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How Tarheeb Still Built a Connection With Khalil Mack Heading Into Year 2

That's all while continuing to look to grow as a player himself.

"I feel like I've grown a lot, especially film wise," Still said. "Being able to watch the film from last year, seeing what I did wrong, knowing where I have to improve at and also being able to take that next jump.

"Really just understanding where to be, when to be there, it's really starting to make a lot more sense," Still added.

Clinkscale pointed specifically at areas of improvement they've focused on so far like tackling, technique, alignment and more.

But even early on in this process, the defensive backs coach senses an even more comfortable Still than the rookie from a year ago — something Still agreed with.

"We were just talking and he said how he's seeing it a lot clearer," Clinkscale said. "He listened to us last year but he couldn't really hear us because it just wasn't a clear picture for him with a lot of moving parts. Now it's slower for him so he actually hears us and understands us."

Still added: "I would say having my eyes in the right spot, knowing what I'm looking at, knowing my keys because that could take me where I need to be. I'm really just having my eyes in the right spot, making sure I'm over communicating with the linebackers, other corners, safeties."

Still made the most of his opportunities as a rookie being thrust into action.

Now, the cornerback continues to do the same in the offseason as the excitement grows heading into his second season.

"Really just taking the next step," Still said. "Just being able to be a vital piece on the defense, also the team to help us win as many games as possible."

Clinkscale added: "Seeing that growth from a guy is really important to me and I love it so far."

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