Brandon Williams

[CFLredzoned]

I wonder how much pressure Wilks is putting on himself, or feeling from the outside, to make something out of Williams. He's already being asked about it. He knows if he can extract milk from that rock, it would elevate his status and provide immediate validation for his hiring. So his ego has to be telling him yes while his brain is telling him no.

 

[phillycard]

Definitely and I would like tre Boston as well
Safety) Baker Bathea Ford Boston
Cb) Drc, Campbell(R), Benkiwere, P21

Add an UdFa on the list and we are set

That's a pretty damn good secondary right there.

 

[Russ Smith]

He has the athletic ability but he was so new to the position after 1 year of college he was way over his head his first 2 years in the NFL.

Richard Sherman went from college Wr to lightly regarded CB to pro bowler but he's an outlier.

We'll see, I hope it's true but my guess is Williams is one of those guys who looks good in practice but it doesn't translate to games.

 

[Crimson Warrior]

Williams pretty much single-handedly lost us the 2016 season opener against the Pats. Will never forget that game.

 

[DevonCardsFan]

Yeah, it’s probably wrong to say that it is a must, but I sure would feel a lot more comfortable if they signed him. Maybe Wilks is that defensive back wizard,and maybe he does get some production out of Brandon Williams, Chris Campbell, Marcus Williams or some of the other cornerbacks on the roster, but I just don’t feel comfortable banking on it.

Your CBS are only as good as your worst one, having PP21 completely nulifies having him Like having Aeneas Williams with Tito Paul/Tom Knight. Any other CB not named PP21 will be abused and picked on repeatedly, they need some kind of CB veteran presence I am not expecting anything from Brandon Williams he is garbage. Marcus Williams and a vet would make me feel a lot more at ease, picking up Branch as well would be good

 

[MadCardDisease]

Terry Donahue was on SiriusXM NFL radio last night and was talking about all of the Cardinals 2018 draft picks. When he got to Chris Campbell he went on a tangent talking up Brandon Williams. Saying something like BW was standing out during OTA and they expect a lot from him this year.

 

[Cheesebeef]

Williams pretty much single-handedly lost us the 2016 season opener against the Pats. Will never forget that game.

That’s on Arians and Keim for putting him in that situation. No freaking way they should have gone into the season with him and Bethel as the only options at CB 2.

 

[Ronin]

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[Syracusecards]

I heard he picked off Max Hall twice the other day and held Lance Long to only 4 touchdowns (NOBODY can stop Lance Long). There should be some EPIC battles between those 2 come August.

 

[DevonCardsFan]

I heard he picked off Max Hall twice the other day and held Lance Long to only 4 touchdowns (NOBODY can stop Lance Long). There should be some EPIC battles between those 2 come August.

Exactly to not grab a established CB, is a shame. This will be a utter disaster. Last time go a CB that was half decent was Cromartie and him and PP21 were Probowlers. You are only as good as your 2nd CB Brandon Williams will be picked apart opposite Peterson. The Cards need to add a vet, June 1st couldn't come soon enough. We all want DRC haven't heard anything on bringing him in

 

[PJ1]

Williams blows. Plain and simple.

 

[Jetstream Green]

If DRC is there and you can possibly attain him, it can only make this team better. They took all the precautions with the QBs and they need to do the same with the cornerbacks. Have at least one vet in place which you know can handle the job

 

[BurqueCardFan]

It wouldn't surprise. As much as I liked BA, I think his coaching staff and development of players was horrible. We all know the Amos Jones fiasco but I also think the defense and OL development were subpar.
Since DB's are Wilks background, I would hope he could turn it around. Carolina seemed to develop some good defensive talent. Hopefully since the coach is of a defensive background he can get some of our high draft picks to preform (i.e. Nkemdiche, Willaims, etc..) and continue to develop like Budda.

 

[juza76]

Wiliams has more chance of being cut rather then be the starter
Just a waste of time for the staff
He doesnt have any clue to play cornerback, im sure most of the kids in any park or high school playing soccer probably have more instict playing the position

 

[juza76]

If DRC is there and you can possibly attain him, it can only make this team better. They took all the precautions with the QBs and they need to do the same with the cornerbacks. Have at least one vet in place which you know can handle the job

Tre Boston as well, then we have a very good secondary
Is a big? Our linabacker corps
We must set the defensive backs squad with those addition

 

[Krangodnzr]

It wouldn't surprise. As much as I liked BA, I think his coaching staff and development of players was horrible. We all know the Amos Jones fiasco but I also think the defense and OL development were subpar.
Since DB's are Wilks background, I would hope he could turn it around. Carolina seemed to develop some good defensive talent. Hopefully since the coach is of a defensive background he can get some of our high draft picks to preform (i.e. Nkemdiche, Willaims, etc..) and continue to develop like Budda.

I would disagree on the defense development being subpar. A number of young defenders progressed nicely under Arians staff. I would point to WRs and OL as areas I expected better results from.

 

[GuernseyCard]

It wouldn't surprise. As much as I liked BA, I think his coaching staff and development of players was horrible. We all know the Amos Jones fiasco but I also think the defense and OL development were subpar.
Since DB's are Wilks background, I would hope he could turn it around. Carolina seemed to develop some good defensive talent. Hopefully since the coach is of a defensive background he can get some of our high draft picks to preform (i.e. Nkemdiche, Willaims, etc..) and continue to develop like Budda.

Check out the Cards defensive ranking throughout Arians tenure.

 

[Vermont Maverick]

Brandon Williams was drafted as a project who had played one year of CB. I'm not going to endorse him as the CB2, but projects need a couple of years to develop. I'm not writing him off just yet. He had 1 defensive snap last year. It's a little hard to say what he is capable of with that sample size. We've seen him on the field his rookie year only, and specifically that Pats game, a game he should not have been playing.

Also, I don't get this noise about the CB2 since PP has been here. It's always looked bad going into the season, but since 2013 we've had Cro, Powers, Cooper and Tramon. Those guys have all been solid.

 

[pinetopred]

It's like I told my brothers we have a defensive minded coach now watch how quickly our offense becomes the reason we win games.

Does the Patriots D really scare anyone it's usually the offense that wins there games with a defensive minded head coach Lol.

I have to admit I thought Williams had a legit shot coming out of college all the physical traits to become a good CB and the kid is a hard worker from everthing I read and watched that year. I'm holding out hope on him still

 

[oaken1]

Exactly to not grab a established CB, is a shame. This will be a utter disaster. Last time go a CB that was half decent was Cromartie and him and PP21 were Probowlers. You are only as good as your 2nd CB Brandon Williams will be picked apart opposite Peterson. The Cards need to add a vet, June 1st couldn't come soon enough. We all want DRC haven't heard anything on bringing him in

or, the Cards defense can do what some others do. Put their best corner on the opposing teams 2nd best WR and bracket their best WR....instead of having PP21 just follow their best all day long. That lets PP21 shut down their #2 and increases the chances for turnovers with more bodies around their top target

 

[Jetstream Green]

Look, the guy who coached him at LSU has more than enough experience to have a feel for what he can be. It's not his fault that he was drafted early or that regardless of coaching he would need a while to adjust. One thing is certain and that is he has better instincts than Bethel. Wilks is a legit cornerback guru and if he thinks he can make him productive, I will give him some space to work his magic... but yes, I want a vet now to buffer the 'what if' while still supporting the guy because he's a Cardinal

 

[oaken1]

Look, the guy who coached him at LSU has more than enough experience to have a feel for what he can be. It's not his fault that he was drafted early or that regardless of coaching he would need a while to adjust. One thing is certain and that is he has better instincts than Bethel. Wilks is a legit cornerback guru and if he thinks he can make him productive, I will give him some space to work his magic... but yes, I want a vet now to buffer the 'what if' while still supporting the guy because he's a Cardinal

we still have him for two years right?? Might work out well for us if most of his development happens between now and next season. we can extend him cheaper then draft a first round QB to follow Peterson. helps us keep the secondary at a manageable price for a few years.

 

[WisconsinCard]

Wiliams has more chance of being cut rather then be the starter
Just a waste of time for the staff
He doesnt have any clue to play cornerback, im sure most of the kids in any park or high school playing soccer probably have more instict playing the position

I completely disagree with this statement. The kid was very raw and anybody that has watched him can say he got better as time went on. From what I see he is in position to make plays he need to work on technique and tracking that ball better, both skill can be improved. Now I am not saying he is a starting caliber CB, but I have seen improvement, and I think it is a good sign to hear the coaches say how hard he is working. I say we give this kid a pass for the last two seasons, but this is make or break year for him.

 

[az jam]

He seems to lose track of where the ball is when covering a receiver. Not sure if that is a skill you can teach.

 

[BurqueCardFan]

Check out the Cards defensive ranking throughout Arians tenure.

The defenses under Bowles were legitimate difference makers. I don't care what the stats say, the D's under Bettcher were sub-par. Once Bowles left, it just seemed as if the development or utilization of the personnel fell off. I never felt as if the defense could make that big stop, when needed.