The Indianapolis colts ought to investigate trading for…
The Indianapolis Colts have decided to start former sixth-round pick Sam Ehlinger at quarterback for the remainder of the season instead of the seasoned Matt Ryan. Throughout his career, Ehlinger has only made 19 appearances in snap counts.
Given how significantly the team’s strategy has changed in a short period of time, it could be wise to begin selling off some veteran contracts. They might completely capitalize on this retooling to buy themselves some time, albeit it may be improbable given that Chris Ballard and Frank Reich are both vying for the same position.
Here are five players that the Colts should try to transfer before the November 1st Trade Deadline, regardless of whether it actually happens or not:
Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; September 25, 2022; Indianapolis At Lucas Oil Stadium in the second quarter, defensive end Yannick Ngakoue (91), of the Colts, celebrates sacking quarterback Patrick Mahomes of the Kansas City Chiefs (not pictured). Required Credit: USA TODAY Sports/Marc Lebryk
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1.) Ngakoue Yannick
The most obvious trade Yannick Ngakoue, a seasoned pass rusher, could make for a draft pick is what the Colts could do at the deadline. Having been dealt three times in his NFL career, Ngakoue is no stranger to deals.
Ngakoue was signed in 2022 with the intention of saving the Colts from the brink, but he has largely fallen short of expectations. He is currently rated by Pro Football Focus as the fourth-worst edge rusher in the NFL for run defense. Not only is he not making up ground as a pass rusher, but he is presently ranked 50th in pass rush win rate among starting edge rushers.
To put it briefly, Ngakoue has performed poorly as a run defender and as a pass rusher for the Colts. The greatest thing the Colts can do at the trade deadline is to ship him off for whatever they can get.
