With that in mind, here are three of the best Swiss Army Knife defensive backs in this year's draft class.
Derwin James, Florida State
2017 Statistics: 84 tackles, 11 passes defended, 2 interceptions, 1 sack, 1 touchdown
Age: 21
Height: 6-foot-2
Weight: 215 pounds
Once compared to the late Sean Taylor, Derwin James was one of college football’s most naturally gifted defensive backs during his career at Florida State — which is easily apparent when watching the two-time First-Team All-ACC member.
This is a sturdily-built safety that can comfortably play in the box and be as disruptive as possible when coming off the edge, or make a tackle across the field.