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Secondary players a primary concern

Evaluating and ranking cornerbacks no easy task

Ravens draft

April 22, 2008|By Jamison Hensley , SUN REPORTER

2007 stats: Had 13 pass deflections and five interceptions, returning two for touchdowns.

Plus: Has the confidence to be a top corner in the NFL. Shows great awareness and body control.

Minus: Lacks great speed. Inconsistent as a senior. Has character issues.

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Mike Jenkins

College: South Florida

Size: 6-0, 200

2007 stats: Intercepted three passes and deflected 12 others.

Plus: Physical defender who can re-route receivers in press coverage. Uses quick feet to help him recover when receivers get behind him.

Minus: Was arrested on misdemeanor charges of disorderly conduct during 2007 spring camp. Hesitates at times in coverage.

Brandon Flowers

College: Virginia Tech

Size: 5-10, 189

2007 stats: Made five interceptions and knocked down nine other passes.

Plus: Plays faster than his timed runs. Smart, instinctive defender who is aggressive in run support.

Minus: Will bite on double moves and allow receivers to get behind him. Needs to play under control and cut down on his missed tackles.

JAMISON HENSLEY

NFL DRAFT

When: Saturday, 3 p.m., rounds 1-2; Sunday, 10 a.m.; rounds 3-7.

Where: Radio City Music Hall, New York

TV: NFL Network, ESPN and ESPN2

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