Plenty of top cornerbacks are on show at the 2025 Senior Bowl, with several prospects heading to Mobile, Alabama, expected to be drafted on the first two days of April’s draft. Which Senior Bowl cornerbacks do you need to know about ahead of his year’s all-star game?
Top 5 CBs To Watch in the 2025 Senior Bowl
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5) Dorian Strong, Virginia Tech
Dorian Strong is a long, athletic playmaker whose seven career interceptions showcase his ability to make plays. At 6’0” and 185 pounds, the Virginia Tech Hokie’s defender operates with smooth athleticism and loose body movement, allowing him to easily shadow receivers and maintain leverage when tracking the ball.
The Hokies’ CB’s head is on a swivel, allowing him to stay engaged and interrupt receivers at the catch point in all areas of the field. However, Strong can be extremely grabby when he doesn’t win the leverage battle, which will quickly draw penalties in the NFL.
4) Darien Porter, Iowa State
You won’t miss Darien Porter at Senior Bowl practice. At 6’4” and 200 pounds, the Iowa State Cyclones cornerback stands out with his length, physicality, and surprising athleticism.
A former receiver, Porter has the ball skills, innate intelligence, and dexterous movement to make plays when the ball is in the air. His burst and overall athletic profile make him a versatile option.
3) Trey Amos, Ole Miss
Trey Amos is a technically proficient prospect who has garnered attention in 2024 with three interceptions and 13 pass deflections. The Ole Miss Rebels cornerback combines physicality and athleticism, making him one of the most competitive corners in the SEC.
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Standing at 6’1” and weighing 190 pounds, the former three-star recruit possesses the skill set to excel as a press corner at the next level. Amos has the potential to further develop his sharp movement, instinctual ball skills, and willingness to block, positioning himself to become a starter in the NFL.
2) Maxwell Hairston, Kentucky
At 6’1″ and 186 pounds, Maxwell Hairston is a well-proportioned cornerback who has emerged as one of the top corner prospects for the 2025 NFL Draft. The Kentucky Wildcats CB demonstrates exceptional instincts, intelligence, and awareness, while his length enables him to compete effectively at the catch point and disrupt plays.
As a physical player, Hairston exhibits strong anticipatory route recognition and the toughness needed to challenge receivers in press coverage. His skill set positions him to make an impact during Senior Bowl practice sessions and gain national attention.
1) Azareye’h Thomas, Florida State
The Florida State Seminoles’ disappointing season has caused Azareye’h Thomas to go unnoticed. Still, the former four-star recruit has emerged as a potential selection in the first two rounds of the 2025 NFL Draft.
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Standing at 6 feet 2 inches and weighing 198 pounds, Thomas is physically impressive and demonstrates excellent body control when the ball is in the air. The Seminoles’ CB has the footwork to anticipate routes and the athleticism to time his ball tracking effectively. His aggressive mentality and strong ball skills and instincts allow Thomas to make plays on any given down.
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