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. Though Hill Jr. is a top LB prospect, he still needs work, which could see him fall to the second round.
Joshua Josephs – EDGE – Tennessee
A lengthy framed menace on the edge, Joshua Josephs has the means of confusing even the best linemen. With more weight and development, Josephs has the potential to become a serious threat.
The Colts need an explosive edge player that comes off the bench. Josephs can be just that for this team that lacks a deep front four. The standout Volunteer currently projects to be a late 3rd round selection.
Skyler Bell – WR – UConn
Skyler Bell is the type of wide receiver the Colts are known for drafting. A solid, quick, mid-round receiver that plays similar to Michael Gallup.
Although the Colts may have to trade-up to have access to Bell, a prospect consistently mocked as a third-round selection, he would be well-worth the investment. Especially in a wide receiver room that lacks talent around Alec Pierce.
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