Colts’ Undrafted Gem Burks Ready to Shine
Indianapolis Colts News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
- Published
- May 27, 2026
- Duration
- 1:42
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- Last updated
- May 31, 2026
Discusses football.
Summary
The Colts pulled off a steal in the seventh round, drafting undersized but explosive WR Deion Burks at 254. Ranked 96th on big boards, he nearly went undrafted — but now he’s got a shot to shine. At 5’10” and 180lbs, Burks plays bigger than his frame, excelling at separation, contested catches, and creating yards after the catch — a perfect fit for Indy’s…
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The Colts pulled off a steal in the seventh round, drafting undersized but explosive WR Deion Burks at 254. Ranked 96th on big boards, he nearly went undrafted — but now he’s got a shot to shine. At 5’10” and 180lbs, Burks plays bigger than his frame, excelling at separation, contested catches, and creating yards after the catch — a perfect fit for Indy’s offense. With 304 of his 617 yards last year coming after the catch, he’s a threat to stretch the field anywhere he lines up. Coach Steichen a
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