Nickel corner
David Long Jr. vs. Darious Williams vs. Terrell Burgess
Staley specifically mentioned Williams as a guy who played well late last season, but Long was no slouch, either. He’s a former third-round pick who can play inside or outside, whereas the 5-foot-9 Williams is better suited in the slot.
Staley wants his defensive backs to be versatile and Long will give him a lot of options. Burgess will also be in the mix, but Staley said he’s most likely going to be a “safety to start” but could also contribute at nickel.
Winner: Long