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Former Ohio State DB, 2017 first-round pick signs with Dallas Cowboys
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A former Ohio State star and first-round selection is headed to Dallas.
ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported on Tuesday that former Buckeye and Indianapolis Colts safety Malik Hooker has inked a deal with the Cowboys. He was a first-round selection by the Colts in the 2017 NFL Draft, taken No. 15 overall.
Hooker spent his first four years in the league in Indianapolis. He was credited with 124 tackles, 11 pass break-ups and 7 interceptions with the Colts.
Former Colts’ first-round pick Malik Hooker officially signed with the Cowboys.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) July 27, 2021
But Hooker was unable to stay healthy during his time with the organization, playing in just 35 of 64 games over that four-year span. He sustained a torn Achilles in the second game of the 2020 season, essentially ending his time with the Colts.
Now, Hooker will have the opportunity to start over with a new organization. At times in his career, he’s looked like a first-round pick. But health has hindered his growth and success on the field.
Dustin grew up in the heart of Big Ten country and has been in sports media since 2010. He has been covering Big Ten football since 2014. You can follow him on Twitter: @SchutteCFB