Ohio State quarterback C.J. Stroud, QB, Ohio State Selection (No. While much of the focus has been on a potential trade-up with the Chicago Bears for the No. If Young held the same physical stature as Trevor Lawrence, we'd be talking about them in the same light. Chris Ballard and Jim Irsay will have their work cut out for them this offseason to win back the hearts of the Colts faithful. ", Selection (No. They can land Stroud, a smart pocket passer with the right accuracy and intangibles to thrive as their true franchise replacement for Andrew Luck. Secure the best seats & best benefits for next season, and be there live for exciting matchups against the Pittsburgh Steelers, Tampa Bay Buccaneers and more of the NFL's best opponents. 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. How Many Draft Picks Do the Colts Have in 2023? Sam will start as QB3 and have to earn his way up the roster OR off the roster. ", 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. While the draft order for playoff teams is determined by the results of the postseason, these 18 organizations already know where they will be drafting on Thursday, April 27, 2023 - barring. 42 and 73 on Day 2. Who are some players NFL Draft experts think the team could consider with those picks? 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. How many picks do they have in the 2023 NFL Draft, and what might they be able to do with this ammunition? This would mark the third time over the last 25 years that the Colts held the No. Here is the updated order of picks following the . (AP Photo/Matthew Hinton). As of now, the Indianapolis Colts have eight selections in the 2023 NFL Draft. 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,. Stroud, in this scenario. If Young held the same physical stature as Trevor Lawrence, we'd be talking about them in the same light. 35 overall): Jalin Hyatt, WR, Tennessee Selection (No. ", 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). However, that's just a slight edge on the Colts, who are given +275 odds, or an implied 26.7%. ", Selection (No. Be prepared for the ad nauseum debate about the merits of Levis and Ohio State's C.J. All rights reserved. If he can maximize his NFL-level traits, the franchise won't be looking for another signal-caller for several more years. 1 overall, trade up with Chicago Bears): Bryce Young, QB, Alabama Selection (No. ", Expert: James Broback, Pro Football Network. (AP Photo/Michael Clubb), Ohio State quarterback C.J. 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. ", Analysis: "C.J. Levis is big (6-3, 232) and possesses all the physical tools to be a great NFL QB. Publish date: Jan 2, 2023 11:51 AM EST. Young is a great quarterback, even if some people have concerns about his size. 1 overall, trade up with Chicago Bears): Anthony Richardson, QB, Florida, Analysis: "I think Richardson is going to emphatically remove the lid from Lucas Oil Stadium at the NFL combine. ", Expert: Michael Renner, Pro Football Focus, Analysis: "It'll take a premium to move up for a prospect like Bryce Young (Pick Nos. The 2023 NFL combine is in full swing, which means that the NFL draft is swiftly approaching. Matthew Hinton/Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. Indy gets its franchise quarterback in Alabama's Bryce Young while giving up a slew of picks, including No. 1 Overall Pick Odds. The same is expected of Steichen and Will Levis. Our opponents are set! Stroud, QB, Ohio State Selection (No. Indianapolis needs a QB to lead their offense, and drafting the Alabama star makes sense. If you can put those aside, Levis has the tools to warrant the Colts' selection. Stroud, QB, Ohio State. Stroud has flown under the national-media radar all season, but some NFL teams will tell you he'll be in the running for QB1, and his performance in the College Football Playoff semifinal game vs. Georgia showed that he can beat you with his arm and his legs. Jay LaPrete/Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. With the Texans sitting at second overall, however, the Colts will have to pay a hefty price. Here is the current draft order and each team's remaining schedule: 4 overall): C.J. 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. 1 overall, trade up with Chicago Bears): C.J. It won't be a driving reason behind a trade up, but sniping Young ahead of division foe Houston would be an added benefit. ", 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. 1 overall pick traits. 4 overall): C.J. ", Analysis: "The Colts have messed around over the last few years with veteran stopgaps at quarterback, and the results have not been good. 79 overall): Zach Harrison, DE, Ohio State, Selection (No. ", Selection (No. All rights reserved, Rick Bowmer/Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. 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. 1 and take Will Levis. The only exception is that the Colts have two seventh-round selections after acquiring an extra seventh in a trade for Tampa Bay's Grant Stuard. Unfortunately for them, things were far from perfect. In a previous mock draft, ESPN's Mel Kiper had the . 80 overall): Luke Wypler, iOL, Ohio State, 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. Bears trade their second overall pick (acquired from the Texans) and 2024 fourth round pick. 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. 80 overall): Rashad Torrence, S, Florida. 35 overall): Antonio Johnson, DB, Texas A&M Selection (No. ", Selection (No. 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. (AP Photo/Brandon Wade), Florida quarterback Anthony Richardson (15) is pressured by Florida State defensive back Jammie Robinson (10) before Richardson threw an incomplete pass on the last play of an NCAA college football game Friday, Nov. 25, 2022, in Tallahassee, Fla. Florida State won 45-38. Bryce Young is the only surefire QB prospect in the class, and there are a plethora of teams that would cough up whatever it takes to secure the rights to draft him. 79 overall): Mazi Smith, DT, Michigan, Analysis: "There's only so much Steichen can do without a legit franchise guy, and unless Young measures 5-foot-9 and 170 pounds at the scouting combine, he's got everything on the ball to become just that kind of NFL player. If the draft is a crapshoot, Levis is the dice you bet on. 1 overall in most recent mock drafts, a new favorite for the Seahawks and their No. The strong-armed passer showed flashes of brilliance and the ability to avoid pressure and create; he also showed a penchant for turning the ball over (23 picks over his last two seasons). (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. According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, the Chicago Bears are 'leaning toward' trading down from the #1 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft . 3, they not only gave up the third overall pick but a third-round pick, a third-round pick the next year, and a fourth-round pick. All rights reserved. _, Selection (No. And if they go get themselves a young offensive coach, it'd make sense to put their trust in that coach to develop Levis, who, even after five years in college, is still a bit of a ball of clay developmentally (in large part because of the lack of year-to-year consistency in the coaches he's worked with). With that fourth overall pick, the Bears land a dominant edge rusher Anderson, who fills one of the. ", Selection (No. There's a clear gap after the top three passers in this class, and the Colts don't necessarily have to trade up to get one of them. 1 min read The Indianapolis Colts made a deal during the final minutes ahead of the. _, 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. 80 overall): Rashad Torrence, S, Florida. Copyright 2019-2023. You'll read plenty of scenarios of them selling the farm to get to No. A&M won 23-21. ", Selection (No. The availability of quarterbacks depends on what happens ahead of the Colts, but Bryce Young, C.J. He is young and has great size to lead Indianapolis forward with a new head coach. Skip to Article . But we already have plenty of mock drafts to scroll through before that process begins in earnest. ", Expert: James Fragoza, Pro Football Network, Analysis: "With his recent top-five hype, Will Levis' unique food habits have fallen off the radar. ", Analysis: "The Colts have employed past-their-prime veteran starting quarterbacks for too long. A cycle of stop-gap veterans isn't taking the franchise anywhere. In large part, those picks are evenly distributed from round to round. Stroud, QB, Ohio State, Analysis: "After cycling through a bevy of veteran signal-callers, it is time for the Colts to find a young quarterback to build around. Their team needs are well accounted for in the current value slots. 1, it'd be the Colts. Will Deadly January Car Accident Tank Jalen Carters Draft Stock? Stroud, QB, Ohio State Selection (No. The Colts do not have a first-round pick in the 2022 NFL Draft. Stroud, QB, Ohio State Selection (No. 42 and No. 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. 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. 2 overall, trade with Chicago Bears via Houston Texans): Will Levis, QB, Kentucky, Analysis: "The Colts need a franchise quarterback in the worst way, and they'll fall in love with Will Levis' traits. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete), American offensive lineman Tyler Steen of Alabama (54) during the first half of the Senior Bowl NCAA college football game Saturday, Feb. 4, 2023, in Mobile, Ala.. (AP Photo/Butch Dill), Southern California offensive lineman Andrew Vorhees (72) warms up before their NCAA college football game against Utah Saturday, Oct. 15, 2022, in Salt Lake City. But I've seen Chris Ballard bet on traits and prototypes before, and I'd bet the Colts will love this kid's toughness. Stroud, QB, Ohio State Selection (No. Here's our first look at who various experts predict the Colts will take in the 2023 NFL Draft: Selection (No. 2023 NFL Mock Draft: Colts trade up to pick Bryce Young at No. It worked out well the other two times: Peyton Manning and Andrew Luck. Stroud, QB, Ohio State, Analysis: "After trading back from No. Stroud does not have to drive far from Columbus to lead the Colts. Stroud is a refined pocket passer with excellent accuracy at all levels. 1 overall, trade with Chicago Bears): Bryce Young, QB, Alabama. The Baltimore Ravens have an abundance of needs entering the 2023 NFL Draft, but they will have to restock the talent pool with just five picks, compared to 11 picks last year (and six in the . Stroud, has declared for the 2023. 1; Raiders reload at QB with Will Levis The Bears unload their 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. The Houston Texans and Indianapolis Colts are likely to have the most firepower to nab the spot, and they're in the same division, adding to the chances they bid against each other. Still, there is no denying the Kentucky passer's arm strength. ", Analysis: "The tape for Levis is a roller-coaster ride. Stroud's performance against Georgia in the College Football Playoff, and in particular his ability to play off-structure and outside the pocket, was the kind of game that scouts will remember throughout draft season. Going into Monday night's game, the Colts currently hold the No. Colts trade their 2023 first round pick (fourth overall) and 2024 first round pick. Get acquainted with a few names in the final installment of our Mock Draft Roundup, which comes on the eve of the NFL Draft in Las Vegas. James Boyd", Selection (No. It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. Yes, they need a quarterback, but they also don't need to sell the farm to get one. Stroud is the guy for the job. 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. Pro Football Network strives to passionately deliver purposeful, captivating, and exceptional football content. As I posited in a recent study of Georgia's Stetson Bennett, NFL teams simply don't draft players with Young's (or Bennett's) size profile and expect them to be immediate starters. 1 overall selection. ", Analysis: "Young's ability to set his feet and secure his balance (his platform) ranks in the top 15 percent in my 10-season sample, helping to explain his accuracy and adding context to what the eyeball test tells us. Stroud, QB, Ohio State, Expert: James Fragoza, Pro Football Network. ", Analysis: "Rather than stay put and hope that their quarterback of choice falls to them at No. It is a deep 2023 class at the position and Ohio State's C.J. ", Analysis: "There is no obvious No. Bonus: No picks given up here.". Washington currently has 6 picks in the 2023 NFL draft, but they are expected to receive comp picks for departed free agents Brandon Scherff (3rd round) and Tim Settle (6th round) per Over the Cap . ", Expert: Tony Pauline, Pro Football Network, Analysis: "Shane Steichen will surely look to develop another dynamic young passer after bringing Justin Herbert and Jalen Hurts along. Sounds like a win-win to me. Not, if we take one or not being right.". Stroud, QB, Ohio State, Analysis: "Indianapolis can't afford to wait for other teams to trade above them. 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. The rookie the Colts draft will likely start camp as QB1 and have to fight to keep it. All Rights Reserved. 4 overall): Anthony Richardson, QB, Florida Selection (No. Keep reading to see how the rest of the first round unfolds. Stroud, with a shade of the Justin Fields vs. Zach Wilson/Mac Jones debate from 2021. Given his ability to make plays with his legs and exciting arm, Richardson is a mouth-watering fantasy option. Pro Football Network, LLC. 35 overall): Broderick Jones, OT, Georgia Selection (No. 1 overall." Paired with QB expert Steichen, Irsay believes Young can become the franchise's next superstar and is worth the draft capital Indianapolis gave up to select him. His tape is a bit chaotic, mostly due to his footwork and decision-making. Bryce Young is the more polished (and probably better) quarterback, but general manager Chris Ballard loves traits, and that's what Levis has going for him. Young's size will turn off plenty, but he could be a massive upgrade right away in Indy.". 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. 35 overall): Kelee Ringo, CB, Georgia Selection (No. Stroud (7) runs against Georgia during the second half of the Peach Bowl NCAA college football semifinal playoff game, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, in Atlanta. The Chicago Bears hold the honor of having the first overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, for now. ", Analysis: "Indianapolis trades up from No. 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. ", Expert: Dave Zangaro, NBC Sports Philadelphia, Analysis: "This is where things start to get tricky. Wade Payne/Copyright 2022 The Associated Press All Rights Reserved, Phelan M. Ebenhack/Copyright 2021 The Associated Press. The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. ", Selection (No. Colts' Potential Future QB Officially Declares for 2023 NFL Draft Potential Indianapolis Colts first-round draft pick, Ohio State quarterback C.J. 4 overall): Anthony Richardson, QB, Florida, Analysis: "While Colts owner Jim Irsay has made it known that he's a fan of Young, he might be unable or unwilling to outbid Carolina for the top spot. 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