Indianapolis Colts: 3 Wide receiver targets in Round 2 of 2019 NFL Draft

ATLANTA, GA - DECEMBER 01: Riley Ridley #8 of the Georgia Bulldogs catches a touchdown pass against Saivion Smith #4 of the Alabama Crimson Tide in the third quarter during the 2018 SEC Championship Game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on December 1, 2018 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) /

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ATHENS, GA – NOVEMBER 12: Wide receiver Riley Ridley #8 of the Georgia Bulldogs catches a pass in front of defensive back Javaris Davis #31 of the Auburn Tigers at Sanford Stadium on November 12, 2016 in Athens, Georgia. (Photo by Michael Chang/Getty Images) /

Riley Ridley, WR, Georgia

Riley Ridley, younger brother to Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley, is quickly rising up draft boards everywhere. Despite his limited production at Georgia, Ridley continues to climb because of the upside he brings.

As a junior, he produced just 559 yards, but added nine touchdowns. Because of the aggressive, run-heavy approach of the Bulldogs offense, Ridley did not see the target volume some of the other wide receivers in this draft saw, which is a big reason he did not top 600 yards. Had he seen more volume, it is very possible that Ridley could have produced similar numbers to the other top prospects in this years draft.

At 6-2 and 200 pounds, Ridley could be the perfect complement to T.Y. Hilton in the Colts air attack. During his limited usage for Georgia, he was able to flash some very intriguing skills, such as his strong hands and good body control. Multiple times throughout the season, we saw Ridley make over the shoulder catches and tough grabs leaning out over the sidelines. He can track the ball well and goes up to catch the ball in contested situations with his hands, not his body.

Ridley will need more polishing than someone like Harmon, but may posses more upside if coached correctly. Luckily for Ridley, if he finds himself in Indy, he will be paired with Frank Reich, who can help him further develop the finer points of his game. With the right amount of work, Ridley could become one of the most trusted targets in the Colts passing game.

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