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Colts' Burks: Draft Steal to Playmaker

Indianapolis Colts News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!

Published
May 14, 2026
Duration
1:29
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Last updated
May 15, 2026

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Summary

The Indianapolis Colts secured a significant draft steal with their seventh-round pick, Deion Burks, at 254th overall. Despite being ranked higher by experts like Todd McShay, Daniel Jeremiah, and Dane Brugler, Burks slipped to the seventh round. Standing at 59 and 180 lbs, Burks showcased elite explosion at the NFL Scouting Combine, running a 4.34 40-yar…

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The Indianapolis Colts secured a significant draft steal with their seventh-round pick, Deion Burks, at 254th overall. Despite being ranked higher by experts like Todd McShay, Daniel Jeremiah, and Dane Brugler, Burks slipped to the seventh round. Standing at 59 and 180 lbs, Burks showcased elite explosion at the NFL Scouting Combine, running a 4.34 40-yard dash with a 1.49 split, a 42.5 vertical, and a 1011 broad jump. Burks Purdue tape highlighted his versatility and speed, turning short catche

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