Phil Sears/Copyright 2022 the Associated Press. March 1, 2023 6:00 am ET. The Chiefs and Eagles put a bow on the 2022 NFL season with a thrilling performance in Super Bowl LVII, where Kansas City Chiefs emerged victorious, 38-35. In this mock draft, that happens to be the Colts, who are desperate for a new face of the franchise. ", Selection (No. 1 and take Will Levis. It is a deep 2023 class at the position and Ohio State's C.J. Stroud, QB, Ohio State Selection (No. It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. Trading up to the . All rights reserved. Colts trade their 2023 first round pick (fourth overall) and 2024 first round pick. He will immediately step in as a starter for an offense that already features Jonathan Taylor, Michael Pittman, Alec Pierce and Jelani Woods. This would mark the third time over the last 25 years that the Colts held the No. Anthony Rizzuti. 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. 1 overall for the right to take Alabama quarterback Bryce Young. The Chicago Bears hold the No. ", Analysis: "The Colts don't necessarily have to trade up to No. ", Selection (No. Bryce Young is a complete outlier from a size perspective and would be somewhat off-type for Ballard, but Young's instincts, vision and accuracy as a passer are the traits worth betting on at the position. 1 overall pick, and Carter sat behind QBs Bryce Young (Alabama) and C.J. We can take one as an organization and y'all are going to celebrate it and say, 'We have got the savior for the Colts.' Check it out below. James Boyd", Selection (No. 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. ", 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. February 28, 2023 11:13 pm ET. With one-game left in the 2022 season, the Indianapolis Colts draft pick is almost set. ", Selection (No. All Rights Reserved. NFL Colts 7-Round Mock Draft 2023: New Starting QB Ryan Fowler January 18, 2023 An organization without a clear direction heading into the offseason, the Indianapolis Colts sit with major questions at two of the most important positions in their organization: head coach and quarterback. Levis gets a lot of flack from draft readers who point out his lack of production just 22 big-time throws to 24 turnover-worthy plays over the past two seasons. ", Analysis: "I wanted to put Ohio State QB C.J. Senior Bowl practices will get underway in Mobile, Ala. next week, and other showcase games for draft prospects will carry plenty of importance in building the Colts' draft board. ", Selection (No. That will lead to the Colts taking a chance on him, given the hiring of former Eagles Shane Steichen as head coach. But his ability to mold an offense around his QB's strengths is what makes him truly exciting. According to several reports, Chicago is leaning towards trading the top selection for a. Stroud, QB, Ohio State Selection (No. All Rights Reserved. Check it out below. ", Selection (No. ", Analysis: "The Colts make the aggressive move up and pick their future franchise quarterback in Bryce Young. He or Young is the right pick for whoever's their head coach and offensive coordinator. NFL Draft Guide 2023. But not here. If Young held the same physical stature as Trevor Lawrence, we'd be talking about them in the same light. Before all the action gets started at Lucas Oil Stadium, here's an early look at how the first two rounds of the 2023 NFL draft could shake out (draft order and projected compensatory picks via Tankathon):. 80 overall): Josh Downs, WR, North Carolina, Analysis: "The Colts need to find a permanent solution at quarterback, rather than play musical chairs at the position. While the Colts' focus right now remains on hiring a head coach, draft evaluation season is quickly approaching. Mock Draft Monday Gallery: February 27, 2023. The Colts do not have a first-round pick in the 2022 NFL Draft. ", Expert: James Fragoza, Pro Football Network, Analysis: "With his recent top-five hype, Will Levis' unique food habits have fallen off the radar. ", Analysis: "Will Levis is in line with the prototypical quarterback that Indianapolis has coveted under the direction of general manager Chris Ballard. While there have been well-voiced concerns about Bryce Young's size, his poise, professionalism, and leadership scream "face of the franchise." 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. 4 pick of the 2023 NFL Draft, so they may have to move up if they want one of the top-two quarterbacks. ", 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. 4 overall): C.J. Bryce Young is a complete outlier from a size perspective and would be somewhat off-type for Ballard, but Young's instincts, vision and accuracy as a passer are the traits worth betting on at the position. Sam will start as QB3 and have to earn his way up the roster OR off the roster. 1 overall, trade up with Chicago Bears): C.J. 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. Obviously, Indianapolis needs a franchise quarterback and long-term starter. Young is a great quarterback, even if some people have concerns about his size. Here is the updated order of picks following the . 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,. here's a look at who could go where in the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft: Stroud (Ohio State . 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: "It's hard to imagine the Colts wanting to turn to another veteran quarterback with limited upside. Given his ability to make plays with his legs and exciting arm, Richardson is a mouth-watering fantasy option. Here's a look at which players were mocked to the Colts the most with those selections over the last few months. With Georgia's Jalen Carter going to the Bears at No. Instead, they move up to No. 1 pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, yet already have a promising young quarterback on the roster in Justin Fields. (AP Photo/Butch Dill), Tennessee wide receiver Jalin Hyatt (11) runs for yardage during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Missouri Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022, in Knoxville, Tenn. (AP Photo/Wade Payne), Florida safety Rashad Torrence II (22) intercepts a pass intended for Georgia wide receiver Jermaine Burton (7) during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 30, 2021, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack), FILE - Kansas State running back Deuce Vaughn (22) carries the ball against Texas during the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 5, 2022, in Manhattan, Kan. Vaughn was selected to The Associated Press All-America team released Monday, Dec. 12, 2022. Stroud is the guy for the job. I've said this before and I think history proves me right, I can take one. Instead, they could trust their new head coach Shane Steichen with a high-ceiling passer in Richardson. 4 overall): C.J. Stroud are gone, but Indianapolis still gets an intriguing yet inconsistent Will Levis. 1 overall pick as the Colts get aggressive to address. 42 and 73 on Day 2. Who are some players NFL Draft experts think the team could consider with those picks? The Colts will have their first-round pick, something they've only been able to say once in their last four drafts (2019-2022). 1 overall, trade with Chicago Bears): Bryce Young, QB, Alabama. These are the top 100 prospects who will be eligible for selection come April 27. . Chicago receives Picks 4, 35 and 79 in 2023, as well as Indianapolis' 2024 first-rounder. It's a risky pick, but the Colts must swing for the fences to compete in the AFC South moving forward. Mock Draft Monday, our weekly roundup of experts' predictions for who the Colts will take in the NFL Draft, is back with the NFL offseason officially underway after the conclusion of Super Bowl LVII. ", Selection (No. Butch Dill/Copyright 2023 The Associated Press. This would be considered an overdraft should that happen, but the Colts don't want to trade down too far. The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. He was a dominant passer, showing good accuracy and the ability to push the ball vertically. 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. 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. 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. I love his tape, though, and I'd be willing to bet on his talent. A great arm with tremendous accuracy, Stroud brings everything you want in a quarterback. Despite a frustrating season due to a porous offensive line, lackluster skill players and him being banged up, Levis has the skill set to to become a really good NFL quarterback. 1 overall pick traits. ", 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. In this scenario, they could take Young, a quick processor with an elite feel for the pocket and how to move around and locate his target. 73. Get acquainted with a few names in the third installment of the Colts 2022 NFL Mock Draft Roundup, which comes in the wake of the NFL Combine. Never forget that Levis puts mayo in his coffee, eats bananas with the peels on them, and I'm sure there's more behind the cupboard. A presumptive top-five pick will allow the Indianapolis Colts to kickstart their rebuild in 2023, but how many 2023 NFL Draft picks do they have total? 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. 79 overall): Tyler Steen, OT, Alabama, Expert: Ian Cummings, Pro Football Network, Analysis: "Indianapolis' first order of business was hiring head coach Shane Steichen. They "earned" that position in the final week of the 2022 season when they lost to the Minnesota Vikings and . 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 also have a third-rounder, granted to them after trading Carson Wentz to the Washington Commanders. 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 Colts head coach is scheduled to speak at 2:30pm. Stroud, QB, Ohio State, Expert: James Fragoza, Pro Football Network. 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. The 2023 NFL Draft order is becoming more clear. Updated Kansas City Chiefs 2023 draft picks after Kadarius Toney trade Schedule Teams AFC East Bills Dolphins Jets Patriots AFC North Bengals Browns Ravens Steelers AFC South Colts Jaguars. Well, both Young and C.J. You'll read plenty of scenarios of them selling the farm to get to No. 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. ", Analysis: "If the Bears are going to move down, the Colts make the most sense as a trade partner. It's pretty perfect. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer), Texas A&M running back Devon Achane (6) carries the ballduring the second half of an NCAA college football game against Arkansas Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022, in Arlington, Texas. 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. 9 pick) The Panthers may end up desperate to trade up depending on how free agency plays out. Above the shoulders, he's a big winner: Levis had a 4.0 high school GPA, graduated college in three years with a finance degree and was slated to compete his Master's degree in business in December with another 4.0. (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. ", Selection (No. Who are some players experts think the Colts will target with that pick, plus in the third and fourth rounds? Obviously, Indianapolis needs a franchise quarterback and long-term starter. 4 overall): C.J. 4 overall): Bryce Young, QB, Alabama Selection (No. 35 overall): Keion White, DE, Georgia Tech Selection (No. The Colts have grown tired of investing in veterans. 35 overall): Mekhi Garner, CB, LSU Selection (No. Don't they have to draft a signal-caller here (if they don't trade up to get their preferred guy)? 1 prospect in the 2023 NFL Draft. Most recent mock draft update: 2/23/2023. 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. He showed in the College Football Playoff that he can make defenses pay for playing man coverage by running for big gains. They can land Stroud, a smart pocket passer with the right accuracy and intangibles to thrive as their true franchise replacement for Andrew Luck. All rights reserved. "The Alabama guy doesn't look bad," owner Jim Irsay said of Young last week. Where Do Colts Pick in 2023 NFL Draft? All rights reserved. The season, however, doesn't end today and that is a very good thing for the Colts. The Chicago Bears hold the honor of having the first overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, for now. ", Analysis: "C.J. It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. 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