Colts Post-Draft Positional Review: Wide Receivers
By Evan Reller
Jan 4, 2015; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Donte Moncrief (10) catches a pass for a touchdown against Cincinnati Bengals strong safety George Iloka (43) during the third quarter in the 2014 AFC Wild Card playoff football game at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports
2014 Stats: 32 receptions, 444 yards, 3 touchdowns
PFF Grade: +2.9
DYAR: 12th (among receivers with under 50 receptions)
Moncrief gradually saw his snaps increase as the season progressed (and Hakeem Nicks didn’t show an ability to produce). Moncrief hit the average marks for a rookie wideout last season.
He has the ability to take the top off of an opposing defense but needs to work on getting open when defenders are in tight coverage. Moncrief appears to be on pace for an improved second season and has to be third on the depth chart.
With so many receivers on the roster, Moncrief will be pressed for snaps. He should have the inside track since he already has a year of timing and familiarity with Luck.