Every Colts' 2026 NFL draft pick plus biggest positions of need

As of now, that WR3 role on the depth chart behind Pierce and Josh Downs is up for grabs. Westbrook-Ikhine and Ashton Dulin are the likely frontrunners competing for that playing time. But another addition at this position to boost competition and hopefully raise the floor of this unit should still be on Ballard's radar.

Colts' position of need: Defensive end

• Laiatu Latu
• JT Tuimoloau
• Arden Key
• Micheal Clemons
• Durell Nchami
• Villiami Fehoko Jr.

Ideally, the Colts would still be able to find that more high-impact presence to pair with Laiatu Latu, but admittedly, that may be difficult to accomplish without a first-round pick. So adding as much competition as possible for meaningful playing time around Arden Key, Micheal Clemons, and JT Tuimoloau may have to play a key role in elevating the play this season around Latu.

Colts' position of need: Linebacker

• Akeem Davis-Gaither
• Jaylon Carlies
• Austin Ajiake
• Devin Versuk
• Joseph Vaughn
• John Bullock

Even with the addition of Davis-Gaither, this is a position group very, very short on experience. Depth is needed, and more competition for playing time is needed. You name it, the Colts need it at linebacker. This is a position where Ballard should be double-dipping in the NFL draft.

This article originally appeared on Colts Wire: 2026 NFL draft: List of Colts' selections and top 3 positions of need