(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. The Colts Round 1 decision presuming that it will be a quarterback will come to define Indianapolis 2023 NFL Draft class. 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. Plus, if play under pressure is a point of emphasis for Colts general manager Chris Ballard, Levis' 58.1 passing grade under pressure beats out Stroud's 46.2. Sounds like a win-win to me. 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. 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. 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. The Colts have their original Round 2 pick, which puts them in a great position just outside Round 1. 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.' Get acquainted with a few names in the latest installment of our Mock Draft Roundup, which comes with just two weeks until the NFL Draft kicks off in Las Vegas. 42 and 73 on Day 2. Who are some players NFL Draft experts think the team could consider with those picks? Butch Dill/Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. The availability of quarterbacks depends on what happens ahead of the Colts, but Bryce Young, C.J. 1 pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, and they may receive a haul from a quarterback-needy trade partner. Whether they can correct his flaws is a different story, but Levis does have the high-level talent worth banking on. Analysis: "Even if teams are concerned about Bryce Young's size, he won't fall far. Stroud is the guy for the job. 1 overall, trade up with Chicago Bears): C.J. Stroud, QB, Ohio State Selection (No. 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. ", Selection (No. We understand the magnitude of where we're at in the draft and we understand the importance of the position. 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. I've said this before and I think history proves me right, I can take one. The Colts head coach is scheduled to speak at 2:30pm. (AP Photo/Michael Clubb), Ohio State quarterback C.J. With that fourth overall pick, the Bears land a dominant edge rusher Anderson, who fills one of the. ", 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. But Steichen is in Indy for the long haul and he grabs a QB with a ton of upside to build around. 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). Their team needs are well accounted for in the current value slots. After going 4-12-1 in 2022, the Colts will have the fourth overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. Young's improvisation and poise are his greatest strengths. MORE: Breaking down the Bears' options with the No. Stroud, QB, Ohio State Selection (No. Sam will start as QB3 and have to earn his way up the roster OR off the roster. 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 Day 2 selections hold more weight, but Indianapolis will be able to add valuable depth with their draft assets in the later rounds. Get acquainted with a few names in the latest installment of our Mock Draft Roundup, which comes as free agency and college pro days wind down. 4 overall, allowing Indianapolis to move up in the process. All rights reserved. 1 pick. Colts' Potential Future QB Officially Declares for 2023 NFL Draft Potential Indianapolis Colts first-round draft pick, Ohio State quarterback C.J. With new offensive-minded Shane Steichen coach just working well with Jalen Hurts in Philadelphia, he will be open to go after a dynamic dual threat with a high ceiling. Steichen, whose offense just finished the season scoring 35 points in the Super . The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. Check out photos of the players the experts have the Colts selecting in the 2023 NFL Draft. _, Selection (No. ", Selection (No. Stroud stands tall in the pocket, throwing darts but also displaying nice touch when needed. 35 overall): Antonio Johnson, DB, Texas A&M Selection (No. 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. 4 overall): C.J. The Colts have seven picks in the 2022 NFL Draft, including Nos. ", Expert: James Fragoza, Pro Football Network, Analysis: "With his recent top-five hype, Will Levis' unique food habits have fallen off the radar. Oregon cornerback Christian Gonzalez is looking like a first-round pick in the upcoming 2023 NFL draft. A great arm with tremendous accuracy, Stroud brings everything you want in a quarterback. In this mock draft, that happens to be the Colts, who are desperate for a new face of the franchise. How many picks do they have in the 2023 NFL Draft, and what might they be able to do with this ammunition? ", Analysis: "Levis, who definitely looks the part, was plagued by injuries and poor play all fall. MORE: Top 10 Quarterbacks in the 2022 NFL Draft. ", Selection (No. 1 prospect in the 2023 NFL Draft. Indianapolis needs a QB to lead their offense, and drafting the Alabama star makes sense. The Chicago Bears are . The 2023 NFL Draft order is becoming more clear. 1, it'd be the Colts. Young becomes the fourth quarterback to be drafted No. ", Analysis: "After cycling through a bevy of veteran signal-callers, it is time for the Colts to find a young quarterback to build around. 18, 101st and 237th selections in the 2022 NFL Draft to the Philadelphia Eagles for . According to several reports, Chicago is leaning towards trading the top selection for a. Panthers saddled with another odd pick in latest NFL.com mock draft. Stroud, QB, Ohio State Selection (No. Stroud doesn't have a single eye-popping trait, but he checks a lot of the boxes with ease. All rights reserved. Photo by Rich Graessle/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images. 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. 79 overall): Devon Achane, RB, Texas A&M. The Indianapolis Colts made a trade at the deadline for final roster cuts that slightly impacted their pick order in the 2023 NFL draft. Next update: Every week. ET . Here is the current draft order and each team's remaining schedule: Phil Sears/Copyright 2022 the Associated Press. Get acquainted with a few names in the latest installment of our Mock Draft Roundup, which comes as free agency and college pro days wind down. Let's slide into our latest 2023 NFL mock draft, projecting picks 1-31 with trades before the NFL Combine shakes things up. 1 Overall Pick Odds. ", Selection (No. 1 overall, trade with Chicago Bears): Will Levis, QB, Kentucky, Expert: Ian Cummings, Pro Football Network. Mock Draft Monday, our weekly roundup of experts' predictions for who the Colts will take in the NFL Draft, is back after draft prep began in earnest last week with the Senior Bowl in Mobile, Ala. But we already have plenty of mock drafts to scroll through before that process begins in earnest. Stroud, QB, Ohio State Selection (No. Traded Carson Wentz 2022 second round pick (#47-Phidarian Mathis) 2022 seventh round pick (#240-Christian Holmes) to Commanders for 2022 second round pick (#42-Andrew Booth) 2022 third round pick (#73-Jelani Woods) 2023 conditional round pick (second round if Wentz plays 70% of offensive snaps for Commanders . (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. With one-game left in the 2022 season, the Indianapolis Colts draft pick is almost set. With the Texans sitting at second overall, however, the Colts will have to pay a hefty price. There are size concerns with Bryce Young, but he's one of the most creative quarterbacks to come out of college football and is the rare Alabama signal-caller that truly carried his team. He heard the doubters after a second consecutive loss to Michigan, but his showing in the College Football Playoff semifinal game against the Georgia Bulldogs displayed that he can control a game with either his arm or his legs. ", 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). And that current slot will give them a chance to come away with a. And then if he doesn't play well, 'Why did you take that guy?' Stroud, QB, Ohio State Selection (No. So they send a few picks to Chicago to ensure they get their guy. As we look ahead to Indy, here's an updated look at how the first three rounds of the 2023 NFL draft could shake out, including a handful of potential trades (draft order and projected. ", Selection (No. The Colts have a clear need at quarterback, with an owner and general manager who are motivated to get it right. He or Young is the right pick for whoever's their head coach and offensive coordinator. Bryce Young has what it takes to succeed in the NFL, and quickly. 1; Raiders reload at QB with Will Levis The Bears unload their No. 1 min read The Indianapolis Colts made a deal during the final minutes ahead of the. 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. Be prepared for the ad nauseum debate about the merits of Levis and Ohio State's C.J. ", Analysis: "The Colts don't necessarily have to trade up to No. 1 Pick Damian Parson December 7, 2022 The college football regular season is in the books after championship weekend. They can land Stroud, a smart pocket passer with the right accuracy and intangibles to thrive as their true franchise replacement for Andrew Luck. 1 overall, trade with Chicago Bears): Will Levis, QB, Kentucky, Analysis: "Keeping this selection from last week. Michael Clubb/Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. follow. The Colts head coach is scheduled to speak at 2:30pm. Follow me @walterfootball for updates. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers need to hit their 2023 NFL draft class out of the park, and the best way to make that happen is to acquire more dart throws by trading down from the No. 80 overall): Rashad Torrence, S, Florida. 4 overall): C.J. 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. They can land Stroud, a smart pocket passer with the right accuracy and intangibles to thrive as their true delayed franchise replacement for Andrew Luck. 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. If the season ended today, the Colts would pick 14th in the 2023 NFL Draft. 79 overall): Zach Harrison, DE, Ohio State, Selection (No. All Rights Reserved. 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,. Indianapolis Colts Draft Picks by Round in 2023. 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. And he did it with none of the playmakers that made life so much easier for Tua Tagovailoa and Mac Jones in previous years. Mock Draft Monday, our weekly roundup of experts' predictions for who the Colts will take in the NFL Draft, is back a week after the Colts named Shane Steichen head coach. C.J. We've got to be right. Stroud has his weak spots, but his performance against Georgia in a loss may have been the most impressive of his career, and there's no doubting his decision-making and accuracy in a clean pocket. 1 overall, trade with Chicago Bears): Bryce Young, QB, Alabama. ", Selection (No. 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. 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. Check it out below. 2023 NFL Draft 2023 NFL Draft order: 29 of 31 first-round picks locked in; Saints hold 29th selection via Sean Payton deal Published: Jan 31, 2023 at 05:01 PM by Dan Parr & Eric. While there have been well-voiced concerns about Bryce Young's size, his poise, professionalism, and leadership scream "face of the franchise." ", Analysis: "It's time to break the wheel in Indianapolis. 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. Chicago earned the first pick by losing 13 of its final 14 games to finish with a 3-14 . ", Analysis: "The tape for Levis is a roller-coaster ride. 4 overall): Bryce Young, QB, Alabama Selection (No. 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. ", 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. 4 to No. ", Expert: Bleacher Report Scouting Department, Analysis: "The Colts get the most complete quarterback in the class. 35 overall): Antonio Johnson, DB, Texas A&M Selection (No. On Day 3, the Colts have five more selections, including their original picks in Round 4, Round 5, and Round 7. 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. 3 pick, which is one spot ahead of . This would be considered an overdraft should that happen, but the Colts don't want to trade down too far. All Rights Reserved. ", 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. Check it out below. Stroud, QB, Ohio State. 2023 NFL mock draft: Quarterback trade-ups bring intrigue 1. Analysis: "This trade makes sense for both sides. Gonzalez can solidify predictions of an early call on draft day with a strong performance in . Trading up to the . Request more info or view our 3D Seat Viewer below! ", Selection (No. 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. Round 4 added. here's a look at who could go where in the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft: Jay LaPrete/Copyright 2022 The Associated Press. 35 overall): Keion White, DE, Georgia Tech Selection (No. 4 and 36 and a 2024 second-rounder is what I'd project), but it's well worth it for the quarterback-starved Colts. ", Analysis: "It's hard to imagine the Colts wanting to turn to another veteran quarterback with limited upside. We earned that," Ballard said. Don't they have to draft a signal-caller here (if they don't trade up to get their preferred guy)? The Colts have seven picks in the 2022 NFL Draft, including Nos. 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. Bears trade their second overall pick (acquired from the Texans) and 2024 fourth round pick. 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