Colts Host Top Edge Rusher Lawrence

0:00It's April 9th. From kickoff to the final whistle, this is NFL News Today, powered by AI, I'm Cory with the story. The Indianapolis Colter bringing in University of Central Florida edge rusher Malachai Lawrence for an official pre-drav visit straight from NFL. Networks Mike Garafalo. This 6'4", 250lb beast is sitting pretty as a top 50 prospect on Daniel Jeremiah's bigboard and teams get up to 30. Out of these visits per draft cycle, Lawrence has been a fixture on UCF's D-line for three straight seasons, logging over 1,300 snaps with production that keeps. Climbing 25 pressures in 2023, 28 in 2024, and 40 this year, plus 20 career sacks per PFF. Stats. He capted off earning first team all big 12 honors after the 2025 season, turning heads with his explosive first step and bag of. First rush moves that work inside or out.

1:00Meanwhile, the Colts beefed up their edge with free agent signings like Arden Key and Michael Clemens, but those guys look more like rotation pieces. Right now, leaving a gap for a true impact player opposite, Liatu Latu, especially without a first round pick to chase a stud. As the Colts scout for that next level pressure, Lawrence's pro traits and upward trajectory make him a smart look, potentially sparking real. Position on the line, heading into the 2026 draft.