How different would Colts be if they had taken a different player in 2023 NFL Draft?

The Colts didn't pick up quarterback Anthony Richardson's fifth-year option; not a surprise given the price tag ($22 million), his request to be traded and his current role (third-string quarterback). Hindsight is, of course, 20/20 but who could the Colts have taken with the fourth overall pick in 2023 if they weren't set on selection a quarterback? Here's a look at who was available: Jack Campbell, Lions , 1st round, 18th overall The Lions were criticized for taking a running back (Jahmyr Gibbs, see below) and a middle linebacker (Campbell) in the first round.

But they have been two of the most productive players selected. Campbell has made 402 tackles, 19 for loss, 13 quarterback hits, 5 sacks and 10 passes defensed, and was named first team All-Pro last season. The Colts had an emerging Zaire Franklin in 2023.

Would they rather have Campbell now? Yes. Did taking Campbell then make sense?

No. Jalen Carter, Eagles, 1st round, 9th overall Carter was widely considered one of the top talents in the 2023 draft but was arrested prior to it on reckless driving and racing charges. He received 12 months probation, a $1,000 fine, 80 hours of community service and had to complete a defensive driving course, according to nfl.