WR Dezmon Patmon
A sixth-round pick in the 2020 draft, Patmon is exciting because of the upside he has if he reaches his ceiling. However, the hit rate on sixth-round picks is extremely low, and Patmon has long odds to make the 53-man roster before the season.
But, like Eason, the Colts may not have to fear losing him on the practice squad if he can be protected. The Colts can keep their five or six wide receivers who are ready to produce now while allowing Patmon to continue his development on the practice squad.
Patmon is an intriguing player and one that possesses upside. But he’s likely not ready to produce immediately and if the Colts want to be the ones to continue his development, they may need to stash him on the protected practice squad.