According to his offensive coordinator Nick Sirianni, Indianapolis Colts rookie wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. compares favorably to a future First-Ballot NFL Hall of Famer in at least one regard—his ability to run after the catch (via The Athletic’s Stephen Holder):
Colts offensive coordinator Nick Sirianni just made a comparison linking Michael Pittman to Larry Fitzgerald in terms of their ability to run after the catch, and I totally agree. Neither has blazing speed but they are good, physical runners in the open field.