The Indianapolis Colts selected Northwestern running back Evan Hull with the No. 176 overall pick in the 2023 NFL draft.
Using the selection they received in the Stephon Gilmore trade, the Colts add a solid running back prospect who has a nice combination of size, speed and pass-catching abilities.
At 5-foot-10 and 209 pounds, Hull posted a 4.47 in the 40-yard dash with a 1.53 10-yard split. He added a 37-inch vertical jump and 10-foot-3-inch broad jump.
A two-year starter at Northwestern, Hull was a solid between-the-tackles runner, but his value comes as a receiver. He led all of college football running backs in receptions (55) during the 2022 season, and he racked up 88 receptions over his two seasons as a starter.
Hull may not be the most elusive runner, but he brings some juice and contact balance to the offense. He needs to improve his pass-blocking, especially when it comes to recognizing where the blitz is coming from.
Hull will add special teams contributions as a return man and should compete for the final spot in the backfield with Zack Moss, Deon Jackson and Darrynton Evans.
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