Indianapolis Colts name Sam Ehlinger starting QB: Pros and cons

Ever since the retirement of Andrew Luck, Colts fans have been waiting for Ballard to make a move for a quarterback prospect in the draft with significant capital. Though they will want to see what they have in Ehlinger, it’s a real possibility the benching of Ryan forces Ballard to move up for a quarterback.

Ballard and Reich have both been on the hot seat since the Disaster in Duval, and most of the discourse has stemmed from Ballard’s refusal to take a shot on a young quarterback prospect. The only way Ballard can seemingly keep his job is if he convinces Jim Irsay that they are planning to move up for a prospect in what looks like a strong class in 2023.

I’ve always been a fan of Ballard, especially in his ability to scout talent and find hidden gems. But his fear of taking a shot on a quarterback prospect has kept this roster from really taking the next step. If he can change his approach when it comes to a quarterback, it gives them a shot to be a contender at least.

But if Ballard isn’t willing to change his philosophy about moving up for a quarterback after this entire debacle, then his removal as general manager would have been long overdue.