The Indianapolis Colts reportedly are focusing on free-agent quarterback Gardner Minshew.
Following the official launch of veteran Matt Ryan, the Colts are most definitely taking a quarterback prospect with their first-round decide. Nevertheless, additionally they are probably to usher in a veteran backup/bridge quarterback in free company as effectively.
Zak Keefer of The Athletic reported Thursday that the Colts have curiosity in Minshew now that he’s in the marketplace.
Listening to Colts are trying into free agent QB Gardner Minshew. With the Shane Steichen connection — they have been collectively in Philly the final two years, with Minshew making 4 begins — it is smart.
— Zak Keefer (@zkeefer) March 16, 2023
A sixth-round decide with the Jacksonville Jaguars within the 2019 NFL draft, Minshew is considered among the best bridge choices out there in the marketplace.
Although he hasn’t been an everyday starter because the center of the 2020 season, Minshew at all times appears to step up when known as upon. The newest proof of that was when Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts was dominated out for an enormous Week 16 matchup towards the Dallas Cowboys as a result of a shoulder sprain in 2022.
Although the Eagles misplaced the sport, Minshew offered fireworks in Shane Steichen’s system. He threw for 355 yards, two touchdowns and two interceptions within the 40-34 loss.
Minshew appears to be the best candidate as a backup. From his previous two years of expertise working with Steichen and his gravitating nature within the locker room wherever he goes, the pairing makes loads of sense.
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