Indianapolis Colts

2026 Draft Playbook|Pick #48|6 total picks

Overall

Offense

C-

Defense

The Indianapolis Colts enter the 2026 NFL Draft with an overall roster grade of D. Their biggest needs are at QB, CB. Selecting at #48 in the first round, the team is well-positioned to address these gaps, with several quality options available.

Address QB earlyStrategy: Prioritize QB - consider trade up

Position Needs

EDGE

Pick Recommendations

Round 2Pick #48

Primary Target

Chase Bisontis

Texas A&M

IOL63F&D

BPA - best available player (IOL)

Strategy: Balance need and value

Round 3Pick #80

Recommendations pending draft board finalization.

Strategy: Consider trade down

Cap Situation

Cap Health

Available Cap

$0.0M

Flexibility

MEDIUM

Moderate cap space. Can address 1-2 needs in FA, draft should target remaining gaps. Value picks important in middle rounds.

Trade Outlook

Monitor board development

Draft Day Strategy

### Draft Day Strategy **Approach:** Prioritize QB - consider trade up Picking late in round one, Indianapolis Colts benefit from seeing how the board falls. Best available player makes sense here. **Trade Outlook:** Monitor board development

Last updated: March 27, 2026