The Indianapolis Colts are just a day away from the 2020 NFL draft and while they aren’t expected to be on the clock during the first round, there are still plenty of ways to come away with the perfect draft.
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With seven picks through Rounds 2–6, the Colts will have plenty of opportunities to find immediate and future contributors while also moving back and adding more picks.
Here’s a look at how the Colts can get an A-plus draft haul:
Find a high-upside QB
Easier said than done, but the Colts must come away with a high-upside quarterback, even if it is one that needs some development. With Philip Rivers running the offense, Jacoby Brissett as the backup and Frank Reich there as well, the Colts can take a developmental quarterback with an early or late pick.
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There are several options for the Colts to consider—most of which would need a year to sit behind Rivers anyway. In the early parts of the draft, Jacob Eason and Jalen Hurts are likely the top options on Day 2. Later in the draft, James Morgan and Anthony Gordon come to mind as developmental prospects with upside.
The Colts won’t force a quarterback pick, which means we could be waiting until Day 3 for that selection, but it is imperative to find the future at the position.