NFL Draft 2021: Top 10 safeties at this year's draft

4. Andre Cisco, Syracuse

Wagner v Syracuse

A versatile footballer, Andre CIsco is capable of fulfilling several different roles in his position and has been used as a strong safety, free safety, and even a "rover" during his college career at Syracuse.

Often referred to as a 'ball magnet,' Cisco registered 13 interceptions during his three-year stint with the Orange; seven of which came in 2018 when the safety became the first freshman since 1998 to lead the league in that category.

Most scouting reports mention that Cisco needs to learn better to control his positioning and work on damage limitations: he has a habit of going for the spectacular pick which sometimes leads to mistakes in coverage. As an impact safety, however, he looks every bit an NFL player to me.

5. Jamar Johnson, Indiana

Penn State v Indiana

Indiana Hoosiers safety Jamar Johnson led the team with six interceptions and didn't allow one TD in his zone in two seasons of play.

Johnson can improve his positioning slightly, but at 6"1, 190 lbs, and 4.58s 40-yard dash-time, he appears to have both the athleticism and ball-hawking skills required to make him a top safety in the NFL.

6. Hamsah Nasirildeen

Florida State v Boston College

We may have to wait until the day of the draft itself to learn how to pronounce his name correctly, but Namsah Nasrildeen could end up being one of those names we never forget; certainly not if his college tape is anything to go by!

Nasirildeen played free safety during his entire college career and was a crucial component in defensive coordinator Adam Fuller’s schemes in 2018 & 2019, leading the Seminoles in tackles.

Unfortunately, Nasrildeen tore his ACL in 2020 and spent the majority of the year on IR.