First-round CB Dre Kirkpatrick comes into a crowded cornerback position filled with five veterans and two incumbent starters (Leon Hall, Nate Clements), but wasn't timid about his desire for the 2012 season. He said his goal is to start. "The expectations are high," he said. "Everybody is looking at you to come out here and succeed and be successful."
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