Cam Bynum shares first impression of new Colts' S AJ Haulcy

You can't ignore the ball production that new Indianapolis Colts' safety AJ Haulcy had during his college career. Even veteran safety Cam Bynum has taken notice.

Over the last two seasons alone, Haulcy came away with eight interceptions and 12 pass deflections. He finished his college career with 10 interceptions in total.

"Ball Hawk," Bynum said of Haulcy. "For sure, one of those safeties that's going to set the tone. I think 10 interceptions over the course of his career, that's a lot. So I know he's going to get the ball and that's something that I enjoy doing also. So I think us playing together and just with this whole defense, I think he'll fit in really well and be a tone setter. And that's what I've seen from the highlights I've watched. And he reached out to me the other day, and I told him like I'm excited to get to work with him and I know he's excited to be here."

Bynum has also showcased his ability to make plays on the ball throughout his NFL career, totaling 12 interceptions and 17 pass breakups over five seasons. The potential one-two punch of Bynum and Haulcy patrolling the middle and deep portions of the Colts' secondary could present a major challenge for opposing offenses.

To go along with Haulcy's ball production, he also brings a versatile presence to the Colts' secondary as well. The flexibility this gives Lou Anarumo, especially when paired with Bynum, who can fill a variety of roles as well, allows the Colts' defensive play caller to disguise coverages and tailor game plans.

In addition to Haulcy, the Colts also have Jonathan Owens, Juanyeh Thomas, and Hunter Wohler all vying for playing time. Haulcy will have to earn his starting role, but Bynum believes the competition will help elevate his play and the play of the safety room as a whole.