With the selection of CB Vernon Hargreaves at 11th overall, the Bucs have quality depth at the cornerback position for 2016 and beyond. The Bucs added free agent corners in Brent Grimes and Josh Robinson whom both bring athleticism, playmaking ability, and toughness to the position. Don't forget about last year's group in Alterraun Verner, and Johnthan Banks whom both should be way better in Mike Smith's aggressive defensive scheme.
Now with Hargreaves on board, the Bucs can be very flexiable in their schemes and can be more creative with their corners. Grimes, Verner, and Hargreaves all have the ability to play outside or inside which allows the Bucs to play more dime and nickel packages which means 5 dbs or more. With the corners that have been added, it looks like Mike Smith is looking to bring a mix of press man coverage along with some off zone which plays to the strengths of the corners mentioned.
Bucs are definitely more athletic and quicker in the secondary than they have been in past years which should lead to more interceptions. The Bucs only had 2 interceptions last year from their corners which is unacceptable, expect a higher total in 2016. The Bucs secondary now has solid depth, better coaching, and could be a strength for the team this season.
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