Schrager: Will Levis Linked to Colts by Insiders Ahead of 2023 NFL Draft

Will Levis has been, arguably, the most polarizing first-round quarterback prospect in the 2023 NFL draft, but there is one team picking in the top five that could be ready to take him.

Per NFL Network's Peter Schrager, there's a thought from people around the league that Levis could end up being selected by the Indianapolis Colts:

Colts owner Jim Irsay hasn't been shy about publicly stating his desire to add a quarterback in the draft, even if he says it in a roundabout way on Twitter:

Levis has frequently been connected to the Colts by analysts throughout the pre-draft process.

ESPN's Matt Miller reported last week that Indianapolis has the Kentucky signal-caller ranked ahead of Anthony Richardson if those are the two top quarterbacks still on the board.

One reason Levis has been such a difficult player for analysts to project is because he only had one year of high-level production in college. He threw for 2,826 yards with 24 touchdowns and a 66.0 completion percentage in 2021.

Last year was a step back, as the 23-year-old finished with 2,406 passing yards and 19 touchdowns in 11 games. He was dealing with foot and shoulder injuries for most of the season that certainly impacted his performance.

B/R's NFL Scouting Department has Levis ranked as the fourth-best quarterback and No. 21 overall prospect in this draft class, and he has drawn comparisons to Tennessee Titans signal-caller Ryan Tannehill.

The Colts currently own the No. 4 overall pick, and it seems unlikely they will come out of the draft without a quarterback who can be their starter in 2023.

Levis would be walking into a good situation if he does end up in Indianapolis. Shane Steichen is entering his first year as head coach after two years as offensive coordinator for the Philadelphia Eagles.

The Colts still have Jonathan Taylor, Michael Pittman Jr. and Alec Pierce at the skill positions. If they can shore up the offensive line, a young quarterback would be in a good position to succeed right away.