Brock Bowers Is The Dream NFL Draft Scenario For Indianapolis Colts

The Indianapolis Colts are well on their way to a big rebound as they dive fully into the Anthony Richardson era. With Richardson set as their quarterback of the future for hopefully the next decade, Colts general manager Chris Ballard’s biggest priority will be adding more weapons to further Richardson’s development.

There’s not many pieces needed for Indianapolis to take another jump forward offensively. All expectations are Michael Pittman Jr. will be re-signed to a lucrative multi-year extension before free agency kicks off in March. Josh Downs emerged as one of the NFL’s best rookie wide receivers last season, even with Richardson missing most of the season. Alec Pierce should also see more opportunities next year thanks to the cannon-like arm strength of Richardson.

All that’s missing in Indianapolis to go alongside Richardson and superstar running back Jonathan Taylor is a go-to tight end. Luckily for Indianapolis, arguably the best tight end prospect in recent memory entered into the 2024 NFL Draft.

Brock Bowers put up monstrous numbers over his three years at the University of Georgia. In 40 collegiate games, Bowers tallied 175 receptions for 2,538 yards and 26 touchdowns. Now, envision a talent like Bowers in Indianapolis around what’s already in place. Honestly, that has the true makings of an elite scoring offense with Richardson, Taylor, Pittman Jr., Downs, Pierce, and Bowers.

Indianapolis will be selecting at No. 15 overall in this year’s draft, which is right in the range of potentially acquiring Bowers. Tight end is one of the Colts’ biggest needs, which makes this feel like a dream scenario for both sides.

In this year’s Super Bowl, it’s the latest example of how an elite tight end can change a team’s ceiling. Bowers could potentially mirror the production of Travis Kelce and George Kittle, which is an elite tight end prospect for sure.