Home / Sports / Sophomore Surge: Hicks Eyes Full-Time Slot CB Job
Sophomore Surge: Hicks Eyes Full-Time Slot CB Job
8 Feb
Summary
- Hicks recorded 42 tackles and four passes defensed in 17 games.
- His defensive snap count increased significantly from rookie to sophomore year.
- He remains a vital special teams contributor for the team.
During the 2025 season, defensive back Hicks demonstrated considerable versatility, contributing at both strong safety and slot cornerback. He compiled 42 tackles, including 0.5 sacks, and defended four passes over 17 regular-season games. Hicks saw a substantial rise in defensive snaps, jumping from 312 as a rookie to 445 in his sophomore campaign.
While utilized across multiple secondary positions, Hicks also continued his consistent role on special teams. As the team heads into the next year, Hicks has an opportunity to secure the full-time slot cornerback position, contingent on the team's decisions regarding other players in the secondary.
Disclaimer: This story has been auto-aggregated and auto-summarised by a computer program. This story has not been edited or created by the Feedzop team.
