The quarterback situation in Indianapolis has been a colossal mess since Andrew Luck’s shock retirement just before the 2019 season. General manager Chris Ballard has tried everything, from bringing in experienced veterans to drafting their intended franchise quarterback in Anthony Richardson Sr.

Given Richardson's injury history plus general concerns about his development stagnating because of the turbulent start to his NFL career, Indianapolis signed former New York Giants first-round pick Daniel Jones to a one-year, $14 million contract to push Richardson and compete for the starting quarterback job.

A lot has to be determined as the 2025 progresses, but here's where the wind is blowing for the Indianapolis Colts in the 2026 NFL Draft.

Tight end is one of the slowest-developing positions in the NFL. Rookies have to master route trees, complex blocking schemes and pre-snap adjustments — often taking years to truly excel. Warren’s first performance doesn’t guarantee he’s an outlier, but it does suggest he’s already handling the learning curve faster than most.

Colts offensive tackle Blake Freeland suffers fractured leg in preseason game against Packers. Multiple other Colts players also got injured.

Leo, who played his collegiate football at Wagner, was originally selected by the Indianapolis Colts in the sixth round of the 2023 NFL Draft. He was placed on injured reserve during his rookie campaign and never actually played a game for the Colts before the Patriots claimed him off their practice squad in November 2024.

A former Wisconsin Badgers defensive back impressed in his professional debut in the NFL for the Indianapolis Colts. Hunter Wohler, a former captain and standout defender for Wisconsin, was drafted in the seventh-round of the NFL draft this year by the Colts in a move that surprised many.

Former Wisconsin safety Hunter Wohler led the Indianapolis Colts with nine tackles in their preseason loss to the Baltimore Ravens. Wohler's strong performance follows two interceptions in joint practices against the Ravens, including one against Lamar Jackson.

Indianapolis Colts coach Shane Steichen said rookie tight end Tyler Warren reminds him in some ways of Chargers legend Antonio Gates.

Aug 11, 2024; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indianapolis Colts cornerback Micah Abraham (33) evades tackle by Denver Broncos tight end Nate Adkins (45) during the second half at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Marc Lebryk-Imagn Images / Marc Lebryk-Imagn Images