The 2019 NFL Draft is underway in Nashville, and FTW’s lead NFL writer Steven Ruiz is grading picks and offering analysis on how each player will fit with his new team.
34. Colts: Rock Ya-Sin, CB Temple
Analysis: Not sure about the scheme fit here. The Colts run a lot of zone coverage and Rock Ya-Sin is more of a man corner. But maybe Indy is planning on manning up more often in 2019. If that’s the case, this is a solid pick. Though, again, Greedy Williams may have been a better option, but the Colts want their corners to tackle and that’s not Williams’ strength.
GRADE: B
49. Colts: Ben Banogu, Edge TCU
Analysis: Had Ben Banogu been a better run defender, he may have been a first-round pick after blowing up the combine. But who cares about run defense in 2019? Today’s NFL is about stopping the pass, and the explosive Banogu will help the Colts do that. Another smart pickup for Chris Ballard.
GRADE: B+
59. Colts: Parris Campbell, WR Ohio State
Analysis: I’m not in love with Parris Campbell, but, at this spot, the Colts are getting decent value here. Campbell is speedster with good YAC ability, but I don’t know if he can get open — he didn’t run a lot of routes at Ohio State — and his hands aren’t great. I do, however, trust Frank Reich to get the most out of him. I’m just worried he’s Tavon Austin.
