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Topic subjectMarcus Peters, N/A (5'11, 189)
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2402511, Marcus Peters, N/A (5'11, 189)
Posted by will_5198, Tue Dec-23-14 01:49 PM
Chris Peterson put up with Titus Young for four years, so it makes you wonder when this guy is gone after a half season. On the field he's a hyper-aggressive corner -- at times too much so -- with elite body control and make-up speed. He loves to get in the face of a receiver and bully him, although he's overzealous with his jam and can forget his footwork. I like him better in press bail, because he shows really good instincts downfield. Baited Mariota more than a few times over his career (not into picks, but had him fooled on his read).

Still, I'm fine with skipping him entirely based on what teams found out about him. The fact he was kicked off the team for insubordination isn't necessarily better than something criminal, since clubs care about the team dynamic more than if you've gotten caught with weed a few times. He's a first round talent, but could have an Alfonzo Dennard type drop once the clock starts.

+ Does well at either corner spot and multiple techniques
+ Top-level ball skills and long arms; he'll make highlight interceptions
- Plenty of lowlight-reel tackling attempts
- Not the biggest guy for the way he likes to play; NFL size will put him in bad positions and he’s often grabby
- Might need a full-time babysitter