Indianapolis Colts Roster 2019 Colts Roster

Top 3 Colts Roster Questions of 2019-2020

Can Andrew Luck hold up?

After missing 26 games from 2015-17, Andrew Luck finally had a fully healthy season and made the most of it. When healthy, he was brilliant, passing for 4,593 yards and 39 TDs. For Luck, there’s never been a question about his skillset. The only problem with him is the injury history and whether he can actually stay on the field long enough to help the Colts. He had a career high in attempts last year and will likely look to top that with so many weapons. 

Additionally, Luck’s completion rate was the highest of his career at 67.3% and he remained a dual threat with 148 rushing yards. The only thing concerning about Luck’s increased attempts is the interceptions. The 15 picks last year was clearly not favorable but easily overshadowed by his large TD numbers. He’s a great player that might need to see his playing time examined closely. Indianapolis simply can’t afford to lose him if they want to win the division this year. 

Which receivers will stand out?

This offseason, the Colts made a flurry of moves at the wide receiver spot and made a strength even stronger. Last year, the Colts boasted one of the best receiving corps led by TY Hilton. This year, he’ll return to do more of the same though he will get some help. Joining him will be Devin Funchess, Parris Campbell, and Chester Rogers. 

While none of those names, besides Funchess, are especially appealing, it’s almost anyone’s guess as to who makes the cut. Hilton and Funchess are essentially locks to make it based on past reputation and are likely to occupy the two outside receiver spots. Among those still at camp, Campbell and Rogers are currently projected to be the #3 and #4 receivers on the roster. Both will have to be great and show some type of star quality to first make the roster and then become a starting wideout. 

What does Justin Houston bring to the team?

After spending the entirety of his career in Kansas City, Justin Houston heads to Indianapolis on a 2 year, $24 million deal. This seemed almost like a steal for the Colts who now acquired their starting defensive end who was able to get 9 sacks in just 12 games last year. For his career, Houston has 78.5 sacks and even led the league in 2014 with 22. While he may no longer be an elite pass rusher, he’s plenty capable of applying pressure to the Qb and making smart plays. 

The only reason the Colts got him was the large salary the Chiefs would’ve been forced to pay had they decided to keep him. Instead, the Colts got a steal here assuming Houson can still be anywhere close to the player he once was a few years back. At 30, Houston may not have a lot left in the tank but this is a win-win situation for both teams. Indianapolis gets a pass rusher that they desperately needed and Houston gets a shot at proving his worth in the NFL.