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LaVar Glover | CB | Cincinnati | Conference USA
Selected by Pittsburgh Steelers in round 7, pick 1 (212 overall)
Height Weight 40 Grade
5'9½ 177 4.58 3.43
Two-year starter who saw action on special teams early in his career. Finished his season with 40.5/1/14 last year, after 38/1/5 during his junior campaign.

Solid athlete slowly improving his cover skills. Quick and fluid back pedaling off the line of scrimmage, smooth transitioning to run with opponents and immediately locates the ball in the air. Becoming much more aware and instinctive, quick reading the action and does a fine job backed off the line of scrimmage. Supports the run and works to get involved in the play. Not strong at the point of attack, has difficulty with bigger opponents and lacks an overall closing burst on the ball. Showed well during combine workouts and at the very least a dime back at the next level. Late Seventh Round.

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