The Indianapolis Colts may be a team looking to run the ball, but they also know where their strengths are. When it comes to the passing game, wide receiver T.Y. Hilton is still the top dog.
Turning 31 years old in November, there have been some recent injury concerns with Ghost. But offensive coordinator Nick Sirianni gave some reassurance as to what they believe Hilton brings to the table.
Even with some new faces coming to the offense, Hilton is still the alpha dog in the unit.
Hilton has been one of the more underrated players over the last decade. He’s always a threat to make a big play at any time and when his quarterback play is sufficient, he’s one of the most difficult wide receivers to cover.
Hilton should be in line to bounce back in 2020 with Philip Rivers coming in to work under center. Rivers has shown the ability throughout his career to carry a WR1 in the passing game. He and Hilton should find a rapport quickly despite the limitations this offseason.
The addition of second-round pick Michael Pittman Jr., who will be working on the boundary as the X receiver, should help open some things up for Hilton. The latter will still see coverage roll his way, but having a consistent threat opposite him will help greatly for Hilton.
The Colts are wanting to run the football with their duo of Marlon Mack and second-round pick Jonathan Taylor, but they know their best player in the passing game is Hilton and he will continue to lead the offense in that phase of the game.
