For years, Detroit Lions fans have been singing the praises of cornerback Darius Slay. A second-round selection out of Mississippi State back in 2013, Slay has been one of the most consistent cornerbacks in the NFL for years. Yet, he has never gotten the recognition he truly deserved until last season.
And it only took Slay leading the NFL in interceptions to get it. In 2017, the 27-year old posted 60 total tackles, 24 pass defends and a league-leading eight interceptions. Tennessee Titans safety Kevin Byard also recorded eight interceptions on the season, sharing the honor with Slay.