The 2026 NFL Draft is approaching, with the Indianapolis Colts facing significant changes, particularly on defense. The team lacks a first-round pick, making the draft a key event for their future.
Key points
2026 NFL Draft date not specified
Colts lack a first-round pick
Focus on defensive changes
Kenny Moore II trade rumors ongoing
Mock draft highlights defensive needs
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When is 2026 NFL Draft? Colts mock draft, NFL schedule release update, Kenny Moore, kicker battle
The Indianapolis Colts continue to see change this NFL offseason − particularly on defense − which makes the 2026 NFL Draft an intriguing event full of cinematic drama for a team without a first-round pick.
Colts NFL mock draft: Who will Colts pick in second round of 2026 NFL Draft? What will Chris Ballard do?
Q&A
What date is the 2026 NFL Draft?
The exact date for the 2026 NFL Draft has not been specified yet.
Where will the 2026 NFL Draft be held?
The location for the 2026 NFL Draft has not been announced yet.
What are the latest updates on the Colts' mock draft for 2026?
The Colts' mock draft focuses on filling defensive gaps, but specific player selections are still speculative.
What is the status of Kenny Moore II's trade rumors?
Kenny Moore II is currently involved in trade rumors, but no official trade has been confirmed.
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The latest version of a Colts mock draft from Nathan Brown has Colts GM Chris Ballard wheeling and dealing in an attempt to secure another second-round pick for the 2026 NFL Draft, which means trading back from No. 47. But who are the two coveted prospects that Brown has in mind?
Tight end Tyler Warren of Penn State was selected 14th overall in the 2025 NFL draft.
Defensive end Laiatu Latu of UCLA was selected 15th overall in the 2024 NFL draft.
Quarterback Anthony Richardson of Florida was selected fourth overall in the 2023 NFL draft.
Defensive end Kwity Paye of Michigan was selected 21st overall in the 2022 NFL draft.
Wide receiver Phillip Dorsett of Miami was selected 29th overall in the 2015 NFL draft.
Defensive end Bjoern Werner of Florida State was selected 24th overall in the 2013 NFL draft.
Offensive tackle Anthony Castonzo of Boston College was selected 22nd overall in the 2011 NFL draft.
Running back Donald Brown of Connecticut was selected 27th overall in the 2009 NFL draft.
Wide receiver Anthony Gonzalez of Ohio State was selected 32nd overall in the 2007 NFL draft.
Defensive end Dwight Freeney of Syracuse was selected 11th overall in the 2002 NFL draft.
Wide receiver Reggie Wayne of Miami was selected 30th overall in the 2001 NFL draft.
Quarterback Peyton Manning of Tennessee was selected first overall in the 1998 NFL draft.
Offensive tackle Tarik Glenn of California was selected 19th overall in the 1997 NFL draft.
Wide receiver Marvin Harrison of Syracuse was selected 19th overall in the 1996 NFL draft.
Defensive tackle Ellis Johnson of Florida was selected 15th overall in the 1995 NFL draft.
Linebacker Trev Alberts of Nebraska was selected fifth overall in the 1994 NFL draft.
Wide receiver Sean Dawkins of California was selected 16th overall in the 1993 NFL draft.
Linebacker Quentin Coryatt of Texas A&M was selected second overall in the 1992 NFL draft.
Linebacker Cornelius Bennett of Alabama was selected second overall in the 1987 NFL draft.
Cornerback back Leonard Coleman of Vanderbilt was selected eighth overall in the 1984 NFL draft.
Guard Ron Solt (66) of Maryland was selected 19th overall in the 1984 NFL draft.
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The Colts have no 2026 first-round picks. Here's who Indianapolis drafted before
Tight end Tyler Warren of Penn State was selected 14th overall in the 2025 NFL draft.
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The Colts have no 2026 first-round picks. Here's who Indianapolis drafted before
Tight end Tyler Warren of Penn State was selected 14th overall in the 2025 NFL draft.
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The Colts have no 2026 first-round picks. Here's who Indianapolis drafted before
Defensive end Laiatu Latu of UCLA was selected 15th overall in the 2024 NFL draft.
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The Colts have no 2026 first-round picks. Here's who Indianapolis drafted before
Quarterback Anthony Richardson of Florida was selected fourth overall in the 2023 NFL draft.
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The Colts have no 2026 first-round picks. Here's who Indianapolis drafted before
Defensive end Kwity Paye of Michigan was selected 21st overall in the 2022 NFL draft.
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The Colts have no 2026 first-round picks. Here's who Indianapolis drafted before
Wide receiver Phillip Dorsett of Miami was selected 29th overall in the 2015 NFL draft.
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The Colts have no 2026 first-round picks. Here's who Indianapolis drafted before
Defensive end Bjoern Werner of Florida State was selected 24th overall in the 2013 NFL draft.
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The Colts have no 2026 first-round picks. Here's who Indianapolis drafted before
Offensive tackle Anthony Castonzo of Boston College was selected 22nd overall in the 2011 NFL draft.
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The Colts have no 2026 first-round picks. Here's who Indianapolis drafted before
Running back Donald Brown of Connecticut was selected 27th overall in the 2009 NFL draft.
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The Colts have no 2026 first-round picks. Here's who Indianapolis drafted before
Wide receiver Anthony Gonzalez of Ohio State was selected 32nd overall in the 2007 NFL draft.
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The Colts have no 2026 first-round picks. Here's who Indianapolis drafted before
Defensive end Dwight Freeney of Syracuse was selected 11th overall in the 2002 NFL draft.
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The Colts have no 2026 first-round picks. Here's who Indianapolis drafted before
Wide receiver Reggie Wayne of Miami was selected 30th overall in the 2001 NFL draft.
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The Colts have no 2026 first-round picks. Here's who Indianapolis drafted before
Quarterback Peyton Manning of Tennessee was selected first overall in the 1998 NFL draft.
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The Colts have no 2026 first-round picks. Here's who Indianapolis drafted before
Offensive tackle Tarik Glenn of California was selected 19th overall in the 1997 NFL draft.
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The Colts have no 2026 first-round picks. Here's who Indianapolis drafted before
Wide receiver Marvin Harrison of Syracuse was selected 19th overall in the 1996 NFL draft.
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The Colts have no 2026 first-round picks. Here's who Indianapolis drafted before
Defensive tackle Ellis Johnson of Florida was selected 15th overall in the 1995 NFL draft.
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The Colts have no 2026 first-round picks. Here's who Indianapolis drafted before
Linebacker Trev Alberts of Nebraska was selected fifth overall in the 1994 NFL draft.
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The Colts have no 2026 first-round picks. Here's who Indianapolis drafted before
Wide receiver Sean Dawkins of California was selected 16th overall in the 1993 NFL draft.
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The Colts have no 2026 first-round picks. Here's who Indianapolis drafted before
Linebacker Quentin Coryatt of Texas A&M was selected second overall in the 1992 NFL draft.
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The Colts have no 2026 first-round picks. Here's who Indianapolis drafted before
Linebacker Cornelius Bennett of Alabama was selected second overall in the 1987 NFL draft.
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The Colts have no 2026 first-round picks. Here's who Indianapolis drafted before
Cornerback back Leonard Coleman of Vanderbilt was selected eighth overall in the 1984 NFL draft.
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The Colts have no 2026 first-round picks. Here's who Indianapolis drafted before
Guard Ron Solt (66) of Maryland was selected 19th overall in the 1984 NFL draft.
Kenny Moore trade: Will Colts trade Kenny Moore II? What would impact of Colts Kenny Moore trade be?
The Colts and Kenny Moore II mutually agreed to seek a trade for the 9-year veteran cornerback, as the team's focus is on getting younger defensively. Should a trade partner emerge for Moore, the Colts could potentially save more than $7 million in cap space, and face a little over $6 million in dead cap. Ultimately, Moore would be the sixth lost starter of the Colts 2025 season if a trade were to be completed.
Colts free agency signings: Did the Colts sign former Chargers S Nasir Adderley?
The Colts' most recent free-agent signing was former Chargers safety Nasir Adderley, despite the player's choice to walk away from the NFL in 2022 to focus on his health.
Colts kicker battle: Blake Grupe or Spencer Shrader?
The Colts kicker for 2026 remains a mystery, mostly due to talent at the position. Blake Grupe and Spencer Shrader both return to the Colts after injuries affected both kickers' seasons last year.
How does Colts general manager Chris Ballard feel: "I think we’ve got two of the best 32.”
Colts schedule 2026: What NFL teams do Indianapolis Colts play this year?
NFL schedule 2026: When is NFL schedule release date?
The NFL has yet to confirm a date for the 2026 NFL schedule release. However, ESPN NFL reporter Adam Schefter recently speculated the new NFL schedule could arrive between Tuesday, May 12 and Thursday, May 14.
Chris Sims is a trending reporter at Midwest Connect Gannett. Follow him on Twitter: @ChrisFSims.