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The One Flaw Giants CB Colton Hood Must Fix to Unlock His 'Great' Lockdown Potential

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Giants Sign Second-Round CB Colton Hood

Per Art Stapleton, the Giants signed second-round CB Colton Hood to a rookie contract. Stapleton adds Hood’s four-year deal is worth about $12.81 million with a $5.77 million signing bonus.

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The New York Giants have signed cornerback Colton Hood, their second-round draft pick, to a four-year deal that, per NFL insider Aaron Wilson , is worth $12.81 million, including a $5.778 million signing bonus that is fully guaranteed. Per Over the Cap, Hood’s estimated cap hit for this year is $2.354 million.

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How Baseball Helped Make Playing Cornerback Easier for Giants Rookie Colton Hood

Colton Hood just wants the ball. And don’t tell him he can’t have it just because he’s a cornerback and not a receiver. No, the New York Giants ’ second-round draft pick, a cornerback by trade, knows he’s being paid to come in, snatch the ball away from opposing offenses, and giftwrap as short a field as possible for the Giants’ offense.

Giants’ New Cornerback Colton Hood Boldly Corrects PFF Stat After Draft

The New York Giants are getting rave reviews for scooping up cornerback Colton Hood in the second round of the 2026 NFL Draft. The former Tennessee talent was a pest in man coverage last season, but he might be better than his Pro Football Focus numbers even indicate.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / April 28

Former Vols DB Colton Hood goes viral for teaching the NFL commissioner his ‘signature move’ from his time at Tennessee

Former Tennessee Volunteers defensive back Colton Hood was selected by the New York Giants in the second round of the 2026 NFL Draft. Hood was the first former Vol selected in the draft.

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2026 NFL Draft: Contract details revealed for Giants 2nd-round pick Colton Hood

With the No. 37 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, the New York Giants selected Tennessee cornerback Colton Hood. He is set to sign a four-year contract worth $12.8 million, according to Spotrac.

New York Giants select Colton Hood in 2nd round of 2026 NFL Draft

Former Tennessee cornerback Colton Hood was selected by the New York Giants in the second round of the 2026 NFL Draft. The Vols’ star can now begin his pro career!

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College Football News / Pro Football Rumors / April 22

Colton Hood Could Be No. 2 CB In Draft

Thanks to growing concerns over the long-term health of his knee, Tennessee cornerback Jermod McCoy‘s stock appears to be trending down on the eve of the draft.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / April 22

ESPN insider drops interesting new intel about where former Tennessee Vols CB Colton Hood could be selected in the 2026 NFL Draft

Former Tennessee Vols cornerback Colton Hood is expected to be an early round selection in the 2026 NFL Draft. There’s a good chance that Hood,in fact, will be a first round pick in the draft.

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Eugene Asante reveals Colton Hood story ahead of 2026 NFL Draft: ‘That’s the guy’

The 2026 NFL Draft will begin later this week. And ahead of it, former Auburn linebacker Eugene Asante had an awesome story to share about Tennessee cornerback Colton Hood.

NFL News / A to Z Sports / April 15

Kansas City Chiefs’ latest reported pre-draft visit sparks first-round 2026 NFL Draft cornerback speculation

The Kansas City Chiefs had Tennessee CB Colton Hood in for a pre-draft visit this week. It’s a fit that makes all the sense in the world. The Kansas City Chiefs and the rest of the NFL will wrap up pre-draft visit season on Wednesday.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / April 15

Chiefs, Jets, Raiders, Seahawks, Texans Meet With CB Colton Hood

Today represents the final opportunity for teams to conduct “30” visits with players, and several updates on this front have emerged. A couple involve Tennessee cornerback Colton Hood.

Seattle Seahawks News / Seattle Seahawks on SI / April 9

Seahawks Linked to One of NFL Draft’s Biggest Risers

With Riq Woolen leaving in NFL free agency, the Seattle Seahawks can use more depth at the cornerback position. They could potentially find that in the upcoming 2026 NFL draft, with Tennessee’s Colton Hood standing out as a potential target in Round 1.

College Football News / Total Pro Sports / April 6

What Is Colton Hood’s GPA? A Look at the Tennessee CB’s Academic Record

Colton Hood has been gaining attention as a rising defensive back for the Tennessee Volunteers, but beyond his on-field performances, there’s growing interest in his academic background.

College Football News / Tennessee Volunteers on SI / March 31

Colton Hood Opens Up About Tennessee Football During Pro Day

On Tuesday, fourteen players participated in Pro Day on Rocky Top as they chase their dreams of being selected in the NFL Draft. A good group of guys who truly gave their all for the university.

College Football News / Tennessee Volunteers on SI / October 15

Willie Martinez Shares Honest Ty Redmond and Colton Hood Statement

The Tennessee Volunteers have many different players who have been stepping up in a role that they weren't expected for them. The Vols expected to enter this season with one injury in the DB room at the cornerback position outside of Jourdan Thomas.

College Football News / A to Z Sports / October 10

Vols cornerback Colton Hood says he grew up with a key member of Tennessee's baseball team

Tennessee Vols cornerback Colton Hood has been an extremely important player for UT football so far this season. Hood, who started his college career at Auburn, transferred from Colorado to Tennessee during the spring transfer window.

College Football News / Tennessee Volunteers on SI / September 25, 2025

Colton Hood a 'Transfer Portal Surprise' for the Tennessee Volunteers

Colton Hood has been a transfer portal surprise for the Tennessee Volunteers this. The Tennessee Volunteers have unfortunately dealt with multiple injuries on defense this season.

College Football News / Tennessee Volunteers on SI / May 4, 2025

Tennessee Football Transfer Addition Colton Hood's Stats at Colorado Goes Viral

Tennessee Vols transfer addition Colton Hood had a great season with Colorado. The Tennessee Volunteers went out and made a power move by adding Colorado Buffaloes defensive back transfer Colton Hood, who is arguably the best transfer the Vols have landed overall this off-season.

College Football News / Field Level Media / May 2, 2025

Colorado CB Colton Hood transferring to Tennessee

Former Colorado cornerback Colton Hood announced on Friday that he is transferring to Tennessee. Hood had been expected to take over for Heisman Trophy winner Travis Hunter in the Buffaloes' secondary.

Colorado Buffaloes News / Colorado Buffaloes on SI / October 19, 2024

Watch: Colorado's Colton Hood 46-yard interception return vs. Arizona

Colorado displayed dominance in their matchup against Arizona, taking control of the game from the start and building a commanding 31-7 lead late in the fourth quarter.

Colorado Buffaloes News / Colorado Buffaloes on SI / October 13, 2024

Colorado's Colton Hood 59-yard interception vs. Kansas State

Colorado defensive back Colton Hood made a crucial play in the fourth quarter to keep his team alive in a tense game. With just under four minutes left on the clock, Hood stepped in front of a pass and returned it for 59 yards, giving Colorado a much-needed spark.