UConn Football’s 10 Best Defensive Backs in Program History

When UConn Football was good, it was because of a strong defense. Randy Edsall provided the framework, and some (but obviously not all) of the early defensive success carried over to the Paul Pasqualoni and Bob Diaco eras.

The consistent factor among UConn’s first fifteen years in FBS football was the stalwart secondary, which often shut down opposing passing attacks and helped create turnovers for an offense that required steady efficiency. While listing all of the quality defensive backs that have come through Storrs would be a days-long read, here’s a look back at the ten best that have put on the Huskies uniform.

Justin Perkins

Justin Perkins was the first standout cornerback in Edsall’s…