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Jerraud Powers # prospect in 2009 NFL Draft.

Jerraud Powers NFL Draft Bio

Jerraud Powers (born July 19, 1987) is an American football cornerback for the Arizona Cardinals of the National Football League. He was drafted by the Indianapolis Colts in the third round of the 2009 NFL Draft after declaring after his junior year. He played college football at Auburn.

Powers broke his foot during preseason workouts and it appeared at the time that he would have only a small chance to get on the field, but he was able to play. Powers earned playing time on special teams as a freshman. Powers recovered a critical onside kick in Auburn's 24-17 win over South Carolina. Powers also made a name for himself by blocking Eric Wilbur's third quarter punt in a home game against the eventual national champion Florida Gators. As a sophomore, Powers earned a starting spot at cornerback and played the entire season. He was selected to the Southeastern Conference All-Freshman Team on a pass defense that rated second in the SEC this season.

Powers had a very successful 2007 season and received the Zeke Smith Award, presented each year to Auburn's Defensive Player of the Year. Jerraud Powers is also remembered as the cornerback covering LSU receiver Demetrius Byrd on his one-handed touchdown grab with one second remaining in the 2007 Auburn-LSU game. Powers also received a lot of attention from ESPN when an Auburn police dog bit Powers hand after a play in the 2007 Iron Bowl. The incident prompted a review of security procedures at Auburn.

Powers returned for his junior season with high expectations after an impressive sophomore season. His matchup against Florida's wing right Percy Harvin was considered a key to the big game. Powers was impressive early in the season, leading Auburn to a shutout in the season opener. However, Powers played with an injured hamstring and struggled through much of the season. Powers was just one of many injured players on Auburn's 2008 football team, Auburn finished with a disappointing 5-7 record and missed the postseason for the first time this decade. Powers was interviewed by Opelika and Auburn TV After the season, Powers decided to forgo his senior season at Auburn and enter the 2009 NFL Draft.

Draft Year: 2009 NFL Football Draft Prospect Stats for Jerraud Powers

Pre-Rank	Prospect Name	Position Played	Height	Weight
	Jerraud Powers	Cornerback	5 ft 9 in	187 lbs
Round	Selected	Team	School	Hometown
3	92	Indianapolis Colts	Auburn	Decatur, Alabama, USA

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