Consistently, the Baltimore Ravens have hit on their first-round cornerback selections. From Duane Starks and Chris McAlister of the late ‘90s to Jimmy Smith and Marlon Humphrey, the talent has propelled the team to two Super Bowl championships the players have earned individual accolades (2 First Team All-Pro, 6 Pro Bowls). General Manager Eric DeCosta shared what have made those players successful and what they look for in scouting first-round cornerbacks that have routinely hit.
“I think corners have to have traits. They’ve got to have some outrageous traits. I mean, Marlon was just a big, physical guy who ran fast.