10 most underrated defensive players heading into 2020

EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY - NOVEMBER 24: Defensive End Maxx Crosby #98 of the Oakland Raiders rushes the Quarterback against the New York Jets in the first half in the rain at MetLife Stadium on November 24, 2019 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Al Pereira/Getty Images). /

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INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA – OCTOBER 27: Rock Ya-Sin #34 of the Indianapolis Colts on the field in the game against the Denver Broncos at Lucas Oil Stadium on October 27, 2019 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images) /

2. Rock Ya-Sin

Ya-Sin has one of the best names in the NFL, but his game is pretty good too. His ability to start in the slot for the Colts as a rookie gave their defensive secondary a much-needed boost.

Indianapolis played him almost exclusively as a nickel corner in 2019m but he’s got the size to move to the outside in time. The Colts shouldn’t rush that transition, but Ya-Sin’s versatility does make it easier for them to match-up against high-powered offenses.

Ya-Sin will struggle to ever develop to the point that he can be considered a No. 1 corner in the league, but he’s got the talent and skills to be an above-average No. 2 option. He’s a particularly good fit to grow into that responsibility with his current team.

Every team in the league is on the lookout for physical corners who aren’t afraid to play elite receivers in press coverage. Ya-Sin has the right mental makeup and physical talents to succeed in one-on-one match-ups. That makes him a huge plus for the Colts.

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