Physical, instinctive Cal DB with NFL-caliber range and ball skills
Conte was a reliable, high-effort defensive back for California, finishing his Cal career with 157 tackles, 4.0 tackles for loss, 2 interceptions, 11 pass breakups and a forced fumble, which points to a safety who plays with range, awareness and a willingness to support the run[2]. His profile fits a team looking for a tough, versatile DB rather than a flashy stat-stuffer: he brought size, discipline and consistent production, then parlayed that into a third-round NFL selection in 2011[1][2].
