Tag: Cory Trice Jr.

Surprising second-year defender could be Steelers CB of the future

Cory Trice Jr. made his mark on the Steelers’ defense in Week 17, proving his potential after overcoming a challenging rookie setback.

On a Pittsburgh Steelers defense that has struggled mightily over the past two weeks, one defender has stood out—CB Cory Trice Jr.

The second-year corner—drafted out of Purdue University with the 243rd pick in the seventh round of the 2023 NFL Draft—saw his draft stock plummet after teams were worried about his injury history.

To make matters worse, before Trice could prove to the NFL that teams made a mistake letting him fall to the Pittsburgh Steelers in the seventh round, he tore his ACL during training camp in 2023, ending his rookie season before it even began.

An injury that forced starting CB Joey Porter Jr. to miss Week 17’s contest against the Kansas City Chiefs put a tremendous amount of pressure on Trice, and the young CB delivered.

PFF paid respect to Trice’s elite play—which saw the CB allow only two receptions for 12 yards—with an impressive grade of 90.1, the second highest among all Steelers defenders in Week 17.

Trice could provide the Steelers with an affordable option at corner if the team moves on from CB Donte Jackson in the 2025 offseason.

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Rams 2023 Draft Prospect Profile: Cory Trice Jr. (CB, Purdue)

The Rams could look to add at least one CB during the 2023 NFL draft and Cory Trice Jr. is a formidable option.

The Los Angeles Rams are entering the 2023 NFL draft with a handful of needs, primarily on the defensive side of the ball. Aside from the edge rusher spot, the cornerback position appears to be a glaring need for the Rams right now.

Earlier this offseason, the Rams traded Jalen Ramsey to the Miami Dolphins, making the cornerback position a bigger need. With the lack of depth in the secondary right now, the Rams will likely take a cornerback at some point in the 2023 NFL draft.

If the Rams want to take a cornerback on Day 3 of the draft, Cory Trice Jr. out of Purdue is a viable option.

Cory Trice Jr.’s former Purdue teammates celebrated his stellar 40-yard dash while soaking in hot tub

We all need teammates like this in our life.

Former Purdue cornerback Cory Trice Jr. had quite the cheering section going on for him at his alma mater.

While Trice was running his impressive 4.47-second 40-yard dash on Friday, Purdue wideout Tyrone Tracy Jr. shared a video of Trice’s former Boilermaker teammates celebrating Trice’s stellar time while soaking in a large hot tub at one of Purdue’s athletic facilities.

There’s never a bad time to root for an old teammate, even when you’re chilling by the hot tub. They just looked joyous for their fellow Boilermaker.

With Trice expected to be picked during the 2023 NFL Draft, perhaps his old Purdue teammates will one-up this awesome celebration when he’s selected by his new team.

That’s just good friendship right there. Trice certainly took notice of his old Boilermaker teammates cheering him on.

It’s always fun during the NFL Scouting Combine to see what’s going on around the drills, and this Purdue celebration might take the cake for the best reaction this past week.

2023 Chiefs NFL draft prospects: Group 13

Our latest group of 2023 NFL draft prospects to watch for the #Chiefs.

It’s rivalry week in college football!

Our annual draft prospects series returns for the sixth consecutive year. We’ve identified over 200 college prospects to keep an eye on ahead of the 2023 NFL draft, all of whom might be potential fits with the Kansas City Chiefs. Last season’s prospect list included several of the Chiefs’ 2022 NFL draft picks including George Karlaftis, Skyy Moore and Bryan Cook. Who will be next?

Our thirteenth group of prospects includes an explosive edge rusher, a lengthy defensive back, a receiver with return specialist experience and the FBS leader in touchdowns.