Top S Fits on B/R Big Board

With Budda Baker and Dadrion Taylor-Demerson under contract for a few years, safety isn’t a pressing need in Arizona. Hence why it’s not listed above. However, Jalen Thompson is an impending free agent.

Thompson has served as the team’s strong safety for several seasons and is currently filling in for injured Garrett Williams at nickelback. So, the Cardinals should look into a few options in the draft to replace the seven-year pro if he walks in free agency, especially since Williams is only under contract through 2026.

All three defensive backs listed above can play in the box and/or cover the slot.

Technically, Kilgore is listed as a cornerback prospect, but he’s primarily covered the slot and played strong safety for the Gamecocks. That could make him the most seamless transition from Thompson. Meanwhile, McNeil-Warren is a good replacement at strong safety, and Ramsey is more of a nickel option.