The NFL draft's opening round saw a surge in the selection of quarterbacks, wide receivers, and pass protectors, leading to a notable shift in the draft board. This trend allowed some top teams to secure players who typically wouldn't have fallen to them and pushed several standout defenders into the second round.
One such player is Cooper DeJean, an Iowa cornerback known for his exceptional ball-hawking skills and prowess as a punt returner, averaging 13.1 yards per return over the last two seasons. Despite breaking his lower leg in November, DeJean has been cleared to resume football activities.
