Undersized, instinctive Blue Raiders corner with proven ball skills
Shon Akins is a compact, instinctive cornerback whose calling card has long been coverage feel and playmaking rather than size; ESPN’s 2013 evaluation called him an undersized corner with good instincts and coverage skills that translate well. In his 2014 Middle Tennessee season, he played in 11 games, made 16 tackles, and added an interception and three pass breakups, showing he could hang as part of the nickel package. He’s the kind of defender who can fit a team that values quick reads, toughness, and slot versatility over pure length.
