Does the Slot Give Dennard a Realistic Chance of Succeeding?

[wolfkaosaun]

I never liked them playing Dennard in the nickel and think it's still a terrible idea. They aren't playing to his strengths. Plus, Dennard NEVER played slot CB in college. He was always outside.

Cornerback is the hardest transition to make in the NFL from college. Shaw did extremely well and while I'd like to see him at safety, he's great for us in the nickel position.

They already picked up Dennard's 5th year, see what he can do on the outside. Cornerbacks only get better with more experience. Something that Dennard doesn't have. We had the same issue with Kirkpatrick. He saw little to no reps and also struggled with the nickel position. Because he's better suited outside.

Dennard's realistic chance will be when Adam Jones is suspended and they actually put him on the outside. That's when we can actually see his strengths.