Edge Rushers the Colts Can Draft to Take Over for Justin Houston

The Indianapolis Colts took a gamble on the 31-year-old Justin Houston last season, and he rewarded them. The four-time Pro Bowler played all 16 games for the first time since 2014, turning in an 11-sack campaign.

Still, without another reliable edge rusher on the roster, Indianapolis will likely be looking to add some talent in the 2020 NFL Draft. And since Houston is getting up there in age and has just one year left on his contract, one of these three edge rushers could eventually be the long-term replacement for Houston in Indianapolis.

1. Julian Okwara

Julian Okwara could be an excellent addition to the Indianapolis Colts' defense. / Michael Hickey/Getty Images

Julian Okwara has struggled with injury issues, but he flashed some big-time potential when healthy in 2018. He racked up 12.5 tackles for loss and 8 sacks in 13 games that season. He only played in nine games in 2019, but he still tallied 7 TFL and 5 sacks. If he can manage to stay on the field, he could be a second-round steal for the Colts.

2. Terrell Lewis

Terrell Lewis could be a great gamble for the Colts to take in the 2020 NFL Draft. / Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images

Terrell Lewis missed the entire 2018 season due to injury, but he bounced back with a solid campaign in 2019. In 10 games, Lewis racked up a solid 11.5 TFL and 6 sacks. He's an unpolished prospect, but his quickness and athleticism give him a lot of upside.

3. Curtis Weaver

Curtis Weaver was arguably the most productive edge rusher in the NCAA over the last three seasons. / Loren Orr/Getty Images

Over the last three seasons, it's hard to find a more consistently productive pass-rusher than Curtis Weaver. The Boise State product has racked up 47.5 TFL and 34 sacks during that span, and he was tied for the fifth-most sacks in the NCAA (13.5) this past year. He looks like an NFL-ready prospect who could contribute from day one.

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