Someone needs to run the offense, and C.J. The Day 2 selections hold more weight, but Indianapolis will be able to add valuable depth with their draft assets in the later rounds. For many experts, Georgia defensive lineman Jalen Carter is the clear-cut No. All Rights Reserved. He played through injury in 2022 and clearly isn't a finished product. No matter what happens with Indianapolis' coaching search, this team isn't leaving the offseason with another veteran retread at quarterback. If he can maximize his NFL-level traits, the franchise won't be looking for another signal-caller for several more years. ", Selection (No. 1 QB in this class, but based on the Colts' prior choices at QB, I have a hard time believing they'd go for the smaller Bryce Young. Stroud. 1 overall, trade up with Chicago Bears): Will Levis, QB, Kentucky, Analysis: "The Colts have been aggressive at quarterback of late, but the last two veteran quarterback acquisitions have flopped. So they send a few picks to Chicago to ensure they get their guy. Who are some players experts think the Colts could target in the second round and later? The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. 80 overall): Josh Proctor, S, Ohio State, Expert: Walter Cherepinsky, Walter Football, Analysis: _"The Colts need to find a permanent solution at quarterback, rather than play musical chairs at the position. But not here. 79 overall): Josh Downs, WR, North Carolina, Expert: Walter Cherepinsky, WalterFootball.com, Analysis: "The Colts need to find a permanent solution at quarterback, rather than play musical chairs at the position. Most recent mock draft update: 2/23/2023. I'm not sold on Levis, but it won't surprise me if a team like the Colts falls in love with his physical tools, toughness, and potential, looking past the flaws and inconsistencies in his play. The Colts have grown tired of investing in veterans. Here's a look at which players were mocked to the Colts the most with those selections over the last few months. All Rights Reserved. Whether they can correct his flaws is a different story, but Levis does have the high-level talent worth banking on. ", Analysis: "It's easy to see how Indianapolis GM Chris Ballard would appreciate Levis, who oozes toughness, even if he's coming off a challenging 2022 season. In large part, those picks are evenly distributed from round to round. follow. 4 overall): C.J. ", Analysis: "The Colts are ecstatic to pick Levis, who's a big-armed, highly athletic quarterback ready to lead the team in its next chapter. Let's slide into our latest 2023 NFL mock draft, projecting picks 1-31 with trades before the NFL Combine shakes things up. Analysis: "This trade makes sense for both sides. Steichen got the most out of Jalen Hurts, and will likely be able to do the same here with the unlimited upside of Richardson, who will be able to duplicate a lot of the Philadelphia offense right away. The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. Here, they take Will Levis, who when he has had the right supporting cast around him has played just as well as any quarterback in this class. It worked out well the other two times: Peyton Manning and Andrew Luck. 1 overall pick from the Chicago Bears.. 1 selection and 64th pick. The season, however, doesn't end today and that is a very good thing for the Colts. Paul Sancya/Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. Stroud fits what the Colts need. Pro Football Network strives to passionately deliver purposeful, captivating, and exceptional football content. ", Selection (No. This year's draft will offer plenty of excitement, starting right at the top. 3 pick, which is one spot ahead of . 5 spot in the 2023 NFL Draft with Monday Night's 20-3 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers. ", Analysis: "The Colts don't necessarily have to trade up to No. Here is the current draft order and each team's remaining schedule: They haven't had that since Andrew Luck. 1, it'd be the Colts. Stroud, QB, Ohio State Selection (No. With the Texans sitting at second overall, however, the Colts will have to pay a hefty price. The Colts have seven picks in the 2022 NFL Draft, including Nos. Get acquainted with a few names in the second installment of the Colts 2022 NFL Mock Draft Roundup, which comes on the eve of the NFL Scouting Combine. 35 overall): Anton Harrison, T, Oklahoma Selection (No. The. March 1, 2023 6:00 am ET. 35 overall): Keion White, DE, Georgia Tech Selection (No. 73. They go back to what worked with Manning and Luck and draft a quarterback super, duper high. 1 overall, trade up with Chicago Bears): C.J. Colts. 4 overall): C.J. ", Analysis: "Now onto Mr. Young, and his addition to a Colts team that has tried and failed to address the quarterback position ever since Andrew Luck's shocking retirement. In return for a package that would include as least this year's second-round pick and next year's first-round pick, Chicago drops down three spots, while the Colts usher in a new era with this year's top quarterback prospect. 1 player in the class at the position. Keep reading to see how the rest of the first round unfolds. ", Selection (No. 79 overall): Tyler Steen, OT, Alabama, Expert: Ian Cummings, Pro Football Network, Analysis: "Indianapolis' first order of business was hiring head coach Shane Steichen. MORE: Breaking down the Bears' options with the No. Stroud, QB, Ohio State Selection (No. Steichen and the Eagles have done a great job building the offense around Jalen Hurts rather than forcing him to do something with which he is uncomfortable. Stroud, with a shade of the Justin Fields vs. Zach Wilson/Mac Jones debate from 2021. Indianapolis needs a QB to lead their offense, and drafting the Alabama star makes sense. After months of 2023 NFL mock drafts having the Houston Texans with the first selection, a Week 18 win over the Indianapolis Colts dropped them down to No. Michael Clubb/Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. This would mark the third time over the last 25 years that the Colts held the No. _, Analysis: "In this mock draft, Stroud doesn't just leapfrog Young the Indianapolis Colts trade their fourth and 35th picks in the 2023 draft, as well as their first-round pick in the 2024 draft, to move up to first overall to take Stroud, moving the Chicago Bears to fourth. The Bears and Cardinals are definite trade-down candidates for the Colts. ", Analysis: "Jim Irsay hasn't made a public decision on the Colts' head coaching search, but whoever the Colts hire is going to need a quarterback. They have some intriguing talent on their roster, but as we've seen time and time in the NFL, nothing else matters if they don't have their quarterback. 1 overall, trade up with Chicago Bears): Bryce Young, QB, Alabama Selection (No. Check out photos of the players the experts have the Colts selecting in the 2023 NFL Draft. Yes, they need a quarterback, but they also don't need to sell the farm to get one. ", Selection (No. Alabama quarterback Bryce Young (9) celebrates after throwing a touchdown pass during the second half of the Sugar Bowl NCAA college football game against Kansas State, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, in New Orleans. 1 overall, trade up with Chicago Bears): Bryce Young, QB, Alabama, Analysis: "Rather than stay put and hope that their quarterback of choice falls to them at No. In this scenario, the Colts can trade up with the Bears to leapfrog the divisional rival Texans to obtain the quarterback they want in this class. ", Expert: Benjamin Robinson, Football Outsiders, Analysis: "Given his lackluster production at Kentucky in 2022, I expect Levis' QBASE projections to be pretty poor, la Josh Allen, whom he will be compared to a lot this cycle. ", Analysis: "The Colts are in need of a franchise quarterback and taking a risk on a four-year rookie deal is more manageable and cap-friendly than a short-term fix on a high-priced veteran. (AP Photo/Danny Karnik), National offensive lineman Cody Mauch of North Dakota State (70) during the first half of the Senior Bowl NCAA college football game Saturday, Feb. 4, 2023, in Mobile, Ala.. (AP Photo/Butch Dill), American offensive lineman John Michael Schmitz of Minnesota (74) during the first half of the Senior Bowl NCAA college football game Saturday, Feb. 4, 2023, in Mobile, Ala.. (AP Photo/Butch Dill), Ohio State's Zach Harrison plays against Toledo during an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022, in Columbus, Ohio. The team enters the 2023 Draft with six selections, two of which are in the first round. All rights reserved. 35 overall): Matthew Bergeron, OT, Syracuse, Expert: Trevor Sikkema, Pro Football Focus, Analysis: "With the Colts sitting just a few picks down the draft order, they can present the Bears with the most favorable trade package to come up and get the top quarterback in this draft. But we already have plenty of mock drafts to scroll through before that process begins in earnest. The Chicago Bears can be the biggest winners of the 2023 NFL Draft . Stroud, QB, Ohio State, Analysis: "Indianapolis can't afford to wait for other teams to trade above them. ", Selection (No. Jalen Carter 2023 NFL Draft No. Now, the focus shifts to the 2023 . Jay LaPrete/Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. (AP Photo/Phil Sears), Michigan defensive lineman Mazi Smith (58) plays against Connecticut in the first half of an NCAA college football game in Ann Arbor, Mich., Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022. Stroud, QB, Ohio State Selection (No. When Colts owner Jim Irsay said, "The Alabama guy doesn't look bad," during new head coach Shane Steichen's introductory press conference, he meant it. He's the prototype QB that Jim Irsay and Chris Ballard covet. Pro Football Network, LLC. They can land Stroud, a smart pocket passer with the right accuracy and intangibles to thrive as their true franchise replacement for Andrew Luck. 1 and take Will Levis. Here is the updated order of picks following the . The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. Stroud (7) passes against Georgia during the first half of the Peach Bowl NCAA college football semifinal playoff game, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, in Atlanta. He was a dominant passer, showing good accuracy and the ability to push the ball vertically. And remember to check out "With the First Pick," our NFL Draft podcast that is now twice a week: every Monday and Thursday at 2 p.m. ", Selection (No. Young's improvisation and poise are his greatest strengths. Analysis: "Even if teams are concerned about Bryce Young's size, he won't fall far. While the Kansas City Chiefs, Cincinnati Bengals, San Francisco 49ers and the Philadelphia Eagles duke it out to see who wins the Lombardi this year, we now know where the othe teams will be picking in the 2023 NFL draft.. If Young held the same physical stature as Trevor Lawrence, we'd be talking about them in the same light. Richardson has similarities to Jalen Hurts and All-Pro upside. As of now, the Indianapolis Colts have eight selections in the 2023 NFL Draft. Butch Dill/Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. Indy would have to give the Bears a massive haul to get up here, but to leapfrog a division rival that also needs a quarterback, they might just be willing. The two-time Big Ten Conference Offensive Player of the Year is a classic pocket passer with quality processing skills and pocket management, as well as more than enough arm talent for every throw on the field. He or Young is the right pick for whoever's their head coach and offensive coordinator. Michael Clubb/Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. ", Analysis: "The Colts still make the most sense as a trade partner for the Bears, as they could fall in love with one of this year's top quarterback prospects, and want to jump the division-rival Texans (with at least an additional first-round pick and second-round pick going to the Bears, and likely more) to make sure they get their man. Colts fans can breathe a sigh of relief knowing that the Jeff Saturday era has come to an end in Indianapolis. 18, 101st and 237th selections in the 2022 NFL Draft to the Philadelphia Eagles for . Instead, they move up to No. Stroud doesn't have a single eye-popping trait, but he checks a lot of the boxes with ease. A&M won 23-21. With the potential to start in his rookie year and the upside his play teases, fantasy managers could certainly talk themselves into Richardson as the top QB in rookie drafts. 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