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Colts 2015 Position Review: Cornerbacks

By Evan Reller

Dec 20, 2015; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indianapolis Colts cornerback Vontae Davis (21) intercepts a pass intended for Houston Texans wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins (10) during the first half at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 20, 2015; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indianapolis Colts cornerback Vontae Davis (21) intercepts a pass intended for Houston Texans wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins (10) during the first half at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports /
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Aug 29, 2015; St. Louis, MO, USA; Indianapolis Colts cornerback Darius Butler (20) breaks up a pass to St. Louis Rams wide receiver Kenny Britt (18) at the Edward Jones Dome. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports
Aug 29, 2015; St. Louis, MO, USA; Indianapolis Colts cornerback Darius Butler (20) breaks up a pass to St. Louis Rams wide receiver Kenny Britt (18) at the Edward Jones Dome. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports /

Darius Butler

Grade: C-

What went right: Butler is still a solid slot corner, but was forced to play out of position at times this season due to injuries. He finished the season with an interception and two forced fumbles.

What went wrong: Butler was forced to play outside while Toler was injured and that simply isn’t in his skill set. He wasn’t immune to the injury bug either, missing two games and playing a number of them hurt. Butler was graded higher than Toler this season, but was still in that “god awful” range. At the very least, he was more productive and forced multiple turnovers.

Offseason expectations: Butler is heading into a contract year and the Colts would only save $2.5 million by cutting him. They’re also going to be thin at corner after letting Toler walk, so it is unlikely that Butler is on the list of cuts. He is still a good slot corner and if the Colts can manage a pass rush next season will be more than adequate for the team.

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