The Colts have a brand-new coach, hiring former Eagles offensive planner Shane have a new twist, authorizing former Pro Bowler Matt Gay to a record-setting have a brand-new quarterback, signing previous Eagles backup Gardner they still don't have the quarterback, the one that will certainly be handed the keys and also charged with leading the franchise back to , like 30 other teams in the NFL, hasn't publicly pursued Ravens quarterback and also previous league MVP Lamar Jackson, that was given the non-exclusive franchise tag. All signs point instead to the Colts maintaining the No. 4 choice as well as using it to pick their signal-caller of the Athletic's Zak Keefer was on the ground in Columbus for Ohio State's Pro Day on Wednesday, taking an appearance at C.J. Stroud. But you know that else existed? Previous Colts head coach Frank Reich, who's currently the Panthers head trainer, along with Carolina GM Scott Fitterer as well as proprietor David Tepper. Two weeks back, Indianapolis was positioned to make the 2nd selection among QB-needy groups, as well as Stroud was a likelihood. Yet after the Panthers traded up from No. 9 to No. 1 with the Bears, that bumps the Colts down to No. 3 among QB-desperate groups-- behind Carolina as well as Houston at No. 2-- and most likely puts Stroud just out of DEEPERC.J. Stroud reveals the Colts what they may be missing out on at Ohio State pro dayMy first huge board was released before that trade and totally free agency, which has actually changed the landscape a little bit, so this time around around I'll be functioning with more info while highlighting 10 gamers Colts general supervisor Chris Ballard can target in April's draft. Indianapolis now has nine choices in the upcoming draft after trading Stephon Gilmore to the Cowboys for a fifth-round choice. Yet as a reminder, my 2nd big board, like the very first one, will just concentrate on the first three rounds pick Nos. 4, 35 as well as 79). Initial roundPotential No. 4 choice or No. 3 if the Colts trade up with the Cardinals) Anthony Richardson|Position: Quarterback|School: FloridaYes, I was the press reporter at the NFL Scouting Incorporate that asked Richardson regarding the "task" tag that's hovered over him ever before given that he stated for the draft. His reaction? "I don't also recognize what that suggests." I have no concern with him taking infraction to the question, which I think was a fair one. But much more luring than his self-confidence are Richardson's unrivaled physical gifts as well as the exceptionally high upside that go along with 's not an overestimation to claim he's one of the most sports QB to ever before take part in the integrate, though the 21-year-old likewise has arguably the least expensive flooring of the 4 projected first-round signal-callers. Assuming Stroud and Alabama's Bryce Young are off the board with the initial two picks, Indianapolis must still provide Richardson significant consideration because if he places all of it with each other under Steichen, known for his QB tutelage, he could be a super star. The group has actually already authorized Minshew, that can begin and also advisor Richardson up until it's time for him to take the reins, even if that implies following DEEPERGardner Minshew addition positions Colts to most likely draft possible franchise QBWill Levis|Setting: Quarterback|Institution: KentuckyFrom the outdoors searching in, it seems like Richardson has pushed on on, or probably also replaced, Levis as possibly the 3rd quarterback picked in April's draft. The buzz Richardson created at the incorporate was difficult to overlook, yet it's not like Levis had a bad showing. He presented his self-proclaimed "cannon" arm Diwun Black Jersey, as well as of the four predicted first-round QBs, Levis has the a lot of experience. The 23-year-old really did not have the stellar 2022 period at Kentucky that you would certainly like to see from somebody that's played as a lot as he has, as well as there were a variety of factors: poor decision-making, foot and shoulder injuries, an offensive planner adjustment and also absence of , I believe it's been neglected that, unlike Richardson, Levis commanded two various NFL-style offenses in his two years as the Wildcats' starter, which must aid him make a smoother shift to the pros. He's not as physically gifted as Richardson, though Levis is still plenty sports and also has high upside, as well. Where I assume he can one-up Richardson is with his understanding of the professional video game as well as maturation. Those traits might not be as interesting as Richardson's 40-yard dashboard as well as upright jump, but they're still really essential as the Colts consider a franchise-altering roundPotential No. 35 pickDarnell Washington|Setting: Limited End|College: GeorgiaAfter Jack Doyle retired last spring, he left a huge opening at limited end that the Colts have actually been incapable to load. The nine-year professional spent his entire career in Indianapolis as well as became among the ideal stopping limited ends in the league. Washington, with his 6-foot-7, 280-pound structure, would certainly load that space. The 21-year-old totaled career highs of 28 functions for 454 yards and two touchdowns throughout Georgia's most current national championship run, and there's still a great deal of possible there as a pass-catcher. But where Washington truly revealed his worth remained in run barring. He was a trashing ball for the Bulldogs and also could assist Jonathan Taylor return to his All-Pro form in 2023 while taking some pressure off of a rookie QB. If the Colts drafted Washington, it would likely lead to the end of Mo Alie-Cox's five-year tenure in Johnston|Setting: Wide Receiver|College: TCUThe Colts essentially select Ashton Dulin over Parris Campbell in free agency, with the latter joining the Giants. Indianapolis after that addressed its requirement for a slot receiver by authorizing previous Costs wideout Isaiah McKenzie, who had a profession year last season yet is 5-foot-8 and weighs 173 extra pounds. I would not expect Ballard to break his normal desire for bigger pass-catchers two times, so Johnston would be a sensible option to contribute to the receiving corps while helping the growth of a novice signal-caller. Johnston stands 6-foot-3 and considers 208 pounds, as well as utilized his huge structure to haul in 60 catches for 1, 069 backyards and also six touchdowns in his last year at TCU. Johnston needs to work on creating more utilize as well as separation in his courses, yet he has the dimension as well as speed to make an instant impact alongside McKenzie, second-year receiver Alec Pierce as well as the Colts' top wideout, Michael Pittman Downs|Position: Wide Receiver|School: North CarolinaDowns is undersized at 5-foot-9 and 171 extra pounds, which can make Ballard hesitant to choose him. Nonetheless, given his capability and the back-to-back 1, 000-yard periods he contended North Carolina, it's not a stretch to state Downs can improve an NFL infraction from Day 1. His remarkable maneuvering as well as path running assistance him avert and avoid defenders without being the fastest receiver, and also he's not scared to make plays across the middle of the field. You would certainly still like a receiver his size to take the round off the defense, but Downs might end up being an important property on third Banks|Position: Cornerback|Institution: MarylandAfter the departure of Gilmore and also Brandon Facyson, who signed with the Raiders, Indianapolis just has 2 seasoned cornerbacks on its roster: Kenny Moore II as well as Isaiah Rodgers Sr. Moore was wounded and disgruntled at the end of last season while Rodgers revealed pledge. As the Colts determine exactly how to best maximize each gamer assuming Moore isn't traded or cut), they still need to enhance their defensive secondary. Financial institutions, who is 6-feet as well as weighs 197 pounds, is a practical prospect. He has the size, strength and athleticism that can eventually make him a beginning cornerback in the NFL. He'll require to become much more disciplined, most notably when he reverses throughout coverage, yet the benefit is roundPotential No. 79 pickDarius Thrill|Setting: Cornerback|School: South CarolinaBig, quick and also strong. Those are the traits that will certainly place Rush on numerous NFL groups' radar. Cornerbacks who are 6-foot-2 and also evaluate 198 pounds aren't expected to run a 4.36 in the 40, which is specifically what Thrill did at the hunting incorporate. Aside from his next-level athleticism, Thrill has a flair for making plays on the sphere, confirmed by his 7 pass breaks up and two choices last year at South Carolina. He requires to service his strategy, especially in other words location protection, yet he has some qualities you just can't Williams|Placement: Cornerback|College: SyracuseWilliams isn't as big as Rush and also Financial institutions, standing 5-foot-10 and evaluating 192 pounds, but what he does not have in dimension, he makes up for with self-control. The 21-year-old wasn't flagged for a single charge during his last 2 seasons at Syracuse, per Pro Football Focus. He was limited to 7 games in 2014 because of a torn ACL, which won't aid his draft supply, however Williams beamed at the combine and also might win some teams over with his high IQ as well as refined Hutchinson|Position: Wide Receiver|College: Iowa StateIf the Colts pass on including a wideout in the 2nd round, after that Hutchinson might be a choice in the 3rd. He has the dimension that fits Ballard's account at 6-foot-2 as well as 203 extra pounds as well as showed some shake basically and intermediate courses at Iowa State. Hutchinson is a physical receiver that played mostly outdoors in university however has the capacity to make plays in the port. The knock on Hutchinson is that he does not possess elite high qualities. However Ravens Shop, not every gamer in the NFL is elite, as well as you still need the rate 2 as well as 3 men to Anudike-Uzomah|Position: Edge|Institution: Kansas StateIndianapolis authorized former 49ers defensive end Samson Ebukam in free agency, which suggests they'll likely pass on re-signing veteran Yannick Ngakoue. Still requiring even more edge rush deepness behind Kwity Paye and also Dayo Odeyingbo, an economical choice would certainly be composing Anudike-Uzomah. The 21-year-old, who is 6-foot-3 and also considers 255 extra pounds, has a variety of pass-rush actions and has fun with a ruthless motor. He had a mixed 19.5 sacks as well as 25.5 takes on for loss over his last two seasons at Kansas State. Anudike-Uzomah will require to enhance his run protection to continue to be on the area, but he would not be anticipated to bear that much obligation as a : One of the Colts' weakest systems is their offensive line, and also they can reshape it through the draft. Nonetheless, after naively depending on inexperienced and also unproven players in 2015, I believe it would be smarter to find a starting ideal guard and also swing deal with-- two much-needed pieces up front-- in complimentary agency as opposed to financial institution on novices. Top image of Anthony Richardson: James Gilbert/ Getty Images).