Georgia State WR Ted Hurst Visits Colts Ahead of NFL Draft

Hurst is a big-play threat who could fill the Colts' need for receiver depth

Mar. 26, 2026 at 10:54pm

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The Indianapolis Colts are hosting Georgia State wide receiver Ted Hurst on a pre-draft visit. Hurst is coming off two productive seasons, totaling nearly 1,000 receiving yards in each year and averaging over 17 yards per catch. He is known for his speed and ability to generate big plays, and could provide depth and competition for the Colts' wide receiver corps.

Why it matters

The Colts are looking to add more talent and competition at the wide receiver position, especially for the WR3 role. Hurst's combination of size, speed, and production could make him an attractive option to help bolster the team's receiving unit.

The details

During the last two seasons, Hurst has nearly reached the 1,000-yard mark each year, totaling 961 yards in 2024 and 999 yards in 2025. He has scored 15 total touchdowns over that span. Hurst has also shown the ability to generate big plays, averaging 17.2 yards per catch in 2024. According to PFF, his target share has shifted from more downfield routes to attacking the intermediate areas. Hurst measured in at 6'3" and 206 pounds, and ran a 4.42-second 40-yard dash, earning a nearly perfect 9.90 Relative Athletic Score.

  • Hurst will be one of 30 players the Colts are hosting for pre-draft visits.
  • LSU quarterback Garrett Nussmeier is also visiting the Colts.

The players

Ted Hurst

A wide receiver from Georgia State who is known for his speed, big-play ability, and production over the last two seasons.

Garrett Nussmeier

A quarterback from LSU who is also visiting the Colts as part of their pre-draft visits.

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What they’re saying

“Long-legged, vertical-minded wideout with the speed and ability to stress corners from snap to whistle. Hurst is quick to beat press and hit the accelerator into his route work. He has the hips, feet and balance to run a more robust route tree than what we saw from him in college. He's an above-average ball-tracker deep and a dangerous catch-and-run option.”

— Lance Zierlein, NFL.com Draft Analyst

What’s next

The Colts will continue their pre-draft evaluation process, including hosting more prospects for visits, before making their selections in the 2026 NFL Draft.

The takeaway

The Colts' interest in Ted Hurst highlights their desire to add more dynamic playmaking ability and depth at the wide receiver position. Hurst's combination of size, speed, and production could make him an appealing option to help bolster the team's receiving corps.