At times in 2015, the Buccaneers’ secondary, particularly the cornerbacks, struggled. The Bucs experimented with several different combinations of starting cornerbacks, some having more success than others.
The Buccaneers made it a priority to shore up the defensive backfield this offseason, signing Pro Bowler Brent Grimes and drafting Vernon Hargreaves in the first round. In addition to Grimes and Hargreaves, Alterraun Verner, a former Pro Bowler himself, appears to be slated to play an important role in new defensive coordinator Mike Smith’s defense.
All of these moves have led to Pro Football Focus naming the Buccaneers’ cornerbacks one of the most improved position groups in the league.