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Kevin Hickey

48 draft prospects attend Colts’ local pro day in 2023

The Indianapolis Colts held a local pro day for eligible prospects ahead of the 2023 NFL draft Monday, and there were some intriguing names on the list.

While the local pro days typically serve as a chance for lesser-known prospects to show off their talent, there were some big names participating during Monday’s workout.

There were a few names we knew the Colts have interest in either because they previously worked out for the team or because they reportedly have a top-30 visit scheduled.

Here’s a look at the 48 prospects who attended the Colts’ local pro day ahead of the 2023 draft:

Quarterback

  • Aidan O’Connell, Purdue
  • Hunter Johnson, Clemson

Running Back

  • Toriano Clinton, Indianapolis

Wide Receiver

  • Tyler Adams, Butler
  • Jacquez Carter, Indiana Wesleyan
  • Cody Kase, Illinois
  • Jayshon Jackson, Ball State
  • DJ Matthews, Indiana
  • Jacob Pressler, Marian
  • Ben Stevens, Marian
  • Yo’Heinz Tyler, Ball State
  • Jalen Walker, Miami (Ohio)

Tight End

  • Payne Durham, Purdue
  • Luke Ford, Illinois
  • Michael Marchese, Illinois
  • Kurt Rafdal, Boise State

Offensive Tackle

  • Dawand Jones, Ohio State
  • Jacob Oglesby, Tiffin
  • Alex Palczewski, Illinois

Guard

  • Emil Ekiyor, Alabama
  • Luke Haggard, Indiana

Center

  • Alex Pihlstrom, Illinois

Defensive End

  • Lance Bryant, Indiana

Defensive Tackle

  • Calvin Avery, Illinois
  • Demarcus Elliott, Indiana
  • Jamal Woods, Illinois

Linebacker

  • Sir’Zion Dance, Tiffin
  • Issac Darkangelo, Illinois
  • Jalen Graham, Purdue
  • Wilson Huber, Cincinnati
  • Bradley Jennings, Indiana
  • Cam Jones, Indiana
  • R.J. Potts, Northern Colorado

Cornerback

  • Julius Brents, Kansas State
  • Josh Hayes, Eastern Kentucky
  • Justin Johnson, Indiana Wesleyan
  • Reese Tyler, Purdue
  • A.J. Uzodinma, Ball State
  • Jaylin Williams, Indiana

Safety

  • Jaquan Amos, Ball State
  • Bryant Fitzgerald, Indiana
  • Bryce Hampton, Purdue
  • Jon Haynes, Indiana
  • Chris Jefferson, Purdue
  • Devon Matthews, Indiana
  • Kendall Smith, Illinois
  • Michael Tutsie, North Dakota State

Special Teams

  • LS Nick Zecchino, Purdue
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