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**Position:** Cornerback **Jersey:** #21 **College:** Missouri **Drafted:** 2022 NFL Draft, Round 4 **Height:** 6'2" **Weight:** 198 lbs ## Biography Akayleb Evans entered the NFL following a collegiate career that included stops at Tulsa and Missouri. His impressive size, length, and athleticism attracted NFL scouts looking for developmental outside cornerbacks capable of matching up against today's bigger receivers. After joining Carolina, Evans brought additional depth and athletic upside to the Panthers' secondary. His physical tools give coaches an intriguing player to develop while competing for defensive snaps and special teams opportunities. As Evans continues refining his technique, his combination of length and athletic ability provides significant long-term potential. ## Strengths - Size - Length - Athleticism - Press coverage - Recovery speed - Upside ## Playing Style Evans is a long, physical cornerback who excels challenging receivers early in routes. Continued technical development could unlock his considerable athletic potential.