By Athlon Sports Here’s a look at our ranking of defensive backs (cornerbacks, safeties and slot defenders) in the NFL for the 2022 season. The secondary may be considered the last line of defense, but that shouldn’t minimize the important role defensive backs serve in the NFL. Versatility also is becoming a key asset with the emergence of slot defenders. Offensive coordinators have gotten more creative when it comes to getting their wide receivers the ball in space. So it’s becoming more common for a team to employ its best defensive back as a slot defender, as they have the skill set best su…