The Chargers may be forced to grab a cornerback with one of their first three selections in this year’s draft, especially if the prognosis of J.C. Jackson’s injury continues to look bleaker and bleaker as the offseason marches on.
One player that’s been linked to the Chargers as a great fit within their heavy Cover 2 scheme is Utah cornerback Clark Phillips III. Most recently, Michael Renner of Pro Football Focus tabbed Phillips as the perfect fit for the Chargers as a day two target in this year’s draft.
“Phillips is precisely what the Chargers could use in the slot for Brandon Staley’s defense,” says Renner.