Colts select Ohio State Defensive End, Caden Curry with 214th pick in 2026 NFL Draft

TL;DR

The Indianapolis Colts selected Ohio State defensive end Caden Curry with the 214th pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. Curry, a Greenwood native, is expected to enhance the Colts' defensive lineup alongside other key players.

Key points

Colts selected Caden Curry with the 214th pick
Curry is a defensive end from Ohio State
He is a native of Greenwood
Curry will join players like Laiatu Latu and J.T. Tuimoloau
The Colts have multiple picks to fill roster needs

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NFL Network host Kimmi Chex gives Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor a draft do-over during the second round of the 2025 NFL Draft on Friday, April 25, 2025, at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Taylor was drafted in 2020 when the draft was held virtually due to COVID. Tork Mason/USA TODAY NETWORK-Wisconsin | Tork Mason / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images With the 214th pick the Indianapolis Colts have selected Ohio State, Defensive End, Caden Curry. A Greenwood native, Curry will slide right into a Colts team that already features Laiatu Latu, J.T. Tuimoloau and George Gumbs Jr.. Latu and Tuimoloau are set to play major roles at EDGE in 2026. Chris Ballard talked about wanting to add “juice” to the position on day three of the draft at yesterday. Well see what the future holds for Curry and Gumbs with the team in 2026 and beyond. Here is what Lance Zurlein said about about Curry leading up to the draft:

The tape doesn’t quite match the production, but with only one season as a starter, Curry’s play should continue to improve. He has good size and can play edge in even or odd fronts. He uses lower-body power to help access the pocket but his rush lacks explosiveness and a healthy set of go-to moves to open the protection up. He can rush from the interior, allowing teams to get more speed on the field. He’s built to hold up at the point but would benefit from an uptick in aggression to better command both his positioning and the block. Curry is athletic dropping into space and fits the mold of a stand-up edge with special-teams value. With another pick in the books the Colts will be on the clock again soon. With as many holes as they have to fill, it’s good that this was one of six day three selections the team will make today. Make sure to stay tuned to Stampede Blue for draft pick announcements and analysis as picks keep pouring in.

Q&A

Who is Caden Curry and what position does he play?

Caden Curry is a defensive end from Ohio State, recently drafted by the Indianapolis Colts.

What impact will Caden Curry have on the Colts' defense in 2026?

Caden Curry is expected to add depth and athleticism to the Colts' defensive line, complementing existing players like Laiatu Latu and J.T. Tuimoloau.

What were the Colts' needs during the 2026 NFL Draft?

The Colts aimed to fill multiple roster gaps, focusing on enhancing their defensive line and overall team strength.