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Hodges-Tomlinson was this year’s Jim Thorpe Award winner and for good reason. The 5-9 and 177-pound cornerback helped lead his team to the title game with 38 total tackles, two tackles for loss, a forced fumble, three interceptions and 14 passes defended.
Hodges-Tomlinson plays bigger than his size and doesn’t seem to fear matching up with bigger receivers. He’s been prone to some penalties at times this season, but he was dominant in the Fiesta Bowl. During that game, he was targeted six times and allowed no receptions on the day, notching another two passes defended.
At his size, Hodges-Tomlinson will likely be relegated to the slot in the NFL. That might take him off the Chiefs’ radar after they’ve found Trent McDuffie to be a great option in the slot. That said, McDuffie has the flexibility to play outside.
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