There are never enough Mock Drafts on the internet

Clayton Geathers Jersey , which is why I'm taking a crack at making my own." />Skip to main contentclockmenumore-arrownoyesStampede Blue homepageHorizontal - WhiteStampede Bluean Indianapolis Colts communityFollow Stampede Blue online:Follow Stampede Blue on TwitterFollow Stampede Blue on FacebookLog in or sign upLog InSign UpSite searchSearchSearchStampede Blue main menuFanpostsFanshotsColtsShopAboutMastheadCommunity GuidelinesStubHubMoreAll 321 blogs on Horizontal - WhiteFanposts Fanshots Colts StoriesScheduleRosterStatsYahoo Colts NewsYahoo Colts Team PageYahoo Colts ReportYahoo Colts Depth ChartYahoo Colts TransactionsYahoo Colts PhotosShop About Masthead Community Guidelines StubHub ✕Breaking NewsAndrew Luck Retires×Colts 7 Round Mock Draft: Mateo 1.0New,44commentsThere are never enough Mock Drafts on the internet, which is why I'm taking a crack at making my own.EDTShare this storyShare this on FacebookShare this on TwitterShareAll sharing optionsShareAll sharing options for:Colts 7 Round Mock Draft: Mateo 1.0TwitterFacebookRedditPocketFlipboardEmailPhoto by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images(I used The Draft Network’s mock draft simulator, as it is the most unpredictable and realistic in my opinion. Keep in mind it is a simulation, there was a Draft I made on which both Haskins and Ed Oliver slid to the second round, unpredictable stuff happens.)<hr class="p-entry-hr" id="r1RCMn">Round 1, pick 26Christian Wilkins, defensive line, ClemsonPhoto by Sean M. Haffey/Getty ImagesWhat else is there to say about Wilkins that Colts’ fans have not heard. He is quite possibly the best prospect Ballard could ever dream of. A tough, hard nosed defensive tackle, who can both plug the run and is capable of rushing the passer, though he was inconsistent in that department. Wilkins would become the leader of the trenches and his hard-working, no BS personality fits right in with the Colts culture. Wilkins is what seems like a match made in heaven for the Colts.Other options: Byron Murphy, CB. Jerry Tillery, DL.<hr class="p-entry-hr" id="5mJC5p">Round 2, pick 34Clelin Ferrell, defensive end, ClemsonPhoto by Ezra Shaw/Getty ImagesWhat’s better than one defensive lineman out of Clemson? Well, two defensive linemen out of Clemson! Ferrell would likely play on the edge while Wilkins is best suited for a three-technique role. Ferrell’s excellent size (6’5’’, 260 lbs) and production (27 sacks in 3 seasons) should be enough reasons to pick him. Jeffrey Simmons was still on the board at the time, but Ferrell gives the Colts an instant starter right away Nate Hairston Color Rush Jersey , and he showed no red-flags during his time in Clemson, something Ballard values a lot. Ferrell should immediately become one of the best pass-rushers on the Colts roster.Other options: Jeffrey Simmons, DL. Joejuan Williams, CB.<hr class="p-entry-hr" id="nIZbXg">Round 2, pick 59Marquise Brown, wide receiver, OklahomaPhoto by Streeter Lecka/Getty ImagesFinally some wide receiver help for Andrew Luck. Unlike my fellow writers, personally I am not that high on Devin Funchess. While he can be a solid red-zone threat I do not envision him becoming any more than that. Brown, on the other hand, is an incredibly talent receiver that plays above his small frame and has insane athleticism. Brown can burn past any cornerback in the NFL, watching him burn Bradley Roby on a post route would be one of the sweetest feelings in the world. With Hilton and Ebron on the field, Brown could take advantage of easier matchups and explode as a rookie.Other options: Deebo Samuel, WR. Jaylon Ferguson, EDGE.<hr class="p-entry-hr" id="Bmb3iy">Round 3, pick 89JJ Arcega-Whiteside, wide receiver, StanfordPhoto by Ezra Shaw/Getty ImagesArcega-Whiteside is one of the most polished receivers in the NFL Draft. Spare me your D.K Metcalf memes, I'll take the reliable route-runner, with rock solid hands everyday. He is a tall receiver with absurd body control and excellent hands. In my opinion, he would need just a couple of weeks to take the starting spot from Funchess and he could become the most productive wide receiver of the class.Other options: Dre’Mont Jones, DL. Amani Hooker https://www.coltsfanshop.com/Braden-Smith-Jersey , S.<hr class="p-entry-hr" id="UtBDCK">Round 5, pick 129Beau Benzschawel, interior OL, WisconsinPhoto by Dylan Buell/Getty ImagesI was surprised to see Benzschawel drop so much, as he was a 3rd round pick caliber player to my eye. Benzschawel can provide some much needed depth on the offensive line, and because of his immense size (6’6’’) he could also be developed as a tackle for the future or in case of emergency. He has the versatility and hard-nosed attitude Ballard loves, so he seemed like a reasonable pick.Other options: Khalen Saunders DL, Montre Hartage, CB.<hr class="p-entry-hr" id="GWrP6n">Round 5, pick 135Ugochukwu Amadi, safety, OregonPhoto by Steve Dykes/Getty ImagesLooking for later round gems I fell in love with Amadi. He is one of my favorite sleepers on this draft class. Amadi possesses insane athleticism and his movement just seems so natural. He can play either safety, nickel or slot. He does not fit the “thumper” role needed next to Hooker but his speed and instincts would allow him to play anywhere on the field. Yet another versatile guy that can make plays all over the field. As the League is turning much more pass-oriented, pairing him up with Hooker when the situation calls would be a terrifying sight for opposing quarterbacks.Other options: Tyler Roemer OT, Isaiah Buggs DL.<hr class="p-entry-hr" id="JSxSW9">Round 6, pick 164Terry Godwin, wide receiver, GeorgiaPhoto by Kevin C. Cox/Getty ImagesIf utilized correctly, Godwin can become a valuable threat on the Colts offense. Because of his questionable size and strength Godwin may not be suited to handle the blows of a full 16 games of the season, but if used sparingly he can give the Colts a reliable receiver with excellent route-running and above average athleticism. Playing in a run-heavy Georgia offense must have hurt his production, which caused him to slip in the Draft. Other options: Saivion Smith Jabaal Sheard Jersey , CB. Lukas Denis, S.<hr class="p-entry-hr" id="8XKFjO">Round 7, pick 199Bryce Love, running back, StanfordPhoto by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty ImagesHow does a Heisman runner-up end up becoming a 7th round pick? After his historical 2017 season where he racked up over 2K yards and 19 scores, Love chose to return to Stanford for his senior season. Time and time again, returning to school after you already proved your worth has shown to be one of the worst decisions athletes take. The Colts can take advantage of this and select Love with little to no commitment. If he returns to full form after tearing his ACL then the Colts could have a gem in their hands, yet if he does not the damage is nearly minimal. Other options: Marvel Tell, safety.<hr class="p-entry-hr" id="1Vr4cK">Round 7, pick 240Ryan Finley, quarterback, NC StatePhoto by Joe Robbins/Getty ImagesConsidering the fact backup quarterback Jacoby Brissett could leave next season, the Colts can already start looking for his replacement. Finley was solid his last two seasons at NC State and has the intangibles to develop as a backup in the NFL.Other options: Penny Hart, receiver. There are some interesting playoff scenarios looming as the end of the season draws nearer. Each week will be critical for the Colts if they want to make their way into the wildcard, or even better, retake the division crown that they held for so long. First, let’s take a look at how the playoff picture breaks down as it stands:AFC Playoff Picture1.Kansas City Chiefs (9-2)2.New England Patriots (8-3) can clinch a division win by winning their next two games.3.Houston Texans (8-3)4.Pittsburgh Steelers (7-3-1)5.Los Angeles Chargers (8-3)6.Baltimore Ravens (6-5) If the season ended today, these would be the teams headed to the playoffs. The outcomes this week could change things quite a bit. First there are the eliminations from contention.You’ll notice that one of those teams, the Jacksonville Jaguars, is playing the Colts this week. That’s right, the Colts can statistically eliminate the Jaguars from the playoffs with a win Sunday. If we are being serious Pierre Desir Color Rush Jersey , the Jaguars have essentially been eliminated for awhile, so this is really just a formality.Losses by the Ravens, Chargers, and Broncos would all be really helpful in addition to a Colts win, because they would enable the Colts to get a firmer hold on a possible wild card spot. However it is the Browns vs Texans game that should hold the attention of Colts fans. If the Texans were to drop their game to the Browns and the Colts do what they should and beat the Jaguars, it would mean that a win by the Colts in Houston in week 14 would give them the lead in the AFC South by way of a better divisional record. With Houston as their only truly dangerous opponent left on the schedule, that would leave the Colts in the drivers’ seat to take the AFC South title back to Indianapolis where it belongs.One team I didn’t mention that is sort of hanging around the periphery here is the Tennessee Titans. I am conflicted on how to root with regard to the Titans. They face the Jets at home, and while they aren’t a major threat to the Colts in terms of a wild card spot at the moment, if they were to go on a run, they could become one. Having said that, if they lose to the Jets, it means the Jets get a win, and therefore, the second round pick we get from them is a bit higher. All things considered, neither is likely that big a deal, but I’d prefer the Titans didn’t hang around too close as we have to play them in week 17. It is exciting to be in the mix for a playoff spot and it would be even more exciting to take back control of the division. That starts with going to Jacksonville and getting a win, and ends with becoming surrogate Browns fans for an afternoon in the hopes they can put a beating on the Texans and give a bit more weight to next week’s contest in Houston.