2026 NFL draft schedule, Colts top needs, picks, position previews
Here is everything to know about the 2026 NFL draft for the Indianapolis Colts, including schedule, picks, and top needs.
The 2026 NFL draft is here, although the Indianapolis Colts do not own a first-round selection heading into the event. Nevertheless, we have everything you need to know about the draft for the Colts right here. GM Chris Ballard was quite active during the free agency period.
This included making 11 outside additions , re-signing several of the Colts' own free agents, along with several key contributors from recent seasons now playing elsewhere in 2026. However, there are roster holes that still need to be filled. Accomplishing that with a modest seven picks and only two in the top 100 adds to the challenge.
Ballard will have to get his Day 2 selections right. 2026 NFL draft schedule Round 1: Thursday, 8 PM ET Rounds 2 and 3: Friday, 7 PM ET Rounds 4-7: Saturday, 12 PM ET When are the Colts picking in the 2026 NFL draft? Round 2, pick 47 Round 3, pick 78 Round 4, pick 113 Round 5, pick 156 Round 6, pick 214 (from Steelers) Round 7, pick 249 Round 7, pick 254 NFL draft position previews and top prospects for the Colts Quarterbacks Running backs Wide receivers Tight ends Offensive tackles Interior offensive line Defensive tackle Defensive end Linebackers Cornerbacks Safeties What are the Colts most pressing positions of need?
Wide receiver: As of now, that WR3 role on the depth chart behind Alec Pierce and Josh Downs is up for grabs. Nick Westbrook-Ikhine and Ashton Dulin are the likely frontrunners competing for that playing time. But another addition at this position to boost competition and hopefully raise the floor of this unit should still be on Ballard's radar.