Colts 2nd year wide receiver Adonai Mitchell is struggling with drops in training camp.
The biggest story to track in Colts training camp is the quarterback battle between Anthony Richardson and Daniel Jones. While that plays out, the pecking order in the receiver room looms large. As a 2nd year wideout trying to make a leap up, Adonai Mitchell has been struggling with drops in practices.
Ahead of Mitchell on the depth chart are Michael Pittman Jr and Josh Downs. Alec Pierce provides an excellent deep threat that ideally would be the spot where Mitchell takes over. The problem is that Mitchell hasn’t been able to gain enough momentum to even pass up Alec Pierce. Lauded for his separation skills, Mitchell’s best outlook appears to be in an offense where Daniel Jones is the starter.
While it looks like Jones is the leading candidate to be the Colts starting quarterback, Mitchell isn’t holding up his end of the bargain early in training camp. Mitchell is a dart throw in round 18 on Underdog and should be seen as a viable pick in best ball only for 2025.
Author: Jeremiah Retzlaff (@coachretzlaff1)
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Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Alec Pierce did not practice Wednesday and is currently working through the concussion protocol.
Alec Pierce hit the ground hard on a catch attempt in the end zone with seconds to go in the first half of last week’s game, a hit that left him in the league’s mandatory concussion protocol. While the team has yet to officially rule him out, it’s unlikely (yet possible) for Pierce to be cleared in time for Sunday’s game.
Pierce has become a down-field weapon for Quarterback Anthony Richardson, showcasing his speed and athleticism. In fact, Pierce currently leads the NFL in Average Target Distance and in Deep Targets. If Pierce can’t go, expect to see increased opportunities for rookie Adonai Mitchell, who runs an even faster 40. The Colts, who are a long shot for a playoff spot, will need all the offensive firepower they can muster as they face off against their divisional rivals. It’s certainly a tough break for Pierce, but Colts fans will be hoping for a speedy recovery and a quick return to action.
Lukasz Stec, @Lukasz_FF01
