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Steelers bolster secondary with CB Cameron Sutton

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The Pittsburgh Steelers have selected cornerback Cameron Sutton out of Tennessee in the third round of the 2017 NFL Draft, 94th overall.

Pittsburgh fills one of its most pressing roster needs with a versatile defensive back who could contribute either on the boundary or in the slot.

Sutton started four years at Tennessee, recording seven interceptions and 30 passes defensed.

Cameron Sutton Bio

Position: CB
School: Tennessee
College Experience: Senior
Height: 5-11
Weight: 188 lbs

Strengths

  • Four-year starter at SEC school and is among the most pro-ready cornerbacks in the draft. (NFL.com)
  • Allowed three touchdowns during four years. (NFL.com)
  • Displays outstanding field vision and has the ability to separate from opponents as punt and kick returner.
  • Good footwork.

Weaknesses

  • Undersized for an NFL cornerback and needs to bulk up in order to stay on the field at the next level.
  • Suffered a fractured ankle during senior year. (CBS Sports)
  • Needs to improve tackling ability.
  • Hesitates to provide support in run game.

Combine Results

Event Result 
40-yd Dash 4.52 sec
Bench Press 11 reps
Vertical Jump 34 inches
Broad Jump 120 inches
3-Cone Drill 6.81 sec
20-yd Shuttle N/A

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