Colton Hood
Career Summary
Colton Hood is a New York Giants cornerback.
He played at Auburn, Colorado and Tennessee before entering the NFL in 2026.
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Early Life
Hood comes from McDonough, Georgia.
His parents are Bengie and Crystal Hood. His brother Brandon also played college football.
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High School
Hood attended Eagles Landing Christian Academy.
He played four offensive and defensive positions and earned 2022 Region 5-2A Athlete of the Year honors. He also competed in baseball, basketball and track.
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College Career
Hood played one season at each of three colleges.
He started all 12 Tennessee games in 2025, recording 50 tackles and two defensive touchdowns. His college career included 29 appearances, 13 starts and three interceptions.
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Path to the NFL
The Giants selected Hood 37th overall in the 2026 NFL Draft.
He entered the league as a second-round cornerback after his Tennessee season.
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NFL Career
Hood began his professional career with New York in 2026.
The Giants' Week 1 statistics against Dallas list one appearance and no starts.
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Career Accomplishments
Hood earned Associated Press second-team All-SEC honors in 2025.
At Colorado in 2024, he led the Big 12 in interception return yards.
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