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Brock Vereen, Minnesota (6'0, 199 lbs)
Vereen started every game in his final season, playing both safety and cornerback.
A flexible, fluid player with good range, Vereen can compete and neotigate traffic. Strong route recognition skills and awareness, he can carry in man coverage. Smart, capable of lining up defenses and relaying looks, plays as a gunner on special teams.
Vereen does have small hands and short arms, with 30" arms. He doesn't have the ideal size or bulk to match up with NFL-caliber tight ends. He's not a heavy hitter, and his hands aren't what you'd want to be on a turnover-centric defense, with just four career interceptions. Additionally, his size lends to questions about his long term durability.
In short, a smart player with the kind of intangible that could help him overcome physical shortcomings to be a successful defensive back.
Highlights:
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