Korie Black (2) runs drills during an Oklahoma State football practice in Stillwater, Okla., on Wednesday, July 31, 2024. NATHAN J. FISH/THE OKLAHOMAN / USA TODAY NETWORK

New York Giants Draft Prospect Profile: CB Korie Black, Oklahoma State

Originally posted on New York Giants on SI
By Nick Falato | Last updated Apr 22, 2025 2:00 PM ET

Korie Black was among the New York Giants' top-30 pre-draft visits this year.

Korie Black, CB

A former three-star recruit out of Connally High School in Waco, Texas, where he was the 97th recruit from his state and the 61st cornerback during the 2020 cycle.

Black started 38 of 50 career games for the Cowboys. He started 13 games in 2024 but missed the bowl game due to an injury. Oklahoma State’s defense was abysmal in 2024, surrendering 500+ yards per game, but Black’s individual numbers were respectable.

He allowed a low 55.4% catch rate in 2024 with nine passes defensed and three interceptions. Through his career, he allowed just a 53% catch rate with 19 passes defended and four interceptions.

He also allowed 11 touchdowns and missed 12 tackles (11.2%). Korie Black was in attendance at the East-West Shrine Bowl. The New York Giants had Black in for a Top-30 visit.

Strengths

Late to the party here, but Oklahoma State CB Korie Black is a baller. Caught my eye in 2023, and looking back on his career-best 2024, he's got the goods.

4.35 speed, 39" vert, and it shows in his click-and-close and responsiveness over breaks. Fast-paced mover in every sense.
— Ian Cummings (@IC_Draft) April 18, 2025

Weaknesses

Summary

Korie Black has good length for the position with solid eyes from depth and adequate processing to click & close on underneath routes or toward the line of scrimmage.

He’s a solid overall athlete but not a difference making one at cornerback, but he understands leverage and does a solid overall job harassing and being disruptive at the catch point.

He flashes high level plays from zone coverage that showcase eye-discipline but he takes risks that put him out of position, and savvy route runners can entice Black toward risky behavior. Black will start as a special teams asset with upside.

GRADE: 5.99

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