If I’m honest, I did not originally consider selecting an offensive lineman as someone ‘to watch’ in 2019. This was particularly true for the Colts; they have a star receiver and a great tight-end in TY Hilton and Eric Ebron. Offensive guard is not a glamorous position, but it is crucial one. Nelson doesn’t just make it watchable - he makes it exhilarating. The way the rookie offensive guard bullied defensive players last season was incredible, and I even found myself watching a highlight reel for the 23 year old. Named to the Pro Bowl in his debut campaign, Nelson was ranked as the second-best guard in the NFL - as well as the best player from the 2018 Draft - in the recent ‘100 Best Players of 2019’ series by NFL Network. An incredible start to what will hopefully be a long and successful career.

Defensive Player to Watch: Darius Leonard

The Colts had an all-time 2018 NFL Draft. Not only did they pick up Quenton Nelson, but in the next round they scooped up Darius Leonard. In his rookie campaign, the linebacker led the NFL in tackles - a tremendous achievement that saw him win the 2018 NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year award as well as being named a First-team All-Pro. If Leonard can reproduce this form and play to such a high standard in future campaigns, the Colts have a future great in their ranks.