Cardinals Draft Needs, Picks
Feb 23, 2015; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Ole Miss Rebels defensive back Senquz Golson catches a pass in a workout drill during the 2015 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports
Cornerback:
Believe it or not, the Cardinals may be in need of a corner. With the loss of Antonio Cromartie and Jerraud Powers contract expiring after the 2015 season, they may not need one this year but having a year to develop a young cornerback would be great.
The fourth or fifth round would probably be when Keim and Bidwell make a pick for a cornerback.
-Ifo Ekpre-Olomu, Oregon: Not only can I not pronounce his name, but he did not participate in the NFL Combine due to injury. He did have successful surgery and should be ready for the season. Ekpre-Olomu is well built, he is under-sized at only 5-9, 192, but he has the qualities of some of the best cornerbacks in the league. He has the talent and quickness that allows him to react fast and has explosive feet.
-Senquez Golson, Ole Miss: Golson has fast feet and can get vertical in a hurry, which would fit what the Cardinals are looking for. A two-sport athlete, Golson was selected by the Red Sox, 262nd overall in the 2011 MLB Draft and turned down a 1.4 million dollar contract in order to stick with football. He relies on natural skill, but is undersized for a cornerback in the NFL at 5-9, 176. If he was able to add some muscle, his quick feet could be just what the Cardinals need in a young cornerback.