42 and 73 on Day 2. Who are some players NFL Draft experts think the team could consider with those picks? A great arm with tremendous accuracy, Stroud brings everything you want in a quarterback. ", Analysis: "I wanted to put Ohio State QB C.J. 1 selection and 64th pick. However, the star defensive lineman now finds himself in a precarious legal situation. ", Selection (No. If the draft is a crapshoot, Levis is the dice you bet on. 4 overall): Bryce Young, QB, Alabama, Analysis: "Bryce Young might be a nice fit for the offense that new head coach Shane Steichen is going to install with the Colts. Yes, Young doesn't have an elite frame, but what he lacks in size, he makes up for in playmaking ability. After going 4-12-1 in 2022, the Colts will have the fourth overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. It is a deep 2023 class at the position and Ohio State's C.J. 35 overall): Anton Harrison, T, Oklahoma Selection (No. Stroud, QB, Ohio State, Analysis: "After trading back from No. 4 overall, allowing Indianapolis to move up in the process. 2023 NFL Draft Mock: Mel Kiper Predicts Where College Football's Top Prospects Could Land 1. Note: The Bengals are not projected to have any compensatory picks in the 2023 NFL Draft. The 6-foot-3, 222-pound Levis might be a controversial choice, but he possesses the physical tools and intangibles to grow through the adversity that all young QBs must face. While the Colts' focus right now remains on hiring a head coach, draft evaluation season is quickly approaching. The 6-foot-3, 215-pounder is a highly talented dual-threat quarterback who could end up as a first-round pick - and perhaps at the top of Round 1. Ohio Alabama's Will Anderson Jr. may not be the first overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft only simply . Stroud's biggest knock is his lack of creativity outside the pocket. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya), American offensive lineman Darnell Wright of Tennessee (58) during the first half of the Senior Bowl NCAA college football game Saturday, Feb. 4, 2023, in Mobile, Ala.. (AP Photo/Butch Dill), Analysis: "Since Andrew Luck's retirement, the Colts have had little success turning to QBs nearing the end of their careers, and it's safe to assume that owner Jim Irsay will be looking for the team's next face of the franchise. ", Analysis: "The Colts have the feel of a team that will favor more traditional QB prospects over an undersized signal-caller like Bryce Young. ", Selection (No. Michael Clubb/Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. Stroud, Anthony Richardson, and Will Levis could all be in play. ", Analysis: "Chicago continues to build its stockpile of draft capital by moving down, and Indianapolis finally invests in a rookie quarterback after getting burned by the expensive Carson Wentz and Matt Ryan experiments over the past two years. He'll be be a perfect fit in Indianapolis for a team that has been playing musical chairs at the quarterback position since the retirement of Andrew Luck. ", Selection (No. 2 overall, trade up with Chicago Bears via Houston Texans): C.J. Young's size will turn off plenty, but he could be a massive upgrade right away in Indy. ", Selection (No. He's the prototype QB that Jim Irsay and Chris Ballard covet. ", Analysis: "The Colts' reward for an absolute QB mess between Matt Ryan, Nick Foles and Sam Ehlinger in the final abbreviated season under Frank Reich is being bad enough to get in position to stop recycling veteran QBs. It worked out well the other two times: Peyton Manning and Andrew Luck. 80 overall): Rashad Torrence, S, Florida. All rights reserved. Who are some players experts think the Colts could target in the second round and later? ", Analysis: "He will rise during the draft process, despite a poor final month of stats with the Wildcats (6 TDs, 5 INTs, zero games over 215 passing yards). Analysis: "Every team will have their "favorite" at quarterback in the 2023 NFL Draft, and it just feels like Will Levis will be the Colts' guy or at least near the top of their list. 42 and 73 on Day 2. Who are some players NFL Draft experts think the team could consider with those picks? 35 overall): Kelee Ringo, CB, Georgia Selection (No. ", Selection (No. But Steichen is in Indy for the long haul and he grabs a QB with a ton of upside to build around. 35 overall): Keion White, DE, Georgia Tech Selection (No. The Colts have seven picks in the 2022 NFL Draft, including Nos. All Rights Reserved. Young becomes the fourth quarterback to be drafted No. 80 overall): Devon Achane, RB, Texas A&M, Analysis: "In 2022, Stroud completed 66 percent of his passes for 3,688 yards, 41 touchdowns and six interceptions. It's time to get a youthful passer in Indianapolis, and Levis, while far from perfect, has No. Follow me @walterfootball for updates. He'll be be a perfect fit in Indianapolis for a team that has been playing musical chairs at the quarterback position since the retirement of Andrew Luck. Publish date: Jan 2, 2023 11:51 AM EST. Analysis: "Picking fourth in this 2023 NFL Mock Draft, the Indianapolis Colts simply have to pull the trigger on a quarterback. Ohio State quarterback C.J. 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. 4 overall): C.J. Its almost a foregone conclusion that Indianapolis will select one of the 2023 NFL Drafts top quarterbacks with that top-five pick, investing in a young signal-caller on a rookie deal. ", Expert: Oliver Hodgkinson, Pro Football Network. 5 spot in the 2023 NFL Draft with Monday Night's 20-3 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers. This pick just feels like a good gamble for Indianapolis. Indy gets its franchise quarterback in Alabama's Bryce Young while giving up a slew of picks, including No. Mock Draft Monday, our weekly roundup of experts' predictions for who the Colts will take in the NFL Draft, is back with the NFL Combine getting underway in Indianapolis this week. (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. The only exception is that the Colts have two seventh-round selections after acquiring an extra seventh in a trade for Tampa Bays Grant Stuard. The 2021 Heisman Trophy winner doesn't have a big frame, which some NFL scouts will downgrade him for because there aren't many starting quarterbacks under 200 pounds. Stroud stands tall in the pocket, throwing darts but also displaying nice touch when needed. ", Selection (No. Presented by Colts 2023 NFL Mock Draft Monday: Feb. 27, Pre-NFL Combine Mock Draft Monday, our weekly roundup of experts' predictions for who the Colts will take in the NFL Draft,. The 2022 NFL Draft is finally here, with the first round kicking off Thursday at 8 p.m. ET. While the Colts do not have a first-round pick, they do have two picks on Day 2 at No. 35 overall): John Michael Schmitz, iOL, Minnesota Selection (No. 35 overall): Kayshon Boutte, WR, LSU, Analysis: "The Colts' reward for an absolute QB mess between Matt Ryan, Nick Foles and Sam Ehlinger in the final abbreviated season under Frank Reich is being bad enough to get in position to stop recycling veteran QBs. Indianapolis needs a QB to lead their offense, and drafting the Alabama star makes sense. ", Analysis: "Will Levis is in line with the prototypical quarterback that Indianapolis has coveted under the direction of general manager Chris Ballard. ", Expert: James Fragoza, Pro Football Network, Analysis: "With his recent top-five hype, Will Levis' unique food habits have fallen off the radar. All Rights Reserved. Round by round results of the 2023 NFL Draft, including rookie contract details. 1 overall, trade up with Chicago Bears): Bryce Young, QB, Alabama, Analysis: "Bryce Young might be historically undersized by successful NFL QB standards, but we don't care. It just depends on who they value. But I've seen Chris Ballard bet on traits and prototypes before, and I'd bet the Colts will love this kid's toughness. With the Texans sitting at second overall, however, the Colts will have to pay a hefty price. Stroud, QB, Ohio State Selection (No. For many experts, Georgia defensive lineman Jalen Carter is the clear-cut No. Brad Gagnon March 1, 2023 Sean Gardner/Getty Images Surely to the surprise of nobody, the Chicago Bearswho hold the top pick in the 2023 NFL draft but already have a young, highly. Mock Draft Monday, our weekly roundup of experts' predictions for who the Colts will take in the NFL Draft, is back with the Senior Bowl on the horizon. ", 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. According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, the Chicago Bears are 'leaning toward' trading down from the #1 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft . (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 NFL Playoffs have reached the conference championship round, leaving just four teams remaining in the tournament. 4 and 36 and a 2024 second-rounder is what I'd project), but it's well worth it for the quarterback-starved Colts. Still, speculation has arisen throughout the. _, Selection (No. Mock Draft Monday Gallery: February 27, 2023. Check it out below. (AP Photo/Matthew Hinton). Be prepared for the ad nauseum debate about the merits of Levis and Ohio State's C.J. ", Analysis: "It's hard to imagine the Colts wanting to turn to another veteran quarterback with limited upside. follow. ", 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. Itll be a tall task after failed year-to-year experiments with Philip Rivers, Carson Wentz, and now Matt Ryan. The trade included sending a 2023 sixth-round. February 28, 2023 11:13 pm ET. Mock Draft Monday, our weekly roundup of experts' predictions for who the Colts will take in the NFL Draft, is back for 2023 this week with a focus on quarterbacks, as well as a few Day 2 selections. ", Analysis: "If the Bears are going to move down, the Colts make the most sense as a trade partner. So they send a few picks to Chicago to ensure they get their guy. I love his tape, though, and I'd be willing to bet on his talent. Stroud hadn't turned into a different player against Georgia. And the next four or five teams with selections have no reason to trade up. 35 overall): Mekhi Garner, CB, LSU Selection (No. Where Do Colts Pick in 2023 NFL Draft? 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. 1 Overall Pick Odds. The Carolina Panthers were already on the receiving end of a pretty weird . The Alabama standout is the biggest gamble of that quartet given his 5-foot-10, 192-pound frame, but he's the best offensive player in this draft. 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. 2 overall, trade with Chicago Bears via Houston Texans): Will Levis, QB, Kentucky, Analysis: "Chicago continues to build its stockpile of draft capital by moving down, and Indianapolis finally invests in a rookie quarterback after getting burned by the expensive Carson Wentz and Matt Ryan experiments over the past two years. 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. ", Expert: Dave Zangaro, NBC Sports Philadelphia, Analysis: "This is where things start to get tricky. Stroud, with a shade of the Justin Fields vs. Zach Wilson/Mac Jones debate from 2021. Thanks to a long list of key free agents on both sides of the ball, and a daunting salary cap . 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. The Colts do not have a first-round pick in the 2022 NFL Draft, and the first selection they own is the 47th overall pick. The Chicago Bears hold the honor of having the first overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, for now. Editor's Note: Our incredible . It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. Here's a look at which players were mocked to the Colts the most with those selections over the last few months. The 2023 NFL Draft order is all but settled, with the Eagles and Chiefs set to decide the final two selections on Super Bowl Sunday. The Colts land a player who has been viewed as a future franchise savior since his Heisman Trophy-winning sophomore season. He won Ohio State's starting quarterback position following Justin Fields' departure to the NFL. Photo by Rich Graessle/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images. The rookie the Colts draft will likely start camp as QB1 and have to fight to keep it. Stroud, QB, Ohio State Selection (No. ", Selection (No. 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. Request more info or view our 3D Seat Viewer below! Bears trade their second overall pick (acquired from the Texans) and 2024 fourth round pick. Bonus: No picks given up here.". The 2023 NFL combine is in full swing, which means that the NFL draft is swiftly approaching. Stroud, in this scenario. ", Analysis: "The Colts' gambles on expensive veteran signal callers has not panned out the past few years, so they go all-in to get their pick of the lot this year. But will Chicago want to move that far down when a lesser move is available? ", Analysis: "At worst, Anthony Richardson is the football version of an And1 mixtape. 35 overall): Jalin Hyatt, WR, Tennessee Selection (No. They "earned" that position in the final week of the 2022 season when they lost to the Minnesota Vikings and . 73. But it seems the NFL is much higher on Levis than his numbers might indicate due to their belief in his physical tools and how much better he can be with some improved passing weapons (none of his wide receivers in 2022 earned a 73.0-plus receiving grade). As of now, the Indianapolis Colts have eight selections in the 2023 NFL Draft. With Georgia's Jalen Carter going to the Bears at No. All Rights Reserved. He was a dominant passer, showing good accuracy and the ability to push the ball vertically. 1 pick. Stroud, QB, Ohio State, 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. Analysis: "Every team will have their "favorite" at quarterback in the 2023 NFL Draft, and it just feels like Will Levis will be the Colts' guy or at least near the top of their list. He or Young is the right pick for whoever's their head coach and offensive coordinator. (AP Photo/Butch Dill), Kentucky quarterback Will Levis (7) hands the ball off to Kentucky running back Chris Rodriguez Jr. (24) during an NCAA college football game against Georgia in Lexington, Ky., Saturday, Nov. 19, 2022. Colts GM Chris Ballard, who was previously a scout in Chicago, is very familiar with Bears GM Ryan Poles the two worked together for four years in the Chiefs' front office. 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