Matt Miller: Josiah Trotter for Colts' Linebacker Need

0:00On March 26, ESPN analyst Matt Miller has his eye on Missouri linebacker Josiah Trotter as a strong, non-first-round pick for the Indianapolis Colts. The team desperately needs help at linebacker, along with Ed rusher and wide receiver spots. Trotter stands out as a potential answer to that linebacker gap. Trotter has shot up draft boards since declaring early. He's a hard-hitting player who excels between the tackles and shows impressive closing speed on downhill runs. He sees him fitting well in certain defensive schemes. Over his last two seasons, Trotter logged more than 1,000 defensive snaps. He earned one of the top-run defense grades among linebackers from pro football focus. As a blitzer, he notched 14 pressures and 3-sex, though his coverage allowed some yards. He's the son of former Philadelphia Eagles all pro Jeremiah Trotter, bringing a family legacy to the table. For the Colts, linebacker depth remains thin behind the keen Davis-Gaether, with Austin Ajake and Jalen Carly's next in line.

1:02Experts urged General Manager Chris Ballard to target the position early and even double up with picks. Trotter could provide that immediate impact to shore up Indies Front 7 as draft season heats up.