With the 36th overall pick in the 2013 NFL Draft, the Lions select Mississippi St. CB Darius Slay. Constantly referred to as "the other corner" at Mississippi State because Johnathan Banks had been so good throughout his career, Slay stepped up and really improved as a senior. After playing in every game in 2011, his first at Mississippi State after transferring from JC, Slay showed marked improvement in his footwork, change of direction, ball skills and overall production as a senior. Blessed with excellent height at 6'0, athleticism, speed and ball skills, Slay will likely turn out to be a better NFL player than he was at Mississippi State. In addition, his time playing on special teams in 2011 will likely help him to make an immediate impact in the NFL while he continues to develop as a cornerback. Source: Sports Illustrated
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The more I read up on Slay the more I like him........ immediate impact in the secondary probably not right away but I think he will catch on quickly and become the corner across from Houston we've been looking for.
