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2016 NFL Draft Midseason Grades For Every 1st Round Pick

By Erik Lambert

Oct 30, 2016; Arlington, TX, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Carson Wentz (11) throws a pass in the second quarter against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 30, 2016; Arlington, TX, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Carson Wentz (11) throws a pass in the second quarter against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports /
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Aug 13, 2016; Orchard Park, NY, USA; Indianapolis Colts center Ryan Kelly (78) against the Buffalo Bills at Ralph Wilson Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-USA TODAY Sports
Aug 13, 2016; Orchard Park, NY, USA; Indianapolis Colts center Ryan Kelly (78) against the Buffalo Bills at Ralph Wilson Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-USA TODAY Sports /

Indianapolis Colts

Top Pick:  Ryan Kelly, C, Alabama

Andrew Luck is back to his old ways again, slicing up defenses almost at will. A big reason for this has been the slight improvement of his pass protection, at least along the interior. The main man responsible for that is Kelly. He was the best, most polished prospect at center in the draft and it’s showing. He’s settled things down in the middle for Indianapolis, giving Luck cleaner pockets to step up. Barring a setback, he should be a fixture for them moving forward.

Grade:  B+

Hidden Gem:  Hassan Ridgeway, DL, Texas

The Colts desperately need options on defense to start stepping up. They can’t keep relying on Luck to do everything. Scheming isn’t going to beat good teams. Young defensive lineman Hassan Ridgeway looks like he can be promising. So far he has nine tackles and half a sack in limited action. He’s an exciting athlete for a man his size. The big question with him will be can he stay healthy and can the coaches keep him motivated?

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