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There are starting jobs to be had in Washington’s secondary. Here’s a look at the competition

Washington defensive coordinator and defensive backs coach talks after spring practice about the Huskies' secondary and defense. By

Defensive coordinator Jimmy Lake called it a feeding frenzy.

With both starting cornerback and safety spots up of grabs — and possibly nickelback depending on how it all shakes out — Washington’s defensive backs are competing at everything from on-the-field reps to lifting to who can finish gassers first.

And of course, there is the coveted “Best Hands” trophy, which is awarded three times a year to the defensive back with the most interceptions after spring ball, fall camp and the season.