While there may not be a high number of starting roles available, the Indianapolis Colts rookie class is intriguing when it comes to their potential to make an impact in Year 1.
Headlined by wide receiver Alec Pierce, the entire class is composed of athletic freaks who bring unique traits to the roster. There is a natural learning curve for the majority of rookies, which is why expectations should be tempered (mostly) for the young newcomers.
But that doesn’t mean this class won’t make an impact. At least two of them could be starters right away while others could slowly make their way into bigger roles as the season progresses.
For this exercise, we’ll include the eight selections in the 2022 NFL draft and a pair of undrafted free agents who have the best chance at making an impact in Year 1.
Here’s how we rank the Colts’ rookies in terms of potential impact for the 2022 season: