Colts draft pick profiles: Everything to know about RB Seth McGowan

With the 237th overall pick in the 2026 NFL draft, the Indianapolis Colts selected Kentucky running back Seth McGowan.

Here is a full breakdown of that selection with everything you need to know.

Profile

• Height: 6-00
• Weight: 223
• Age: 24

Seth McGowan's Kentucky bio

Quick breakdown

McGowan rushed for 730 yards in 2024 while at New Mexico and then totaled 824 yards in the SEC with Kentucky this past season, according to PFF. He has 64 targets in the passing game between those two seasons, but he will have to improve in pass protection.

One stat to know

For his career, McGowan averaged 3.22 yards after contact, highlighting his ability to stay on his feet and pick up extra yards. In 2025, he ranked 42nd among running backs, generating 35 missed tackles. McGowan did that on 166 carries as well. A number of the players in front of him had over 200 carries.

Seth McGowan's athletic profile

Scouting reports on Seth McGowan

"McGowan is a good-sized, coordinated athlete with adequate vision and run strength, although his lack of explosive traits and inconsistent third-down value will make it an uphill climb to prove his worth on an NFL roster." - Dane Brugler, The Athletic

"McGowan is quick to process and has enough wiggle to create when needed. However, his lack of explosive carries and fumble totals are concerning. McGowan is effective in short-yardage situations and flashes the skill to handle backup carries, but his age and lack of third-down value could work against him on draft day." -