Colts UDFA profiles: Can RB Jordon Vaughn make 53-man roster push?

The Indianapolis Colts announced that they signed 12 undrafted free agents following the conclusion of the 2026 NFL draft. Let's take a closer look at these players and highlight why each could make a potential roster push. Up next is Abilene Christian running back Jordon Vaughn.

Profile Height: 6-3 Weight: 235 Jordon Vaughn's Abilene Christian bio Quick breakdown Vaughn was a big-play threat this past season, averaging a whopping 6. 0 yards per rush on 113 carries. He proved to be very tough to bring down, averaging 4.

42 yards after contact, according to PFF. Vaughn had just 12 targets as a pass-catcher in 2025 and has played 146 special teams snaps across three seasons. Jordon Vaughn's athletic profile Why Jordon Vaughn could make roster push with Colts Behind Jonathan Taylor, the backup running back role and the third spot on the depth chart are up for grabs.

Presumably, some combination of DJ Giddens and Seth McGowan will earn those roles, but neither is considered an absolute roster lock either. Along with being productive as a ball carrier, the ability to impact the passing game -- both as a blocker and pass-catcher -- and special teams play will be important factors when determining these roles. This article originally appeared on Colts Wire: 2026 NFL draft: Why UDFA RB Jordon Vaughn can make Colts roster