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One wide receiver who seems to be on the Indianapolis Colts' radar during the pre-draft process is LSU's Chris Hilton Jr.
Hilton competed in all four college football All-Star games following the 2025 season. Over the course of those events, Hilton told SI's Justin Melo that, altogether, he met with all 32 NFL teams.
Hilton saw playing time over five seasons at LSU. He was a big play threat, but his overall production was limited. This includes totaling 60 targets over three years and 589 receiving yards with five touchdowns, per PFF.
The bulk of his snaps have come outside, and Hilton has been productive with the ball in his hands, picking up YAC. He has often been targeted downfield with his speed.
Here is what NFL.com's Lance Zierlein wrote in his pre-draft report:
"Hilton has build-up speed to take the top off defenses, averaging 19 yards per catch during his career. He had a troubling lack of production, though, making just 41 catches in five seasons. There are basic route corrections he can make to better open underneath throws. He has adequate ball skills downfield but comes up empty when contested."
To conclude the interview with Melo, Hilton shared why an NFL team should draft him:
"You’re going to get a true pro. I have the work ethic needed to succeed at the next level. I’m going to be where I’m supposed to be, and I’m going to do what I’m supposed to do. I’m ready to work. I can’t wait for my opportunity."
As of now, that WR3 role on the depth chart behind Pierce and Josh Downs is up for grabs. Westbrook-Ikhine and Ashton Dulin are the likely frontrunners competing for that playing time. But another addition at this position to boost competition and hopefully raise the floor of this unit should still be on Ballard's radar. Hilton would be brought in to boost the overall depth initially.
This article originally appeared on Colts Wire: 2026 NFL draft: LSU WR Chris Hilton on Colts' radar
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Hilton competed in all four college football All-Star games following the 2025 season. Over the course of those events, Hilton told SI's Justin Melo that, altogether, he met with all 32 NFL teams.
Colts' WR draft prospect: WR Chris Hilton Jr.
Hilton saw playing time over five seasons at LSU. He was a big play threat, but his overall production was limited. This includes totaling 60 targets over three years and 589 receiving yards with five touchdowns, per PFF.
The bulk of his snaps have come outside, and Hilton has been productive with the ball in his hands, picking up YAC. He has often been targeted downfield with his speed.
Chris Hilton's athletic profile
Chris Hilton scouting report
Here is what NFL.com's Lance Zierlein wrote in his pre-draft report:
"Hilton has build-up speed to take the top off defenses, averaging 19 yards per catch during his career. He had a troubling lack of production, though, making just 41 catches in five seasons. There are basic route corrections he can make to better open underneath throws. He has adequate ball skills downfield but comes up empty when contested."
Chris Hilton on his game
To conclude the interview with Melo, Hilton shared why an NFL team should draft him:
"You’re going to get a true pro. I have the work ethic needed to succeed at the next level. I’m going to be where I’m supposed to be, and I’m going to do what I’m supposed to do. I’m ready to work. I can’t wait for my opportunity."
What is the Colts' need at wide receiver?
As of now, that WR3 role on the depth chart behind Pierce and Josh Downs is up for grabs. Westbrook-Ikhine and Ashton Dulin are the likely frontrunners competing for that playing time. But another addition at this position to boost competition and hopefully raise the floor of this unit should still be on Ballard's radar. Hilton would be brought in to boost the overall depth initially.
This article originally appeared on Colts Wire: 2026 NFL draft: LSU WR Chris Hilton on Colts' radar
Continue reading...
