Washington Football Team has flexibility in the secondary in 2021

The Washington Football Team’s secondary has changed quite a bit over the years. They’re not unique in that regard, but if they play their cards right, they can be.

What position is drafted the most in the NFL? In 2021, it was cornerback, edging out wide receiver. In 2020, linebackers led the way, again followed by receivers. In 2019, cornerback.

Numbers fluctuate from year to year, but if you expand the analysis to position groupings, as opposed to individual positions, one thing becomes clear. The defensive secondary – cornerbacks and safeties – account for more draft picks than any other grouping. More than either line. More than pass catchers, even if you include tight ends along with receivers.

With that in mind, let’s take a minute to consider how the Washington Football Team has retooled its defensive backfield with an eye toward versatility.