Nate is the product of his blue-collar work ethic … and his critics. He was completely overlooked in high school. He earned every snap that was offered to him at Temple University. And yet Nate is now an Indianapolis Colts cornerback because the hunger in his belly and the chip on his shoulder drive him to beat the odds every single day.

Nate started all 14 games in the Owl secondary in 2016, making a smooth transition to the defensive side of the ball. His quick feet, physicality and will to compete on every down propelled him onto the NFL radar.

The Colts wisely drafted him in the 5th round in the 2017 NFL Draft. Hairston exceeded most forecasts in his first season with the Indianapolis Colts in the 2017-2018 season. He won the starting nickel cornerback job in training camp and went on to make 35 tackles, a pair of sacks and his first career interception versus the Tennessee Titans. Entering his second season, Hairston is emerging as one of the mainstays of a new-look defense intent on creating more turnovers.

However, Nate's love for his community and his drive to empower and help as many kids as he can is what makes him a standout. He's already on the Board of Directors for the Boys and Girls Club of Federick, Maryland and is a frequent participant to the Colts community service events.

He’s best summarized by his personal six-word manta