5 NFL quarterbacks that have a lot to prove in 2021

1. Carson Wentz

After the 2020 season Carson Wentz had, he has everything to prove to not only himself and the Indianapolis Colts but the entire NFL. His tense and public departure from Philly cast doubt on his ability to be an elite quarterback in the league anymore. He was tied for the league lead in interceptions (15) and tried to do too much when it wasn’t necessary. His strained relationship with Doug Pederson and Jalen Hurts’ rise in Philly caused him to be traded to Indy.

Reunited with his old offensive coordinator (and now Colts head coach) Frank Reich, Wentz has a fresh start in Indianapolis. That new beginning also brings much pressure to prove that 2020 was a fluke and not a sign of what’s to come.

Wentz was behind a makeshift offensive line, and he had a receiving corps that was banged up with injuries in Philadelphia. He had to do a lot with a little in 2020, and it showed in his play. He doesn’t have to worry about that in Indianapolis, as the Colts have a bevy of talent upfront and at skill positions.

Quenton Nelson anchors the offensive line, which opens holes for the Colts’ three-headed running back attack in Marlon Mack, Jonathan Taylor and Nyheim Hines. Each has their unique skillset that complements each other, and Wentz can use that.

In addition, the team re-signed T.Y. Hilton, which give Wentz a veteran presence at receiver. Michael Pittman Jr., Zach Pascal, and Parris Campbell are the youngsters who provide sizes, speed, and slot capabilities. However, Wentz has to prove that he can trust his supporting cast, take care of the football, and be a leader for the Colts.

For Carson Wentz, this is the epitome of a prove-it year, and it’s two-folded. On one side, he has to prove to the Colts that last season wasn’t a fluke, he can be their quarterback of the future, and that he was worth trading for.

On the other side, he must prove the Eagles wrong. He must make them regret trading him and sticking with Jalen Hurts. If Wentz plays like his 2017 self and stays healthy, he’ll be able to kill two birds with one stone and secure his future in Indy.