The Indianapolis Colts have Anthony Richardson and the newly signed Daniel Jones. But should they still take a quarterback in the 2025 NFL Draft? Ryan Heckman of Horseshoe Heroes put together a mock draft and has the Colts drafting Alabama quarterback Jalen Milroe in the second round:
“Here’s the answer to the big question: no, the signing of Jones does not impact the Colts’ potential to take a quarterback. Look, this is a team that’s had a very difficult time figuring out the quarterback position since the retirement of Andrew Luck. This is also a team that is unafraid to carry three quarterbacks if need be. Behind Richardson and Jones, Alabama’s Jalen Milroe can sit and learn for a year (or two). Milroe offers a ton of upside as a rusher, which fits the bill of Jones and Richardson’s strengths. If he can be refined as a passer, maybe, just maybe, Milroe pans out as the guy. And oh, by the way, Milroe fell to this spot simply because this quarterback class is exactly as advertised. It’s not nearly what previous classes have been.”
The Colts certainly have questions at the quarterback spot? Will drafting Milroe help?
Mock Draft Has the Colts Selecting Quarterback Jalen Milroe
Looking Back at His Career
Jalen Milroe starred at Tompkins High School in Katy, Texas. During his career there, he recorded 3,825 passing yards, 559 rushing yards, and 53 touchdowns.
Milroe committed to play college football for the Texas Longhorns. Yet, he wound up choosing the University of Alabama. During his first two years with the Crimson Tide, Milroe backed up current Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young.
Milroe was named Alabama’s starter in 2023, replacing Young, who was the top pick in the NFL draft. During the 2023 regular season, Milroe powered the Crimson Tide to a 12-1 record and an SEC Championship. He later led the school to the 2024 Rose Bowl, where they lost 27-20 against No. 1 Michigan. Milroe finished the year passing for 2,834 yards and 23 touchdowns. He also rushed for 531 yards and 12 touchdowns.
In 2024, Jalen Milroe threw for 2,844 yards and 16 touchdowns. He rushed for 726 yards and 20 touchdowns as well.
Should the Colts Draft Him?
General manager Chris Ballard said the Colts were going to add a quarterback this offseason to compete with Anthony Richardson. And he was right, as the team brought in Daniel Jones.
Richardson and Jones will battle for the starting job. It’ll be interesting to see who wins. Both players haven’t had remarkable NFL careers thus far and are trying to prove themselves. Meanwhile, Sam Ehlinger (if he re-signs with the team) will likely compete with the undrafted Jason Bean for the No. 3 quarterback spot.
Should Indianapolis draft Jalen Milroe, who could also compete for the third QB spot? It wouldn’t be foolish to take a quarterback late in the draft. But drafting one in the second round doesn’t make any sense. And it certainly doesn’t make sense to draft Milroe. Yes, Milroe is an exceptional athlete who possesses arm strength. Yet, he struggles when it comes to accuracy. With that said, Milroe is a lot like Richardson. There would be no point in drafting him, especially after looking at how badly Richardson has struggled since he entered the league in 2023.
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