According to NFL.com’s Lance Zierlein, Indianapolis Colts safety Nick Cross is his pick for the Horseshoe’s ‘one pivotal rookie’ during the 2022 campaign:
Nick Cross
Maryland · S
Indianapolis Colts
Drafted: Round 3, No. 96 overall
Wide receiver Alec Pierce was the Colts’ first pick in the 2022 draft (53rd overall) and will absolutely factor in this season, but the third-round safety will likely carry the most importance in Year 1.