Twitter reacts to Colts signing CB Stephon Gilmore

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The Indianapolis Colts made headlines Friday morning when it was announced they reached an agreement on a two-year deal with veteran cornerback Stephon Gilmore.

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This splash move solidifies a major need for the Colts entering the 2022 NFL draft, which is less than two weeks away now.

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The addition of Gilmore gives the Colts a bonafide starter on the boundary and even though they could still add depth to the position,

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Gilmore is a five-time Pro Bowler and a sticky cover man when healthy. After five seasons in Buffalo, Gilmore signed a big-money contract in New England in 2017,

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However, a quad injury and contract dispute led to his exit from the Patriots in 2021. He was traded to Carolina in early October, where he played in eight games.

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Gilmore's coverage stats have declined since his 2019 DPOY season. In 2019 he allowed a 49.0 completion percentage, one touchdown, six interceptions and a 47.4 passer rating.

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The Colts allowed 32 pass TDs (2nd-most in NFL) and 234.1 pass YPG (19th in NFL) in 2021. The hope is that a rejuvenated Gilmore can help plug that leak.

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