.