Analyst identifies remaining roster hole for Colts after NFL draft

"The second outside receiver penciled in is Nick Westbrook-Ikhine, who had just 11 receptions for 89 yards last season in Miami," wrote Schatz. "His career numbers are juiced by nine touchdowns in 2024, but Westbrook-Ikhine has never topped 500 yards in a season. Behind him are veteran Ashton Dulin, who has seven catches over the past two seasons, and third-year receiver Anthony Gould, who has three career catches. Seventh-rounder Deion Burks could play a role."

To Schatz's point, Westbrook-Ikhine is coming off a down season in Miami. Dulin has primarily been a special teams contributor and run-blocker when called upon on offense. Burks, meanwhile, is a seventh-round rookie. Gould is a slot-first receiver.

Of course, at this stage of the offseason, free agent options are going to be limited, which could likely mean that the Colts roll with who they already have on the roster.

None of the players mentioned are expected to replace Pittman's production. Pierce and Downs should see more opportunities in his absence, while tight end Tyler Warren continues to play a big role in the passing game.

On paper, there will be a starter opposite of Pittman, but the weekly matchup and in-game situations could dictate what playing time looks like in that potentially shared WR3 role.

This article originally appeared on Colts Wire: Wide receiver remains top position of need for Colts, says analyst