Colts Draft Deion Burks as Final 2026 Pick

The Colts’ GM Chris Ballard chose Deion Burks with the final pick of the 2026 draft, hoping his 4.30‑second 40‑meter time and 42.5‑inch vertical will translate to the NFL. Burks finished the 2025 season with 617 yards and four touchdowns on 58 receptions, showing strong catch‑after‑catch play. Colts scout Mike Lacy praised Burks’ pound‑for‑pound strength and versatility, noting he can line up both inside and out and threaten vertically.

Burks will compete with Ashton Dulin, Nick Westbrook‑Ikhine, Alec Pierce and Josh Downs for the third‑wide‑receiver role. Despite being 5‑10 and 180 lb, his athleticism and contact ability make him a valuable late‑round pick. afrikasportnews.co.za