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The 2026 NFL Draft kicks off live from Pittsburgh on Thursday, April 23 and the latest crop of rookies will be hearing their names called all weekend long. For the Indianapolis Colts, the biggest need is an obvious one: Edge rusher.
Indianapolis lost Kwity Paye, who was the team's second-best edge rusher, in free agency. Laiatu Latu is the only Colts' edge rusher opposing teams have to gameplan for. Wide receiver is also a notable need after the club traded Michael Pittman Jr. to Pittsburgh.
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Here's everything you need to know about the Indianapolis Colts for this year's draft, including a round-by-round look at picks and a potential trade candidate already on the roster.
Per USA TODAY's Ayrton Ostly:
The Colts spent in free agency to stock up in the secondary and the defensive line but the linebacking corps is lagging behind. Golday brings prototypical size to the position with great athleticism and fluidity to improve as a coverage guy. His hand strength makes him a solid run defender and help the Colts' defense in both phases.
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Per USA TODAY's Jack McKessy:
The writing is on the wall for Richardson's time in Indianapolis. After Daniel Jones' extension, it's just a matter of time before the young gunslinger ends up somewhere else. The good news for the Colts is Richardson is a very enticing prospect with an intriguing skill set mix of cannon arm and excellent running ability. He's also a former first-round pick, allowing prospective trade partners to have a young project quarterback like Richardson for an extra year on a fifth-year option if things work out. All of those factors could net the Colts a nice return of picks, which they could use after trading away two first-rounders for Sauce Gardner last year.
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This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Indianapolis Colts 2026 NFL Draft: Picks, biggest needs, best fit and trade predictions
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Indianapolis lost Kwity Paye, who was the team's second-best edge rusher, in free agency. Laiatu Latu is the only Colts' edge rusher opposing teams have to gameplan for. Wide receiver is also a notable need after the club traded Michael Pittman Jr. to Pittsburgh.
MORE: Biggest need for every team entering 2026 NFL Draft
Here's everything you need to know about the Indianapolis Colts for this year's draft, including a round-by-round look at picks and a potential trade candidate already on the roster.
Indianapolis Colts NFL Draft best prospect fit: LB Jake Golday, Cincinnati
Per USA TODAY's Ayrton Ostly:
The Colts spent in free agency to stock up in the secondary and the defensive line but the linebacking corps is lagging behind. Golday brings prototypical size to the position with great athleticism and fluidity to improve as a coverage guy. His hand strength makes him a solid run defender and help the Colts' defense in both phases.
MORE: Finding the perfect prospect for every team
Indianapolis Colts NFL Draft trade candidate: QB Anthony Richardson
Per USA TODAY's Jack McKessy:
The writing is on the wall for Richardson's time in Indianapolis. After Daniel Jones' extension, it's just a matter of time before the young gunslinger ends up somewhere else. The good news for the Colts is Richardson is a very enticing prospect with an intriguing skill set mix of cannon arm and excellent running ability. He's also a former first-round pick, allowing prospective trade partners to have a young project quarterback like Richardson for an extra year on a fifth-year option if things work out. All of those factors could net the Colts a nice return of picks, which they could use after trading away two first-rounders for Sauce Gardner last year.
MORE: One player for all 32 teams who could be traded during the NFL draft
Indianapolis Colts NFL Draft Picks by round
Round 1
- None
Round 2
- No. 47 (2.15)
Round 3
- No. 78 (3.14)
Round 4
- No. 113 (4.13)
Round 5
- No. 156 (5.16)
Round 6
- No. 214 (6.33) from Steelers; Compensatory pick
Round 7
- No. 249 (7.33) Compensatory pick
- No. 254 (7.38) Compensatory pick
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Indianapolis Colts 2026 NFL Draft: Picks, biggest needs, best fit and trade predictions
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