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5 bold predictions for Indianapolis Colts in 2021

By Rucker Haringey

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - JANUARY 03: Darius Leonard #53 of the Indianapolis Colts in action in the game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Lucas Oil Stadium on January 03, 2021 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images)
INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - JANUARY 03: Darius Leonard #53 of the Indianapolis Colts in action in the game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Lucas Oil Stadium on January 03, 2021 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images) /
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Colts bold predictions, Michael Pittman
INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA – NOVEMBER 29: Michael Pittman Jr. #11 of the Indianapolis Colts looks to make a catch in the third quarter during their game against the Tennessee Titans at Lucas Oil Stadium on November 29, 2020 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images) /

2. Michael Pittman will lead the team in catches

Pittman flashed big-play ability during his rookie season, but the Colts need him to increase his consistency during his sophomore campaign. The good news for fans in Indy is that he’s got the talent required to do just that.

It’s not out of the question to think Pittman can double his catch total from 2020. He caught 40 balls during his rookie season and that number could balloon to 80 if Wentz plays well in 2021. Pittman is just the sort of big-bodied receiver that Wentz needs to help increase his completion percentage.

Pittman also has the speed required to threaten opposing secondaries on deep routes. That won’t be a big staple of the Colts offense in 2021 though. Look for Reich and his staff to prioritize efficiency and ball control over explosion during the regular season.

That’s great news for Pittman. He needs to really focus his efforts on improving his route running on short and intermediate throws to fulfill his significant potential. He’s in line to take a massive step forward in 2021.

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