Horseshoe Heroes staff predictions: Who will Colts Draft at No. 42?
This is a collaborative piece from the writers of Horseshoe Heroes predicting what the Indianapolis Colts will do with the No. 42 pick in the Draft.
The Indianapolis Colts will join the 2022 NFL Draft today when the second round kicks off. Indy has the 42nd overall pick, the 10th pick of the second round.
There’s a lot Indianapolis could do with this pick but some selections would go over better than others. The team of writers for Horseshoe Heroes have shared what we think the Colts will do at No. 42, what we want them to do, and a selection we’d absolutely hate.
Predicting how the Colts will Draft in the second round
Jaleel Grandberry
Predicted pick: Skyy Moore, WR, Western Michigan
In the days leading up to the Draft, Moore emerged as the popular pick for Indianapolis. He’s a second-round receiver that will complement the offense perfectly.
Desired pick: David Bell, WR, Purdue
The idea of David Bell joining the Colts in the second round seemed to sail long ago. However, despite his pre-draft evaluation, Bell proved himself in college as one of the best receivers in this class.
Pick I’d hate: A quarterback, Any School
Drafting a QB, that won’t play for at least two years, this early in the Draft is a wasted pick. Indy would be passing up on so many instant contributors.
Justin Bauerle
Predicted pick: Skyy Moore, WR, Western Michigan
Skyy is a versatile wide receiver that will be able to get open in space. Some had him projected to go late in the first round, but he slid to day two and should go early in the second round.
Desired pick: George Pickens, WR, Georgia
George Pickens is a receiver that will get up and make plays when it matters most. The Colts have been known for drafting players that have slid because they have been injured in college and that is often a concern for teams. Pickens would pair well with MPJ on the outside or in the slot.
Pick I’d hate: Any QB
The Colts have their QB for at least two-three years. There are better QBs in the next couple of drafts that could become available. This is not the draft to take a chance on a QB with your first pick. Indy needs to address other positions early and could take a QB in the later rounds.
Bradley Allan
Predicted pick: Trade up for Desmond Ridder, QB, Cincinnati
Ridder has been one of the most consistently impressive prospects since the Combine. The Colts have the draft capital to move up, and with a 37-year-old QB, it makes sense to add a young, NFL-ready QB to learn for a year. Indy may have to jump in front of the QB-needy Seahawks to fulfill that opportunity.
Desired pick: George Pickens, WR, Georgia
In my opinion, Pickens will be a sure-fire No. 1 wideout in the NFL and has the highest upside in this class. He’s a big outside guy with crisp route running and practically automatic hands. The reason for his fall out of the first round is an ACL injury suffered last spring. Pickens has since recovered, won a National Championship, and will be an absolute steal when the Colts make their selection on Friday.
Pick I’d hate: Another defensive end
Chris Ballard’s obsession with a dominating pass rush was hopefully cured after the trade for Yannick Ngakoue. Last year, Indy selected back-to-back defensive ends. Attacking the defensive line again, when the team needs more, is an absolute mistake I do not want to see.
Pacey Strickland
Predicted pick: John Metchie III, WR, Alabama
John Metchie III is a strong wideout coming from a school with a lot of pedigree and has excelled at the highest level in college.
Desired pick: Christian Watson, WR, NDSU
Christian Watson is a physically imposing wideout with elite speed. He should excel at the next level and would be a big boost to Indy’s offense.
Pick I’d hate: Any left tackle
I want the Colts to get a tackle at some point, but the most important need is wide receiver and it should be addressed first. Also, a lot of the best left tackles are off the board at this point.
