", Selection (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. Back on Jan. 26, we looked at the odds for the No. 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): Bryce Young, QB, Alabama Selection (No. All Rights Reserved. 1 overall, trade with Chicago Bears): Will Levis, QB, Kentucky, Analysis: "Keeping this selection from last week. 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. GM Chris Ballard has banked on physical tools in drafts, and Levis fits the mold. Young's improvisation and poise are his greatest strengths. Analysis: "The trades for Carson Wentz and Matt Ryan in back-to-back offseasons didn't work out for general manager Chris Ballard, and now the Colts are starting over -- again -- at quarterback. ", Analysis: "After cycling through a bevy of veteran signal-callers, it is time for the Colts to find a young quarterback to build around. I don't think there's any question that if Young was two inches taller and 20 pounds heavier, he'd be the first overall pick, or at least, the undisputed No. 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. 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. I love his tape, though, and I'd be willing to bet on his talent. Indy gets its franchise quarterback in Alabama's Bryce Young while giving up a slew of picks, including No. 1 overall by the Colts since the franchise moved to Indianapolis in 1984, following Jeff George (1990), Peyton Manning (1998) and Andrew Luck in 2012. All Rights Reserved. Check out photos of the players the experts have the Colts selecting in the 2023 NFL Draft. 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. The NFL announced in August that the Miami Dolphins will forfeit their 2023 first-round pick and 2024 third-round pick following an investigation into whether the team violated league. Stroud, QB, Ohio State Selection (No. We know they can, they should, acquire the No. If the draft is a crapshoot, Levis is the dice you bet on. They haven't had that since Andrew Luck. 18, 101st and 237th selections in the 2022 NFL Draft to the Philadelphia Eagles for . 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. Jalen Carter 2023 NFL Draft No. 1 overall, trade with Chicago Bears): Bryce Young, QB, Alabama. ", Expert: Dave Zangaro, NBC Sports Philadelphia, Analysis: "This is where things start to get tricky. 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. February 27, 2023 8:14 am ET. 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. Young's improvisation and poise are his greatest strengths. With the first 18 picks in the 2023 NFL Draft set, let's dive into how things could play . That said, NFL teams love how he projects to the next level but he'll be a controversial talking point for the next six months. While the debate over QB1 currently favors Young, Stroud's a gunslinger in is own right. Chris Ballard and Jim Irsay will have their work cut out for them this offseason to win back the hearts of the Colts faithful. Young's size will turn off plenty, but he could be a massive upgrade right away in Indy.". 1 player in the class at the position. However, the selections dont stop there. 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. ", Selection (No. If the season ended today, the Colts would pick 14th in the 2023 NFL Draft. ", Analysis: "The Colts make the aggressive move up and pick their future franchise quarterback in Bryce Young. 1 overall, trade with Chicago Bears): Will Levis, QB, Kentucky, Expert: Ian Cummings, Pro Football Network. 2023 NFL Mock Draft Last update: Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2023. Analysis: "I'm no betting man, but if I was, I'd lay a pretty penny on the Bears trading out of the No. ", Analysis: "The Colts need to turn the page on their recent approach to the game's most important position: cycling through veteran arms. His tape is a bit chaotic, mostly due to his footwork and decision-making. 1 overall, Chicago trades back again to No. Levis' 72.9% adjusted completion percentage was also significantly higher than Stroud's 50.0%. 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. Here's a look at how the first 31 picks of the 2023 NFL Draft may go when it takes place on April 27 in Kansas City. ", Analysis: "It's hard to imagine the Colts wanting to turn to another veteran quarterback with limited upside. Shane Steichen's Colts clearly need a quarterback and they have some options. Colts. ", Expert: The Athletic College Football Staff, Analysis: "Colts owner Jim Irsay basically admitted that the team will select a QB in this year's draft, even going out of his way to praise Bryce Young at new head coach Shane Steichen's introductory press conference. Pro Football Network, LLC. Either way, if owner Jim Irsay thinks Levis is the guy to turn things around in Indy, it's easy to imagine that he will spare no expense to go get him. That will lead to the Colts taking a chance on him, given the hiring of former Eagles Shane Steichen as head coach. Well, both Young and C.J. Request more info or view our 3D Seat Viewer below! 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. Check it out below. Throw in that he's 6'3", and that combination will make Colts fans ecstatic that they traded up. With uncertainty surrounding Levis, Richardson has a great chance to be the third QB off the board and would bring a new element to the Indianapolis Colts offense. 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. If he can show more of what he did versus the Michigan Wolverines and Georgia Bulldogs, that concern should go away and take Stroud's game up yet another notch. ", Analysis: "If the Bears are going to move down, the Colts make the most sense as a trade partner. 10th pick: The New Orleans Saints traded their 2023 first (10th overall), a 2024 second-round pick and the 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. While the Colts' focus right now remains on hiring a head coach, draft evaluation season is quickly approaching. ", Selection (No. Analysis: "Even if teams are concerned about Bryce Young's size, he won't fall far. Stroud could bring the steadiness this team needs to find success in the playoffs with a loaded roster, as his accuracy and experience make him ready to go from the start. The Colts have seven picks in the 2022 NFL Draft, including Nos. 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. 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,. 80 overall): Rashad Torrence, S, Florida. 3 pick, which is one spot ahead of . 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. If the Colts really want him, though, they might have to move up -- Levis will go high. 4 overall): Bryce Young, QB, Alabama Selection (No. ", Analysis: "Levis, who definitely looks the part, was plagued by injuries and poor play all fall. Like the Texans, they want their favorite bright young star at the position, so Chicago gets first- and second-round picks this year, as well as second- and third-round picks in 2024. 2023 NFL Draft Pick Pending Transactions (last updated 2023-02-13) Team yellow = data that is incomplete or uncertain gray = conditional picks that would not be transferred as per current conditions Picks are listed in order as of standings at conclusion of the 2022 season and results of playoffs. The same is expected of Steichen and Will Levis. Colts GM Chris Ballard has always valued traits and upside. 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. 4 overall): C.J. All rights reserved. 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. It won't be a driving reason behind a trade up, but sniping Young ahead of division foe Houston would be an added benefit. Copyright 2019-2023. Stroud, QB, Ohio State Selection (No. 4 overall): Bryce Young, QB, Alabama Selection (No. But will Chicago want to move that far down when a lesser move is available? He often does his best work sifting through the middle of the field, where his high-level accuracy can really shine. 79 overall): Mike Morris, DE, Michigan, Analysis: "In this scenario, Colts owner Jim Irsay and GM Chris Ballard say enough with bringing in veterans as short-term solutions. He's one of the most creative players we've seen come out of the draft and was the engine behind Alabama's success this year not often the case for Alabama quarterbacks. The Colts might hit the jackpot in the 2023 draft. (AP Photo/Reed Hoffmann, File), LSU cornerback Mekhi Garner (2) runs during the first half of an NCAA college football game against UAB in Baton Rouge, La., Saturday, Nov. 19, 2022. The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. Be prepared for the ad nauseum debate about the merits of Levis and Ohio State's C.J. 4 overall): Will Levis, QB, Kentucky Selection (No. 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. 4 overall): C.J. 80 overall): Deuce Vaughn, RB, Kansas State, Analysis: "Don't say it won't happen, because we've seen it way too many times before. 4 overall): C.J. Stroud, QB, Ohio State Selection (No. The Colts are now tasked with upgrading the wide receiver position with a depleted war chest of draft capital. Who are some players experts think the Colts will target with that pick, plus in the third and fourth rounds? 73. 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. 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. He showed in the College Football Playoff that he can make defenses pay for playing man coverage by running for big gains. It's time to get a youthful passer in Indianapolis, and Levis, while far from perfect, has No. 1, it'd be the Colts. Stroud fits what the Colts need. How Many Draft Picks Do the Colts Have in 2023? With that fourth overall pick, the Bears land a dominant edge rusher Anderson, who fills one of the. Check it out below. 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. 42 and 73 on Day 2. Who are some players NFL Draft experts think the team could consider with those picks? The Colts' running backs and receiving corps are interesting, but for Levis to maximize those pieces and help out his offensive line, the Colts would have to allow him to do something Kentucky wouldn't: use his legs. 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. _, Selection (No. 4 pick of the 2023 NFL Draft, so they may have to move up if they want one of the top-two quarterbacks. And then if he doesn't play well, 'Why did you take that guy?' From there, the 2023 NFL Combine kicks off in Indianapolis on Feb. 28, and March and April will bring pro days and top 30 visits leading up to the Colts going on the clock the night of April 27 in Kansas City. 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). The Colts land a player who has been viewed as a future franchise savior since his Heisman Trophy-winning sophomore season. While the Texans and Colts are the clear favorites, this market is crowded with five other teams given at least a 10% chance. MORE: Top 10 Quarterbacks in the 2022 NFL Draft. All rights reserved, Reed Hoffmann/Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. Stroud has the potential to end up being this draft's best quarterback when it's all said and done given his physical tools and room to grow. All Rights Reserved. 9 pick) The Panthers may end up desperate to trade up depending on how free agency plays out. 1 to get a quarterback in this draft. Most recent mock draft update: 2/23/2023. 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. Young is a great quarterback, even if some people have concerns about his size. As of now, the Indianapolis Colts have eight selections in the 2023 NFL Draft. ", Analysis: "The Colts have messed around over the last few years with veteran stopgaps at quarterback, and the results have not been good. All rights reserved. 2 overall and pushed the Chicago Bears into the top spot. 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