Drafting Michael Pittman Jr.
There aren’t many moves that are deemed perfect. Each one might come with a question mark or a concern or two. But if there was a move that is most worthy of receiving the “perfect” billing, it might just be the selection of Pittman Jr. in the 2020 NFL Draft.
There was no secret that the Colts had to upgrade at the wide receiver position this offseason. With a weak free-agency class, it was most likely going to come down to the draft. As the pre-draft process continued, it was becoming obvious who the Colts would target with the No. 34 pick.
Pittman Jr. embodies everything the Colts covet in prospects. He was a senior and a team captain. He was extremely productive and fit their mold off of the field. He has a blend of size, speed and length—three factors that seem to take precedence in their scouting profiles.
Pittman Jr. should be able to step right in and be the WR2 for the Colts. He will work as the X while T.Y. Hilton works mostly as the Z or the flanker. The USC product can make an immediate impact and should be considered one of the best picks in the draft.