Chicago Bears Draft Scout: Denzel Ward

Pro Comparison: Chris Harris, Denver Broncos

Harris has a similar size, but also makes up for it with technical footwork, foot quickness and understanding. He is one of the more savvy cornerbacks in the NFL. That is the type of upside that Denzel Ward could potentially bring to the table.

Chris Harris was told he was undersized. He was told that he had to stick to the slot. However, his knowledge and understanding made his ability to pattern match and gave him advantages to make up for his size.

Denzel Ward is not elite in terms of size but his arms are long enough, and being so advanced in so many other areas of the game is what makes him such an intriguing prospect. If he can increase his game and avoid the pass interference calls, he is going to make it on the outside. If not, his low end of being a stand up slot cornerback is not a bad situation to be place in. His feet are quick enough to consistently live in the slot or outside.