KC Joyner Hearts Fred Bennett [ESPN the Mag]

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fred bennett:
2007 14 games played, 8 started, went for 3 interceptions and 47 yards returning, 14 passes deflected, 2 forced fumbles, 54 tackles with 8 assists.
according to: http://www.pro-football-reference.co...B/BennFr99.htm

2 rookies had more int's, 1 had more pass deflects, he led forcing fumbles, around 4th in tackles but for all these numbers in only 8 games started i think they shine a little brighter. plus he did this with little to no help, after being thrust into the spotlight with dunta going down and after an early-season hamstring issue. there are a lot of factors supporting him booming next season too.

like help across, behind and in front from the d'line. like a year under his belt. like his size and speed, not to mention that he plays with intensity and...dare i say....dunta-esque heart. ray rhodes and john hoke. like a full season to accumulate stats.

stats don't tell the whole story, factors matter, and all that...but i suppose you paint the picture you want to see. i see bennett as a good, young cornerback with elite size and speed, nice ballskills, a fiery competitor, and all the reason in the world to turn into something unbelievable behind an ever-developing supporting cast.