The Indianapolis Colts are preparing for the upcoming NFL free agency period, which unofficially opens at noon on Monday, March 9. As teams across the league assess their needs before contracts can be signed after 4 p.m. Wednesday, the Colts are reviewing potential draft prospects who could fill key positions in April’s NFL Draft.
This period is significant because team rosters may change quickly as unrestricted free agents negotiate with new teams or re-sign with their current ones. By Friday, most players in this year’s free agent class are expected to have made decisions about their futures.
With team needs still somewhat unclear before free agency begins, several experts have offered predictions for the Colts’ selections in various mock drafts. Dane Brugler from The Athletic projects Cincinnati linebacker Jake Golday as a possible pick at No. 47 overall. Brent Sobleski of Bleacher Report suggests Georgia State wide receiver Ted Hurst and UCF defensive end Malachi Lawrence for picks No. 47 and No. 78, respectively.
Other analysts have highlighted different prospects: Jordan Reid from ESPN points to Illinois defensive end Gabe Jacas at No. 47, while Vinnie Iyer of The Sporting News lists Alabama defensive end LT Overton as a candidate for the same spot. Dalton Wasserman from Pro Football Focus includes Missouri linebacker Josiah Trotter and Iowa State defensive lineman Domonique Orange among his recommendations.
As the start of the new league year approaches and roster changes take shape through free agency, these mock drafts provide insight into how the Colts might address remaining gaps when they go on the clock in April.
