Buccaneers go back-to-back CBs with Carlton Davis

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have selected cornerback Carlton Davis out of Auburn in the second round of the 2018 NFL Draft, 63rd overall.

Tampa Bay is clearly attempting to rebuild its secondary, as it took fellow cornerback M.J. Stewart 10 selections prior.

Carlton Davis Bio

Position: CB
School: Auburn
College Experience: Junior
Height: 6-1
Weight: 203 lbs

Strengths

• Does an outstanding job of jarring the ball out of the receiver's hands and tries to disrupt every play.
• Consistently jams receivers at the line of scrimmage.
• Is a willing tackler who helps in run support, shows good technique while wrapping up the ball carrier.
• Excels in press coverage.
• A bruising defensive back that may be better suited to play safety.

Weaknesses

• Gets caught staring off into space too often.
• Grabs receivers far too long, far too often and could become a liability at the next level. It may keep him entirely off the field in the NFL.
• Davis displays subpar recovery speed and receivers are able to capitalize on his mistakes if he's beat off the line of scrimmage.
• Davis is beat by double moves and fakes, will get roasted by more experienced talent.
• Needs to improve footwork and lateral quickness.

Athletic testing