Originally posted by Young2Rice:
Originally posted by SofaKing:
Originally posted by OregonDuckNiner:
CULLY IN THE HOUSE: Third cornerback Chris Culliver played nearly every snap as the 49ers employed their nickel defense against the Bills, who typically play three receivers.
Culliver entered the game in pass coverage for 121 snaps through four games, according to Pro Football Focus, and allowed only four catches for 30 yards. Culliver has a 42.4 passer rating against him when targeted. That rating dropped some more when Culliver hauled in an interception of a Ryan Fitzpatrick pass in the third quarter. It was Culliver's second career interception.
-Matt Maiocco
I've been saying it since last year: Culliver has the potential to be our No. 1 corner in the near future. I think this kid is legit.
It's funny, the knock on him coming out of college was that he was a bit raw and would need some time to be ready. He's looked extremely polished from the get go. I seriously can't ever remember him getting beaten over the top. It may have happened, but I don't remember it. He doesn't make the mental mistakes that a lot of young corners do. He's always in good position, and he doesn't panic when the ball is in the air. Just an awesome 3rd-round pick by Harbaalke.
IT happened a few times but he was beat by great passes by Eli and Brees over the top, even thought Cully had coverage.
He didn't finish the play because he thought he had coverage.
Yup, I remember those two instances now that you mention it. Still, he rarely gets beaten. You can leave him out on an island and he can hold his own no problem. Great luxury to have for a 3rd corner. It allows Carlos to cover the slot on 3rd downs.
