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CB Bradley Roby (2x All B1G)

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Bradley Roby's stock has risen as he has become OSU's best DB
Updated: November 15, 2012
By Austin Ward | BuckeyeNation

COLUMBUS, Ohio -- So far, everything has gone according to plan.

What's the next step? At this point, Bradley Roby isn't telling.

With his natural ability, improved knowledge of the game and experience, the Ohio State cornerback can't really be surprised that he's considered one of the premier breakup artists in the country. And while he might have anticipated his explosion on the national scene, the redshirt sophomore isn't in a hurry to make a decision on the next phase of his career.

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Ohio State will lose six starters on defense no matter what Bradley Roby decides to do.

"We did discuss [the NFL draft] a couple weeks ago, but I'm not really thinking about it too much," Roby said of his talk with cornerbacks coach Kerry Coombs. "I just want to take these next two games and win them for our seniors and for our team and to accomplish our goal. That's not really on my mind, that's something at the end, there's a lot that goes into that, so I'm not really worried about that right now.

"I don't really want to say anything that's going to cause speculation. I'm just taking it one day at a time, one game at a time. Just trying to get this win."

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http://espn.go.com/colleges/osu/foo...o-state-buckeyes-not-ready-nfl-draft-decision
 
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Question for the coaches/those in the know: is it common in football to have your best CB play the boundary in defense instead of to the field?

All year long, I've wondered why Bradley plays the short side instead of the larger area where his coverage skills and field awareness may be more utilized.
 
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muffler dragon;2262355; said:
Question for the coaches/those in the know: is it common in football to have your best CB play the boundary in defense instead of to the field?

All year long, I've wondered why Bradley plays the short side instead of the larger area where his coverage skills and field awareness may be more utilized.
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He is good against the run. That would be the most sensible reason to me, but I don't have anything more than conjectures.
 
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NastyNatiBuck;2262365; said:
He is good against the run. That would be the most sensible reason to me, but I don't have anything more than conjectures.
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A little birdy just shared the following with me:

Boundary corner, (in man coverage) doesn't usually get safety help, since the SS is going to have to keep an eye on the TE or slot receiver on that side) whereas the field corner will have FS help (all of this is "generally speaking")
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Makes sense.
 
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I honestly think he should come back, but could see it being very tough to. He's probably a late first rounder, which would be awesome financially for him. But I could definitely see him turn into an early first rounder with another year.

Hankins on the other hand...I hope he comes back, but if that were me...see ya
 
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http://theozone.net/football/2012/Michigan/postgame/tenthings.html

9. Bradley Roby has all the physical tools, but? Saturday?s game seemed to serve as a reminder of what Roby can be instead of what he already is. That?s not to discount what Roby has done this season. He has been one of the best players on Ohio State?s defense and easily one of the best cornerbacks in the Big Ten all season long, but you still get the sense he is just starting to really tap in to how good he can really be. Remember, he is a redshirt sophomore who played mostly wide receiver in his school. His natural coverage abilities and his knack for closing on the football are NFL-ready, but his game is still a work in progress. He could go to the NFL now and probably be a first-day draft pick and get a chance to play some special teams, but if he comes back next year, he could play his way into being the first defensive back taken in the entire draft. He?s that good.
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UpNorth_Buckeye;2265527; said:
I honestly think he should come back, but could see it being very tough to. He's probably a late first rounder, which would be awesome financially for him. But I could definitely see him turn into an early first rounder with another year.

Hankins on the other hand...I hope he comes back, but if that were me...see ya
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I personally don't see him going in the first round. Not saying he won't be one day, but imo he'd go in the mid-late second round. He's rated in the top 10 dbs I believe but towards the end. I think he comes back and tries for an NC and then goes in the first round easily
 
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Well I think we'd just be stronger down the middle of our secondary but definitely more prone at Corner.

I've always thought Bryant wasn't that great of a player until the end of this season. I thought he really came on, and while I'm hesitant to call him great I do think he will be a very good player. Probably 1st team all big ten good. Also Barnett also played very solid ball at the end once he got full speed.

If Robey Comes back then our secondary will be top notch.
 
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