1.   And lately, our defensive backs have responded with interceptions.

2.   Determining the top defensive backs in the draft today and Sunday is easy.

3.   Our defensive backs have played very well.

4.   The Panthers kept changing up, sometimes using five or six defensive backs on first down.

5.   There are few defensive backs who are expected to make immediate impact.

6.   Almost from day one, Sanders took rookie defensive back Tyrone Drakeford under his wing, correcting his mistakes, offering pointers.

7.   Also today, the Jaguars waived cornerback Bucky Brooks and quarterback Jim Miller, and activated guard Todd Fordham and defensive back Ricky Parker from the practice squad.

8.   Also, look for the Bucs to pick on Jets defensive back Marcus Coleman.

9.   Also missing spring practice are tailback Petros Papadakis, who is recovering from a broken foot, and defensive back Antuan Simmons, who had back surgery in November.

10.   Also returning kickoffs were wide receiver Jason Tucker, defensive back Kareem Larrimore and former University of Texas receiver Wane McGarity.