The Eagles want to keep DeJean on the field at all times, and safety could be a way for them to accomplish that. Based on how the cornerback situation plays out on the outside between Kelee Ringo and Adoree' Jackson, Fangio could move DeJean to safety in base defense to pair with Blankenship.

Rookie standouts Quinyon Mitchell and Cooper DeJean rank No. 3 on Pro Football Focus' cornerback duo list, validating Philadelphia Eagles' draft strategy and defensive overhaul

In a recent article by PFF's John Kosko, he ranks who he believes are the top 32 cornerbacks in the entire NFL. Just missing the top 10 at No. 11, they have the Eagles sophomore defensive back Cooper DeJean.