The biggest clue that the Colts have confidence in Eason is that the team did not go out and sign a veteran to be the backup to Wentz. When training camp and preseason come around, fans and media alike will get their first glimpse of Eason and can see if this confidence is justified. Ehlinger is a 6-foot-1, pound quarterback who lead Texas to 27 wins in his college career, the fourth-most in school history. He is only the seventh two-time captain in Texas football history.
Ehlinger has many of the uncoachable traits the Colts look for. He has fantastic character and is a proven winner at the college level. Ehlinger's leadership instincts are evident after being a two-time captain in Austin, and his competitiveness jumps off the tape.
As far as the role the rookie will play for the Colts, he will be competing with Eason for the backup quarterback job and a spot on the roster. Eason is the clear favorite to be the backup, but Ehlinger will certainly compete and push for time in the preseason. He had 33 rushing touchdowns in his four years at Texas, and one could wonder if the Colts might flirt with the idea of creating a package similar to how the New Orleans Saints have used Taysom Hill in the past.
For this reason, and factoring in his football character, there is a chance Ehlinger makes the team as the third quarterback. Follow Horseshoe Huddle on Twitter and Facebook. SI TIX. Home Horseshoe Huddle News. Carson Wentz. Read More. Key Areas to Watch in Colts vs.
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There will be plenty of it when it comes to Wentz because of his familiarity and relationship with Reich. Wentz passed for 3, yards, 33 touchdowns and seven interceptions in 13 games that season. But significant questions surround Wentz's health and where he is mentally. He has played in all 16 games just twice in his five seasons in the NFL and was benched in favor of rookie Jalen Hurts this season.
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