Syracuse's Ball-Hawking CB Turned NFL Slot Star
Garrett Williams, the Syracuse Orange shutdown corner (drafted by Arizona Cardinals in 2023, Rd 3 #72), dazzled in college with elite ball skills—7 PBUs and 2 INTs as a 2020 freshman (QB rating targeted: 96.2)—plus explosion, leaping ability, and tackling prowess, though a 2022 ACL injury capped his junior year. Now a pro standout, his 83.7 PFF coverage grade ranked 2nd among NFL slot CBs in 2024 (58 tackles, 2 INTs, 9 PDs in 16 games). Fearless, instinctive playmaker QBs avoided; perfect slot fit for teams needing a reliable, high-IQ nickel defender.
