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Colts trade QB Carson Wentz to Washington for package of picks

#Eagles will deal with Carson Wentz twice a year now after the #Colts traded the former No. 2 overall pick to the #WashingtonCommanders #Commanders for draft picks

Colts are trading QB Carson Wentz to Washington for a package of packs that is thought to include two third-round picks, sources tell ESPN. pic.twitter.com/KYb7rj5ozw

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 9, 2022

In a move that should heat up an already heated up NFC East rivalry, the Washington Commanders are acquiring former Eagles and current Colts quarterback Carson Wentz for a package of draft picks.

The Colts were already on the books for the $15 million in guarantees, but the trade which was completed before March 18, saves Indianapolis $13.3 million against the salary cap, while avoiding having to pay a $6.3 million bonus.

If Wentz was on the team post-March 18, then his $22 million base salary would have been fully guaranteed.

The move comes almost a year after the Colts agreed to acquire Wentz from Philadelphia in exchange for a 2021 third-round pick and a conditional 2022 second-round pick — which became a first-round pick based on a snap count threshold reached.

Wentz is now having to reassess his future again after imploding down the stretch, including an ugly loss in the season finale to the Jaguars.

Colts agree to trade QB Carson Wentz to Commanders

BREAKING: The Colts have agreed to trade QB Carson Wentz to the Washington Commanders.

The Indianapolis Colts have agreed to trade quarterback Carson Wentz to the Washington Commanders, per Adam Schefter of ESPN.

The Colts are reportedly getting back a package of draft picks that will include two third-round picks.

Colts are trading QB Carson Wentz to Washington for a package of packs that is thought to include two third-round picks, sources tell ESPN. pic.twitter.com/KYb7rj5ozw

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 9, 2022

After just one season with the Colts, Wentz is already on his way out. There are still three years left on his current contract but the guaranteed money ends after the 2022 season.

After a disastrous 2020 season with the Philadelphia Eagles, the Colts acquired Wentz for a 2021 third-round and conditional 2022 second-round pick. Since the conditions were met, that second-round pick turned into a first-rounder for the Eagles and wound up being the No. 16 overall pick.

Though he certainly improved on his 2020 numbers, Wentz proved to be more of the same quarterback we had seen throughout his career. He showed flashes of brilliance but his erratic accuracy, inability to convert quick passes and a hero complex that led to questionable decision-making ultimately resulted in extremely volatile play.

For the 2021 season, Wentz made every start for just the third time in his career. He completed 62.4% of his passes for 3,563 yards, 27 touchdowns, seven interceptions and a 94.6 passer rating. He ranked 16th among NFL quarterbacks according to Football Outsiders’ DVOA metric.

The nail on the coffin was the final month of the season when Wentz completed 58.3% of his passes for 615 yards, five touchdowns, two interceptions and an 86.1 passer rating. His 4.4 QBR in the Week 18 play-in game against the Jaguars was one of the worst starting performances in Colts history.

With Wentz now gone, the Colts will look for another quarterback. What that holds remains to be seen, but Indy is cutting their losses after just one season.

It should be noted that this trade does not become official until March 16 at 4:00 p.m. ET, which is when the new league year begins.

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Carson Wentz rumors: Colts could trade or release former No. 2 overall pick

It’s very clear that the #Eagles were the winners of the deal that sent Carson #Wentz to the #Colts and according to #ESPN’s Chris #Mortensen the embattled quarterback will ‘probably be traded or released’ before March 18

There's a belief that #Colts QB Carson Wentz will "'probably" be traded or released before March 19th, per @mortreport. That's when $15M in base salary becomes guaranteed. His future in Indianapolis looks "bleak."

— Ari Meirov (@MySportsUpdate) February 13, 2022

Carson Wentz could be headed for his third team in two years after ESPN’s Chris Mortensen reported that the former No. 2 overall pick will likely be released or cut by March 18.

The Colts are already on the books for the $15 million in guarantees, but if they trade or release Wentz before March 18, they would save $13.3 million against the salary cap, while avoiding having to pay a $6.3 million bonus.

If Wentz is on the team post-March 18, then his $22 million base salary is fully guaranteed.

The move would come almost a year after the Colts agreed to acquire Wentz from Philadelphia in exchange for a 2021 third-round pick and a conditional 2022 second-round pick — which became a first-round pick based on a snap count threshold reached.

Wentz is now having to reassess his future after imploding down the stretch, including an ugly loss in the season finale to the Jaguars.

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Looking at Jalen Hurts’ future with Eagles and the role owner Jeffrey Lurie will play

Looking at Jalen Hurts’ future with the Philadelphia #Eagles and the role long time owner Jeffrey #Lurie will play

The NFL is a week-to-week business, but for a player like Jalen Hurts, who is in the peculiar position of proving he’s a franchise quarterback, that pressure can become a daily chore.

Hurts was shining heading into the Week 12 matchup against the Giants, and during his 16th NFL start with Philadelphia, the talented quarterback imploded, tossing 3 interceptions.

The Inquirer recently did a detailed breakdown on Hurts’ future at quarterback and the role that long-time owner, Jeffrey Lurie will play in the decision.

Wentz Watch: How many snaps did Colts QB play in Week 11 win over Bills

Carson #Wentz Watch: How many snaps did #Colts QB play in Week 11 blowout win over #Bills and how does it impact the #Eagles as we look towards the 2022 #NFLDraft

While the Eagles were trying to hold onto a lead against the Saints, all draft eyes were on Carson Wentz and the Colts (6-5) as they close within striking distance of the 8-3 Tennessee Titans.

The AFC South matchup offered another opportunity to track the former Eagles quarterback as Philadelphia looks to snag three high first-round picks this spring.

When the Eagles traded Wentz in the offseason, the team received a conditional second-round rounder in 2022 that would become a first-round pick if the quarterback takes 75% of the Colts’ regular-season offensive snaps or 70% if they make the playoffs.