
The Facts: Anyone who thought Phillip Dorsett and Kamar Aiken would definitely be the third or fourth wideouts for the Colts in 2017 needs to re-think their depth chart. Rogers, the second-year wide receiver, is a serious contender for wide receiver reps this coming season.
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According to the team's official website, Rogers' fans include Andrew Luck, Chris Ballard, Chuck Pagano and Rob Chudzinski. Luck had this to say when asked to compare Rogers’ rookie season to how the Colts will need him now: “I think he’s done a great job this offseason in understanding that he can’t just be that to be an NFL player. He’s got to be concise, sharp and crisp with his routes. He’s got to understand the bigger picture and he’s certainly working at it every day. It’s been fun to see him make this progression. ..." Rogers began making plays for the Colts during last year’s preseason. As a 2016 undrafted free agent from Grambling, Rogers led the Colts in the preseason with 14 catches for 174 yards. Slowly, Rogers worked his way into the wide receiver rotation, while also averaging 9.2 yards per punt return, a number that would have ranked him in the top half of the NFL returners had he qualified with enough returns. Luck’s faith in Rogers was especially seen late in the season. Rogers had 7 catches in 11 targets over the final three games and the Colts have seen that Rogers carry into 2017. It's something for fantasy owners to watch this summer.