The Colts traded down six spots in the 2026 NFL Draft with the Steelers, moving from the 47th to the 53rd pick. In the trade, they acquired a fourth-round pick and additional selections.
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Colts traded down six spots in the 2026 NFL Draft
Moved from 47th overall pick to 53rd
Acquired a fourth-round pick and a seventh-round pick
Chris Ballard is the Colts' general manager
Colts now have eight total draft picks
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Colts trade down in 2026 NFL draft with Steelers, adding 4th round pick
INDIANAPOLIS -- With the start of the second round trending well with only a handful of edge rushers and linebackers snatched up in the first 14 picks, the Colts have opted to drop back six spots, falling from the 47th overall pick to No. 53, while picking up draft capital in the process.
Indianapolis general manager Chris Ballard made a trade with the Pittsburgh Steelers an hour into Friday's second round of the NFL Draft. In exchange for the 47th pick and a late-seventh rounder (No. 249), the Colts grabbed picks Nos. 53, 135 (fourth round) and 237 (seventh round).
Having traded away their first-rounder for All-Pro cornerback Sauce Gardner at the trade deadline last season, the Colts entered the Draft with seven picks -- one each in the second through sixth rounds as well as a pair in the seventh. Indianapolis now owns eight picks: Nos. 53, 78, 113, 135, 156, 214, 237 and 254
With the 47th pick, the Steelers selected Alabama wide receiver Germie Bernard.
What did the Colts receive in the trade with the Steelers?
The Colts received the 53rd overall pick, a fourth-round pick (135), and a seventh-round pick (237) in exchange for their 47th pick and a late-seventh rounder.
Why did the Colts trade down in the NFL Draft?
The Colts traded down to gain additional draft capital while still having the opportunity to select a player in the second round.
How many total picks do the Colts have after the trade?
After the trade, the Colts now have eight picks in the 2026 NFL Draft.
Who is the general manager of the Colts who made the trade?
Chris Ballard is the general manager of the Colts who facilitated the trade with the Steelers.
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