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2019 NFL Draft: Indianapolis Colts 7-round mock

By Joe Romano

HOUSTON, TX - JANUARY 05: Head coach Frank Reich of the Indianapolis Colts watches as Andrew Luck #12 warms up before the game against the Houston Texans during the Wild Card Round at NRG Stadium on January 5, 2019 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Tim Warner/Getty Images)
HOUSTON, TX - JANUARY 05: Head coach Frank Reich of the Indianapolis Colts watches as Andrew Luck #12 warms up before the game against the Houston Texans during the Wild Card Round at NRG Stadium on January 5, 2019 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Tim Warner/Getty Images) /
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FRISCO, TX – JANUARY 07: James Madison Dukes cornerback Jimmy Moreland (37) knocks down a pass for Youngstown State Penguins wide receiver Alvin Bailey (5) during the NCAA FCS Championship game between the James Madison Dukes and the Youngstown State Penguins on Saturday 7, 2017 in Toyota Stadium in Frisco, Texas. James Madison defeats Youngstown State 28-14. (Photo by Matthew Pearce/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)
FRISCO, TX – JANUARY 07: James Madison Dukes cornerback Jimmy Moreland (37) knocks down a pass for Youngstown State Penguins wide receiver Alvin Bailey (5) during the NCAA FCS Championship game between the James Madison Dukes and the Youngstown State Penguins on Saturday 7, 2017 in Toyota Stadium in Frisco, Texas. James Madison defeats Youngstown State 28-14. (Photo by Matthew Pearce/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) /

Round 4 – Pick 128

Jimmy Moreland, CB, JMU

Jumping back into the defensive secondary, the Colts need to address the corner position. It may come earlier than round four but there is some depth to the class. Starting corner Pierre Desir is a free agent but could be back. Opposite him is former second round pick Quincy Wilson who came on strong after a disappointing first season. The team could desperately need some help in the nickel.

That is where James Madison’s Jimmy Moreland comes in. Don’t let the fact that he played at a small, non-Division 1 school fool you, this kid can play. Moreland participated in the Senior Bowl and received rave reviews for his work down there. The 5-foot-11 and under 180 pound corner can get bullied but he never lets that stop him. His best role will be inside simply due to his lack of size but he’s a relentless cover guy who will never back down from a challenge. He’s at his best mirror and matching guys. Once the ball is thrown receivers need to actively stop him from getting it. His ball skills are hard to match in this class. If he was 20 pounds heavier and two inches taller, this is a first round player.

Moreland would immediately help a secondary that, again, over performed. This is a welcome edition to a defense that finished strong but leaves meat on the bone a bit more than they should.

Round 4 – Pick 135

Chuma Edoga, T, USC

Another high upside pick from a Senior Bowl stand-out. This time it is on the offensive side with USC’s Chuma Edoga. One of the best offensive lineman coming out of Mobile, Edoga is a name to keep an eye on as a mid-round tackle prospect. The Colts have a pair of solid tackls in Anthony Castanzo and rookie Braden Smith. Smith played guard in college and Edoga could have a shot to supplant him at tackle and kick him inside. Even as just a depth piece or swing tackle, Edoga would give the Colts a great option.

This an elite athlete at tackle who can mirror and run quick edge defenders up the arc. He struggles a bit with his play strength and tenacity. Put him in a room with Quenton Nelson and see if that can be fixed (hint: it will). Edoga would benefit from the culture installed in Indianapolis right now. He could even be a future starter once Castonzo, 30, eventually moves on. With so many early picks, this is the type of future thinking, high upside play the Colts can afford.

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