Enemy Intel: AFC South Draft Hauls

PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 23: Carnell Tate of Ohio State poses for a portrait after being selected fourth overall by the Tennessee Titans during Round One of the 2026 NFL Draft at Acrisure Stadium on April 23, 2026 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Lauren Leigh Bacho/Getty Images) | Getty Images Beyond evaluating Houston’s draft class, it’s important to assess the incoming talent across the AFC South. Each of the AFC South opponents approached the NFL Draft uniquely; some sought immediate starters, some acquired depth behind starts, and one team went rouge.

Below, each class is analyzed, key contributors are spotlighted, and a final grade is given. The grades are based on their overall draft haul, including the value at each pick and their ability to address needs heading into the class. Indianapolis Colts For a team without a first-round pick, they stole the show throughout the draft and found immense value.

Nothing is more infuriating than liking an opponent’s draft class more than the Texans. The Colts selected two ‘my guys’ for the Texans , including the top ‘my guy’; S A. J.

Haulcy and RB Seth McGowan. They also landed an elite LB duo of CJ Allen and Bryce Boettcher to completely renovate the LB room. Seventh-round receiver Deion Burks was a multi-round steal and is a burner down the sideline.