Indianapolis Colts 2026 NFL Draft Preview
The 2025 Indianapolis Colts rose to the throne only to have their kingdom crumble. Sadly, a devastating injury to Daniel Jones vanquished their playoff chances. However, after resigning Daniel Jones to a two-year, $88 million deal , the question becomes: Is Indiana Jones enough for this franchise?
Offseason moves can be quiet; not so much for the Colts. Alec Pierce re-signed to a whopping four-year, $116 million deal . Also joining the pack were Arden Key on a two-year deal and Michael Clemons on a three-year deal.
A few more under-the-radar signings boosted the Colts defensive front. Colts Draft Picks: Despite their free agency moves, the Colts are aiming for an unprecedented amount of success in the draft. With only three picks in the first four rounds, every decision matters: Round 2: Pick 47 Round 3: Pick 78 Round 4: Pick 113 Round 5: Pick 156 Round 6: Pick 214 Round 7: Pick 249 Round 7: Pick 254 Despite these few draft picks, general manager Chris Ballard has said they like to acquire picks : “We like to acquire picks…I would anticipate having more when it’s all said and done.
” Knowing this, the Colts could aggressively trade to bolster positions of need. Colts Positions of Need: LB EDGE WR Key Draft Targets for Colts: Anthony Hill Jr. – LB – Texas Slated as a “ future Pro Bowler ”, Anthony Hill Jr reminds fans of a young Bobby Wagner .
Each season in college he progressively got better; he’s an all-around machine that ceases to impress. With an inexperienced LB core, Hill Jr. would fit perfectly in Lou Anarumo’s defense.