Karson Hobbs
Not throwing him under the bus...we all saw he struggled a bit the first two games. I re-watched the Purdue game and didn't see him. Was he hurt or demoted behind Zackery and Golden? I didn't read anything on either
Didn't see him in garbage time either.
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heard he was moving back to pure cornerback.
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Correct, he's back at corner for good.
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Thanks...I thought the nickel was typically a third corner
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Also, why zero snaps last week?
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Beat out at nickel - spent whole Spring/Fall at nickel - not DB. They are different positions
Some may make the jump more quickly or not, but there is still a jump to be made.
AI says differently and A&M game lists him as #3 CB starting at Nickel
In football, the nickel position refers to a fifth defensive back added to the field in passing situations. This player is typically called the nickelback, and the formation is known as the nickel defense.
Key Points:
The nickelback usually replaces a linebacker to improve pass coverage.
They often cover slot receivers, tight ends, or provide zone coverage.
The position requires speed, agility, and strong tackling ability—almost a hybrid between a cornerback and a safety.