The Indianapolis Colts seemingly had seen enough of veteran quarterback Matt Ryan, announcing Monday that second-year passer Sam Ehlinger will take over the starting role for the remainder of the 2022 season.
While Ryan did suffer a shoulder sprain in his throwing arm during the 19-10 loss against the Tennessee Titans in Week 7, head coach Frank Reich said this move was going to be made regardless of Ryan’s injury status.
So now, the 3-3-1 Colts will be playing the remaining 10 games with their 2021 sixth-round pick under center. It will be the first time Ehlinger sees meaningful snaps during an NFL game.
In what seems like a move to help save face for Reich and general manager Chris Ballard, it likely will have massive implications when the 2023 NFL draft rolls around.
Here’s a look at the pros and cons of the big move made by the Colts on Monday: