Selection: Kyle Trask, QB, Florida
Specialist: Austin Smith, DraftTek
Simulated sketch date: January 31 (link)
Analyze: “Building Kyle Trask at that height is a big reach, but that’s how the Colts need to get a future caller. This list is ready to win now. same division as NFL leader Derrick Henry.The Colts were also in the top 12 in Opposing Passer Rating while getting 15 interceptions in 2020. Jonathan Taylor looked like the real deal in his rookie campaign, and if TY Hilton returned in the off season , this group of pass-catchers is impressive, however Hilton will only return if she feels comfortable with what the Colts have as a defender.
After Phillip Rivers’ retirement, Indianapolis is in a difficult position to fill that void. I would be the first to offer this choice to Matt Stafford, who is not expected to play in Detroit going forward. I doubt Houston will hear offers at DeShaun Watson as rumors suggest, and the idea of switching him to the division is one step below “Fairytale” status. However, the Colts have to make a change this off-season, and I am not comfortable handing over the keys to Jacob Eason right now. If they set the clock and nothing is resolved in the quarterback, everything is a possibility to improve this situation.“