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Eberflus on safeties: Colts eager to deploy Blackmon, want more consistent Malik Hooker

Indianapolis Colts cornerback Kenny Moore II discusses the adversity the team faced in 2019. Indianapolis Star

On the heels of the Colts’ decision not to pick up Malik Hooker’s fifth-year option, Matt Eberflus provided a little insight into why.

During a Zoom call with local media, the defensive coordinator explained that talent isn't the free safety's problem. He has plenty of that. What Hooker needs to do is show it more consistently— first in practice, then in games.

“If you are going to be a high-performing player, an All-Pro player or a high-performing starter, the consistency just has to be there,” Eberflus said.