The Auburn Tigers Player More Should Be Talking About

Auburn Tigers cornerback Kayin Lee isn't a household name outside of The Plains right now. However, he will be a benefactor of all of the mayhem the Tigers’ defensive front hopes to inflict.

Why don't people talk more about Lee?

Despite Auburn's well-earned reputation for churning out secondary talent, Lee goes mostly unnoticed. Yet, he will play a pivotal role in the Tigers' defense this fall. As a result, his play demands observation and study.

Quiet Aggression

Make no mistake, Lee wants to punish the ball carrier or receiver. As a result, he hits like a safety but covers like a corner. Lee runs through the target, attempting to overwhelm the player with force, driving his shoulder into the sternum.

Despite weighing just 181 pounds, the junior gets his nose dirty and will sift through the wash while looking for the ball. Not to mention, he attempts to jar the ball loose.

Now, you would think that type of energized play would lead to an excessive amount of flags. Last season, according to Pro Football Focus, Lee only accrued three penalty flags, which is stunning considering his level of physical play and the frequency with which refs like flagging holding and pass interference. 

Shutdown 

Saying Lee held up in coverage will go down as the understatement of the year. By allowing opposing quarterbacks to complete 47% of their targets in his direction, Lee played well through contact, leveraging quicker hands and timing in which the ball does not find their intended target.