The Indianapolis Colts signed their second of nine draft picks to a rookie deal on Wednesday, the latest coming in the form of cornerback Isaiah Rodgers out of UMass.
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The sixth-round pick signed his four-year deal the day after fifth-round pick Danny Pinter got the ball rolling for the draft class. Rodgers’ deal is very similar to Pinter’s with the exception of a smaller signing bonus.
Per Over the Cap, here are the details of the four-year rookie contract for Rodgers:
Rodgers is likely competing for a roster spot at the slot cornerback position behind starter Kenny Moore II. His competition will be the veteran in T.J. Carrie, who signed a one-year deal with the Colts in free agency.
Rodgers is an intriguing pick for the Colts. Though he is undersized (5’9, 170), he has plenty of traits that could lead to success in the league. He reportedly ran a 4.28 in the 40-yard dash at his pro day while his production includes 11 interceptions and 34 passes defended during his career at UMass.
His ability on special teams will also likely be a factor in whether he makes the roster or not.
Regardless, Rodgers has signed his rookie deal and will be looking to grab that final roster spot in the cornerback room whenever the Colts get together.
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