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Colts 7-round 2022 NFL Mock Draft 4.0: Finding receivers early and late

ByJustin Bauerle|
Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver George Pickens (1) makes a diving catch while being guarded by Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Kool-Aid McKinstry (1) on Monday, Jan. 10, 2022, during the College Football Playoff National Championship at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.
Georgia Bulldogs wide receiver George Pickens (1) makes a diving catch while being guarded by Alabama Crimson Tide defensive back Kool-Aid McKinstry (1) on Monday, Jan. 10, 2022, during the College Football Playoff National Championship at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.
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Jan 1, 2022; New Orleans, LA, USA; Mississippi Rebels wide receiver Dontario Drummond (11) stiff arms Baylor Bears cornerback Mark Milton (37) during the second half in the 2022 Sugar Bowl at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: John David Mercer-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 1, 2022; New Orleans, LA, USA; Mississippi Rebels wide receiver Dontario Drummond (11) stiff arms Baylor Bears cornerback Mark Milton (37) during the second half in the 2022 Sugar Bowl at Caesars Superdome. Mandatory Credit: John David Mercer-USA TODAY Sports

Colts double-dip at receiver with Drummond

The Colts could add a big-time playmaker late in the draft that could make an immediate impact. Imagine having a lineup of Michael Pittman, George Pickens, Mike Strachan, and now Dontario Drummond.

Drummond has the focus and hands to pull in some of the wildest catches. The focus he has on the sidelines will allow the Colts to really rely on someone on the outside while Pickens and Pittman can work the middle of the field.

Look for the Colts to strike twice on wide receivers this draft. Do not be shocked if it’s early and late, not early on both.

Colts add a quarterback to be molded by Matt Ryan

It’s no surprise that once again, EJ Perry ends up on my mock draft. I wouldn’t necessarily say I’m a huge EJ Perry fan, but the skill is there.

Perry had the second-best performance at the NFL combine when it came to the metrics. His throws were pretty solid and he could throw the deep ball.

Not only was Perry decent at the combine, but he was also All-Ivy at Brown University where he led his team to some really great performances.

Perry won’t be the hot pick in the draft, but he could likely be one of the most underrated quarterbacks in a draft that does not feature top-tier talent at quarterback.

He could join Indianapolis and possibly grow into the role of Matt Ryan’s successor. This late into the draft, with most of Indy’s needs already filled, it wouldn’t hurt to spend a pick to see what Perry could offer.

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