The Indianapolis Colts are heading into the 2025 season with a clear priority—fixing their safety situation. And while free agency or early-round draft picks might be the first moves they make, they can’t afford to overlook some intriguing Day 3 prospects who turned heads at the NFL Combine. According to PFF’s Trevor Sikkema, a few late-round safeties stood out in testing, and they might just be the hidden gems the Colts need to bolster their secondary.
Eye-Catching Day 3 Safety Prospects
During the Friday session of the NFL Combine, Sikkema took note of several defensive backs who exceeded expectations. While some prospects come in with high expectations based on game film and training reports, the Combine always delivers a few surprises—and this year was no different. Among those who impressed were Kansas State’s Marques Sigle, Texas’ Kitan Crawford, and Cal’s Craig Woodson.
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Marques Sigle (Kansas State): Blazed through the 40-yard dash with a 4.37-second time and posted strong results in the vertical and broad jumps.
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Kitan Crawford (Texas): Showed off his athleticism with a 4.41-second 40 and an eye-popping 41.5-inch vertical jump.
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Craig Woodson (Cal): Had an all-around solid day, looking sharp in both testing and field drills.
A Colts Fit? Potential Late-Round Steal
One name that should sound familiar to Colts fans is Craig Woodson. Before the Combine, NFL Network’s Daniel Jeremiah had already highlighted Woodson as a mid-round prospect worth watching. His performance in drills only strengthened that case. While Sigle and Crawford may have the flashier numbers, Woodson’s all-around game could make him an ideal fit for a team in desperate need of depth at safety.
The Colts’ Safety Situation: A Work in Progress
As it stands, the Colts don’t have much stability at the safety position heading into 2025. The only safeties under contract right now are Nick Cross, Rodney Thomas, Marcel Dabo, and Daniel Scott. That’s not exactly a deep or proven group, which means GM Chris Ballard has work to do. The team doesn’t just need depth; they need a true centerfielder-type safety who can complement Cross and provide much-needed playmaking ability on the back end.
How the Colts Could Approach the Draft
It’s no secret that the Colts have to address safety at some point before Day 3 of the draft, whether that’s through early-round picks or free agency. But the reality is that they may need to double—or even triple—dip at the position. If they secure a starting-caliber safety early, adding a developmental player like Sigle, Crawford, or Woodson later could be a smart move.
These late-round safeties might not be household names yet, but their Combine performances suggest they could develop into key contributors. The Colts have a history of finding value in later rounds, and with their current needs in the secondary, they’ll want to keep a close eye on these promising prospects.
As the draft approaches, keep an eye on how Ballard and his staff handle the safety position. Will they go big early? Will they stack up on depth later? Either way, don’t be surprised if one of these late-round standouts finds their way to Indianapolis.
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Marques Sigle (Kansas State): Blazed through the 40-yard dash with a 4.37-second time and posted strong results in the vertical and broad jumps.
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Kitan Crawford (Texas): Showed off his athleticism with a 4.41-second 40 and an eye-popping 41.5-inch vertical jump.
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Craig Woodson (Cal): Had an all-around solid day, looking sharp in both testing and field drills.
A Colts Fit? Potential Late-Round Steal
One name that should sound familiar to Colts fans is Craig Woodson. Before the Combine, NFL Network’s Daniel Jeremiah had already highlighted Woodson as a mid-round prospect worth watching. His performance in drills only strengthened that case. While Sigle and Crawford may have the flashier numbers, Woodson’s all-around game could make him an ideal fit for a team in desperate need of depth at safety.
The Colts’ Safety Situation: A Work in Progress
As it stands, the Colts don’t have much stability at the safety position heading into 2025. The only safeties under contract right now are Nick Cross, Rodney Thomas, Marcel Dabo, and Daniel Scott. That’s not exactly a deep or proven group, which means GM Chris Ballard has work to do. The team doesn’t just need depth; they need a true centerfielder-type safety who can complement Cross and provide much-needed playmaking ability on the back end.
How the Colts Could Approach the Draft
It’s no secret that the Colts have to address safety at some point before Day 3 of the draft, whether that’s through early-round picks or free agency. But the reality is that they may need to double—or even triple—dip at the position. If they secure a starting-caliber safety early, adding a developmental player like Sigle, Crawford, or Woodson later could be a smart move.
These late-round safeties might not be household names yet, but their Combine performances suggest they could develop into key contributors. The Colts have a history of finding value in later rounds, and with their current needs in the secondary, they’ll want to keep a close eye on these promising prospects.
As the draft approaches, keep an eye on how Ballard and his staff handle the safety position. Will they go big early? Will they stack up on depth later? Either way, don’t be surprised if one of these late-round standouts finds their way to Indianapolis.
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