http://msn.foxsports.com/nfl/story/9837884/Training-camp-battles-to-determine-the-Super-Bowl 5. Super Bowl contender: Miami Dolphins Contenders: Vontae Davis and Sean Smith. Miami fans are ecstatic with both of their rookie cornerbacks, who each bring different skills and attributes to the table. Davis, the 25th pick overall in April's draft, is a ball-hawking cover corner and the cousin of 49ers tight end Vernon Davis. Smith, meanwhile, is a physical, 6-foot-3 converted wide receiver. Both players were early entrants into the NFL Draft and have some learning to do. Both players can end up being fantastic cornerbacks.
I think the numbers of players retained in any given unit will almost have to coincide/facilitate the reinforcement/building of Special Teams the team will compete @ every level, the training camp will be critical to many careers in 2009