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SEC tight end with impressive speed has Colts' interest
TL;DR
The Indianapolis Colts are evaluating tight end Seydou Traore from Mississippi State ahead of the 2026 NFL draft. Traore had an official pre-draft visit with the team as they assess their options at the position.
Key points
- Colts are assessing tight end prospects for the 2026 NFL draft
- Seydou Traore had an official visit with the Colts
- Teams can meet with up to 30 draft prospects before the draft
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The Indianapolis Colts are doing their homework on the tight end position ahead of the 2026 NFL draft.
According to Essentially Sports' draft analyst Tony Pauline, Mississippi State tight end Seydou Traore had an official pre-draft visit with the Colts.
During the pre-draft process, each NFL team can have up to 30 draft prospects take an official visit. These visits can be with first-round prospects all the way to UDFAs.
Let's take a closer look at what Traore could bring to the Colts.
Colts 2026 NFL draft prospect to watch: TE Seydou Traore
Traore has been a big factor in the passing game over the last three seasons, totaling 164 targets during that span. He's been reliable as well, catching 72% of those passes, while averaging 11.2 yards per catch with 10 touchdowns -- five of which came this season.
This past season, a career-high 50.1% of Traore's snaps came as a blocker. For what it's worth, by PFF's metrics, he did not grade out well as a run-blocker.
Pro Football Network is projecting that Traore is taken in the sixth round.
Seydou Traore's athletic profile
What is the Colts' need at tight end?
Another addition doesn't have to be made here, but adding some competition for that fourth tight end spot on the roster wouldn't be a bad idea. Also, the draft is about planning ahead, and Alie-Cox, Ogletree, and Mallory are all free agents in 2027.
This article originally appeared on Colts Wire: 2026 NFL draft: Colts host TE Seydou Traore on visit
Q&A
What are the Colts' plans for the tight end position in the 2026 NFL draft?
The Colts are actively researching and evaluating tight end prospects, including Seydou Traore from Mississippi State.
Who is Seydou Traore and why is he being considered by the Colts?
Seydou Traore is a tight end from Mississippi State known for his impressive speed, and he recently had an official visit with the Colts.
How many draft prospects can NFL teams meet with before the draft?
NFL teams can have up to 30 draft prospects take an official visit during the pre-draft process.
