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Colts Are One Of 5 Teams In Contact With LSU CB Kristian Fulton

By Janet Jacobs April 1, 2020 @janetjacobs1919

LSU Tigers cornerback Kristian Fulton (1) during the game between the LSU Tigers and the Mississippi State Bulldogs on October 19, 2019 at Davis Wade Stadium in Starkville, Mississippi.
(Photo by Michael Wade/Icon Sportswire)

 

Fresh off the news that Xavier Rhodes is coming to town, another report suggests this cornerback could be coming too.

According to Justin Melo of TheDraftWire, the Colts are among five teams that have met or will meet with LSU’s Kristian Fulton.

Here’s a list of teams #LSU CB Kristian Fulton has, or will meet w/ via FaceTime: #Bears, #Cowboys, #Titans, #Colts & #Broncos.

COVID-19 prevented him from making any physical visits.

— Justin M (@JustinM_NFL) March 31, 2020


Fulton is 6-foot-0, 197 pounds, and earned 15 starts for the National Champion LSU’s defense.

He is considered one of the best cornerback prospects in the draft.

The Colts do not pick until No. 34, but it appears that Fulton could potentially fall to the team.
 

Who Is Kristian Fulton?

 

Fulton’s career got off to a rocky start.

In 2016, Fulton played just two games.

In 2017, he was suspended for all of 2017 for violating a drug test for performance-enhancing drugs.

As a junior, he appeared in just seven games and finished with 16 tackles and six passes defended.

This past season, Fulton was a second-team All-SEC selection with 38 tackles, 14 passes defended, and an interception.

Kristian Fulton vs Tee Higgins, Jerry Jeudy and Henry Ruggs III (@PFF_College)

11 targets
3 catches
39 yards
0 TDs
3 pass breakups

Fulton is easily a top 15 pick. pic.twitter.com/sofpodBZt1

— Anthony Treash (@PFF_Anthony) March 30, 2020

 

Draft Profile

 

At the NFL Combine, Fulton ran a 4.46-second, 40-yard dash.

His vertical jump was 35.5 inches, while his broad jump measured at 123.0 inches.

Fulton’s SPARQ rating, which is a grade that measures overall athleticism, was in the 69th percentile, which is 9th best among members in his draft class at his position.

#Bears meeting defense first as they are reportedly set to talk with LSU’s CB Kristian Fulton. The senior recorded 28 total tackles, 1.0 TFL, 1 INT, and 14 pass deflections last year. #ChicagoBears #NFLDraft pic.twitter.com/xxikB7CbpS

— Bears Film Room (@BearsFilm) April 1, 2020

When evaluated, the Draft Network gave this synopsis:

  • Ability to play in man and zone coverage
  • Praised for his instincts
  • Donned a strong, physical, and competitive corner
  • However, he has only proved himself in one season
  • Once was considered a disciplinary problem

 

Why Draft Fulton Now?

 

Simply put, the Colts do not have a long-term successor at the position.

2019 Pro Bowler Xavier Rhodes is signed to a one-year deal.

To a lesser extent, T.J. Carrie is not moving any heads.

The team is likely wanting to draft and develop a long-term option to pair alongside second-year cornerback Rock-Ya Sin, especially if Rhodes were to struggle.

If drafted, Fulton could be in line for reps as a rookie and a fast transition towards playing in the league.

Kristian Fulton vs. Henry Ruggs was must-watch TV. Both players are so good at the LOS.

Ruggs is so absurd; Fulton can match and mirror with the best of ’em. pic.twitter.com/1z6WpTTuw3

— Austin Gayle (@PFF_AustinGayle) December 20, 2019

 

Final Thoughts

 

Fulton could be off the board in the first round because that is how high he is seen by some teams.

However, if there is a chance to nab him with the No. 44 overall pick, this would be a great selection.

At No. 34, the Colts could take him too, but their first draft pick should address an immediate need.

The Colts have options.

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I bring a passion for whatever I write or do and am always looking to learn a little more each day. Lover of all things outdoors and appreciate the little things in life.

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