Tory Horton 2025 NFL Draft: Top 3 landing spots for Colorado State receiver

Modified Jan 27, 2025 16:41 GMT

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Colorado State Rams receiver Tory Horton is expected to hear his name called on Day 2 of the 2025 NFL draft.

Horton began his college career at Nevada before transferring to Colorado State. In 2024, Horton only played in five games due to injuries after back-to-back 1,000+ receiving yards.

Horton is expected to be a Day 2 pick, according to NFL Draft Buzz.

"Horton's versatility in playing both outside and in the slot, along with his experience as a punt returner, adds value to his draft stock," NFL Draft Buzz's article read. ... "Teams looking for a receiver who can contribute on special teams and develop into a starting role will find Horton an appealing option."

Ahead of the draft, here are three landing spots for Horton.

Tory Horton NFL draft landing spots

#1. Buffalo Bills

The Buffalo Bills were just eliminated from the playoffs in the AFC championship game by the Kansas City Chiefs.

The Bills didn't have a true No. 1 receiver in 2024. They just relied on multiple receivers. Buffalo should look to draft a couple of receivers, and Horton makes a lot of sense.

Horton needs to work on his route-running, but he can be a deep ball threat and someone who can catch passes in the middle of the field.

#2. New England Patriots

The New England Patriots need to give Drake Maye more weapons to throw to this season.

The Patriots should look to sign a top receiver and then draft a couple. They could select Horton on Day 2 to be an impact receiver. He can be the Patriots' No. 2 or No. 3 receiver.

Horton finished his college career with 27 touchdowns in five years, so he is also a good red-zone option for Maye and the Patriots.

#3. Pittsburgh Steelers

The Pittsburgh Steelers offense was terrible at the end of the year, and they must add multiple receivers this offseason.

George Pickens is a good receiver, but NFL teams can double-team him because they don't have many weapons around him. Horton can be a nice secondary option alongside Pickens.

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An NHL fan his whole life, Cole played rep hockey in Canada from age 5 until 17 and grew up rooting for Martin St. Louis and the Tampa Bay Lightning. His all-time favorite players are Vincent Lecavalier and Steven Stamkos, while Jon Cooper is his favorite coach of all time.

Cole attended Sheridan College and received his journalism degree in 2019. After decades of watching and reporting, he considers his knowledge of sports as his primary strength. He ensures that the same story has been reported by at least two reputed reporters before creating it.

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