Version 2.0 of Daniel Jeremiah’s top 50 prospects big board included seven cornerbacks–a good sign for the Indianapolis Colts who have a big need at this position.
Below are the prospects who represent the cornerback position on Jeremiah’s big board:
2. Travis Hunter, Colorado
9. Jahdae Barron, Texas
11. Will Johnson, Michigan
38. Azareye’h Thomas, Florida State
43. Maxwell Hairston, Kentucky
44. Benjamin Morrison, Notre Dame
46. Shevon Revel Jr., ECU
When it comes to who might be in play for the Colts at pick No. 14, the only potential options could be Barron and maybe Johnson.
We’ve seen a few mocks that have Barron going that early to the Colts, whereas other mocks, have Johnson falling to the Colts. On the flip side, there are also mock drafts that have Johnson going as high as pick No. 5 to Jacksonville. How he tests at the NFL Combine will play a key role in determining where Johnson lands.
When it comes to the other prospects, the Colts either have to hope one of them is available in the second round when Indianapolis is back on the clock, or they could potentially opt to trade down in the first round–an alternative that I do believe is in play.
Among tight end and safety, cornerback is another top priority that the Colts will have to tackle this offseason. As GM Chris Ballard said after the season, the Colts have to get better in the secondary.
As a unit, the Colts’ pass defense finished ranked in the bottom third in passer rating, pass deflections, yards per pass attempt allowed, and completion rate.