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Projected 2026 salary cap hits for Colts' draft class
TL;DR
The projected salary cap hits for the Indianapolis Colts' eight draft picks in the 2026 NFL season have been outlined. These projections are based on the players' draft positions and previous year's contracts.
Key points
- Projected salary cap hits for Colts' 2026 draft picks outlined
- Rookie contract details vary by draft position and previous contracts
- Over the Cap provides salary cap projections for all draft picks
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What are the projected salary cap hits for the Indianapolis Colts' eight draft picks during the 2026 NFL season?
From one year to the next, rookie contract details can vary, specifically, how much of the contract is guaranteed or what the signing bonus looks like. But generally speaking, based on the round the player was taken and the specific selection, you can have a good idea of what the rookie deal will look like, with the previous year's draft guiding that projection.
So, with that, Over the Cap has projected the 2026 salary cap hit for all 257 draft picks.
Projected salary cap hits for Colts 2026 draft class
- Pick 53: LB CJ Allen - $1.673M
- Pick 78: S AJ Haulcy - $1.294M
- Pick 113: OL Jalen Farmer - $1.187M
- Pick 135: LB Bryce Boettcher - $1.085M
- Pick 156: DE George Gumbs - $1.012M
- Pick 214: DE Caden Curry - $937,543
- Pick 237: RB Seth McGowan - $919,320
- Pick 254: WR Deion Burks - $915,650
In total, the Colts' 2026 draft class will count $9.027 million against the 2026 salary cap. However, that full amount won't be reflected in the Colts' available salary cap space. Here's why.
How much 2026 salary cap space do Colts have?
The Colts are positioned well salary-cap-wise. Not including any of these rookie signings, since none are official, the Colts have $26.627 million in available cap space. This is the 11th-most in the NFL.
This article originally appeared on Colts Wire:
Q&A
What are the salary cap hits for the Colts' 2026 draft picks?
The projected salary cap hits for the Colts' eight draft picks in 2026 vary based on their draft positions.
How are rookie contract details determined for NFL draft picks?
Rookie contract details are influenced by factors such as draft round, selection, guaranteed amounts, and signing bonuses.
Where can I find projections for NFL draft class salary cap hits?
Projections for NFL draft class salary cap hits can be found on websites like Over the Cap.
