The Falcons released Jimmy Williams, a cornerback drafted in the second round of the 2006 draft.  Apparently, he is a Cover 2 corner and the Atlanta defense was not a good fit.  Maybe KC is the right fit?  Here is the excerpt from Bucky Brooks' column on CNNSI.COM: (Note: Make sure you always include a link to the story you're quoting. Thanks! -Chris)

"The Falcons' decision to release CB Jimmy Williams caps a surprising fall for the third-year pro. Williams, the Falcons second-round pick (No.37) in the 2006 draft, was once viewed as a "can't miss" prospect by several scouts prior to his senior season. Although Williams fell down draft boards due to an inconsistent senior year and questionable attitude, many observers expected Williams to develop into an impact player with the Falcons. "He had all of the tools to be a quality starter," said an AFC scout who scouted Williams as a collegian. However, Williams never appeared to be a great fit in the Falcons' scheme as a corner, and his move to safety was deemed a failure after he struggled to make the proper checks and adjustments in the back end. "He is a press or cover-2-type corner, but they never used him in that way," said an AFC scout. "They asked him to do things that were never his strengths, and the move to safety was bound to fail because never possessed the intangibles to handle the responsibilities associated with being the leader in the secondary. He is not capable of making calls and setting the defense -- that's too much information for him to process."

Interestingly, the defensive system that Mike Smith prefers should've been a great fit for Williams. As a corner in a Cover-2 defense, Williams would have few responsibilities in coverage and his size would make him an imposing run defender on the edge. Unfortunately, Williams failed to take advantage of the opportunity by reporting to offseason workouts overweight, and his series of unexcused absences from the workouts led to his eventual dismissal after plunging down the depth charts. Williams may get another chance to make a team, but for him to reach the potential that so many scouts had predicted for him, it is essential that he finds the right fit."

Undrafted free agent Maurice Leggett out of Division II Valdosta State University appears to be the frontrunner in the race to be the dime back (i.e., 4th corner; after Surtain, Flowers, Carr).

http://www.kcchiefs.com/news/2008/06/20/roster_unknown_maurice_leggett/

For background info, here's a scouting profile:

http://www.nfldraftscout.com/ratings/profile.php?pyid=73039

Here's an article about his blocked kick in the national championship game:

http://www.timesdaily.com/article/20071216/NEWS/712160343

I just read that Devaughn Darling, Devard Darling's twin brother (and teammate at Florida State University), passed away in 2001 due to complications from sickle cell anemia.  You can read more about this at the following links:

http://www.asonefoundation.org/

http://www.usatoday.com/sports/college/football/pac10/2002-07-30-focus-darling_x.htm

After Devaughn passed away, Devard transferred to Washington State.  This entire experience must have been pretty tough for him.  Although I wouldn't wish this on my worst enemy, this experience may have provided him with additional inner fortitude.  Of course all of this transcends football and I am a little embarrased to focus on the football component.  Nonetheless, this information may be relevant for forecasting what type of player he may become.  (My apologies if this story was already discussed on this site.)

Here's an interview with 5th round pick Brandon Carr, CB Grand Valley State.  He says everything one would hope from a good prospect  and even a bit more.  Here are a couple of excerpts:

TheFootballExpert.com:  Describe your game in three words or less.

Brandon Carr:  Smart, technician, battler

TheFootballExpert.com:  What is the one thing you will most miss at college?

Brandon Carr:  Fellowshipping with various different cultures of people.

My apologies if someone already posted this. 

http://www.thefootballexpert.com/brandoncarrinterview080001.html