From Practice Squad to Starting QB

by Cowboys24 | 2 years ago | 0 Comments

There is a strong focus on building for next season for the Indianapolis Colts. Feleipe Franks has been signed from the Atlanta Falcons practice squad. In my opinion, Feleipe Franks was an interesting pick and has been installed as the starter immediately. While the Colts have added depth to their quarterback room, their primary focus is giving Feleipe Franks a chance. A four-year college athlete, he played for the Florida Gators and the Arkansas Razorbacks during his college years. An undrafted free agent, he was assigned to the Falcons practice squad as an undrafted free agent. The Colts believe that playing in the SEC is a factor in their success and they hope to find a diamond in the rough in this draft. The coaches are very impressed with the strength and speed of his arm. In their estimation, this could open up the passing game more with the use of RPO and Play Action for the remainder of the season. Against the Patriots this week, Feleipe Franks gets the chance to make his first start in the SFL. It is hoped that the team will be able to inject some excitement into the locker room as a result of this move. I have never seen this much pressure put on a practice squad player. In recent interview Feleipe Franks said he has nothing to lose but everything to gain with signing with the Colts. In theory, that is a great approach. Let’s see if it will work