How Good is the Colts’ Rookie Class?

Whereas it is too early to offer a verdict on the Indianapolis Colts’ 2022 NFL Draft class (or 2021 for that matter), it is by no means to early to begin forming opinions.

That is precisely what Bleacher Report’s (B/R) Maurice Mouton has carried out as he is put a grade on all-32 groups’ rookie lessons now that the preseason has concluded.

Instantly after the draft, the Colts had been getting excessive reward for getting such gamers as large receiver Alec Pierce and offensive deal with Bernhard Raimann with worth picks within the second and third spherical respectively. 

B/R’s Alex Ballentine gave the Colts an ‘A’ instantly following the draft, however Mouton is not as excessive on Indianapolis’ haul after the preseason giving them a ‘B.’

“Although Pierce solely caught three passes for 36 yards within the preseason, he flashed on the observe discipline all through the summer time,” wrote Mouton. “Due to wideout Parris Campbell’s damage historical past (missed 34 video games in three phrases), the rookie second-rounder might end second on the Indianapolis Colts roster in targets for the yr.”

Mouton dings the Colts for the sluggish begin by third-round choose, tight finish Jelani Woods.

“In accordance with The Athletic’s Zak Keefer, Woods ‘appeared misplaced at occasions’ in the beginning of coaching camp, however he caught a landing move in his preseason debut and located his method in latest practices,” wrote Mouton.

Matt Pryor has received the beginning left deal with place for the Colts, however Raimann could possibly be an choice at both deal with because the season wears on.

“Ultimately, Raimann can surpass Matt Pryor for the beginning left deal with job,” wrote Mouton. “In accordance with Professional Soccer Focus, the previous allowed one sack in 118 snaps in exhibition motion.”

It isn’t stunning the see a few of the preliminary shine put on off on a rookie class within the canine days of summer time. The Colts have been happy with the progress of Pierce and Raimann particularly.

And like we mentioned, it is method too early for a verdict.