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Indianapolis Colts News / Last Word On Sports / April 28

The Colts Missed Out On a Key Position In the 2025 NFL Draft

The 2025 NFL Draft is over, and the Colts had another good selection of players. However, there was one crucial position that the Colts should have picked in the draft, but they went in a different direction.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / April 28

Chris Ballard Makes Statement on Colts' Linebacker Situation

The 2025 NFL draft came to a close on Saturday evening with the Indianapolis Colts drafting just one linebacker throughout the event. Hunter Wohler, the team's seventh-round draft pick out of Wisconsin, was announced as a linebacker despite playing safety throughout his collegiate career.

Indianapolis Colts News / Stampede Blue / April 28

Thoughts on the Colts’ 2025 Draft Class

On the aftermath on a pivotal draft for general manager Chris Ballard, let’s take a moment to analyze this class This has now turned into a series where right after the draft we take a moment to dissect the picks made and share the initial analysis.

Miami Hurricanes News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'No. 1 overall pick in the NFL Draft' quiz

How many of the No. 1 overall picks from the NFL Draft since 1966 can you name in six minutes?

The 'QB's taken in the 2024 NFL Draft' quiz

The 'Last QB taken in the first round of the NFL draft by team' quiz

The 'Most touchdown passes in an NFL season' quiz

Chris Ballard News / Last Word On Sports / April 28

Colts’ 2025 Draft Class Become Best of Chris Ballard Era

The Indianapolis Colts had an impressive 2025 NFL Draft. It was Chris Ballard‘s ninth as the general manager of the team. The Colts selected Penn State tight end Tyler Warren in the first round (14th overall pick).

NFL News / Yardbarker

Post draft, which NFL teams have the best current QB situations?

With an established top tier and some young options revealing themselves last season, here is a look at where clubs' QB depth charts stand. Contracts and long-term outlooks do not factor in here; these rankings apply only to 2025 on-field capabilities.

Insider shares big Brock Purdy update ahead of start of offseason program

Did latest development change Steelers' opinion of Aaron Rodgers?

Former GM, NFL insider warn Steelers about Rodgers after latest comments

Browns' Joe Flacco discusses when teams should play young quarterbacks

Three potential landing spots for Eagles TE Dallas Goedert

NFL News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / April 28

Colts' Ballard Has High Praise for New Cornerback

The Indianapolis Colts selected Minnesota cornerback Justin Walley with the 80th overall pick in the third round of the 2025 NFL draft. Walley, who was a four-year impact player at Minnesota, suffered an MCL injury and a broken wrist that he powered through during the scouting process.

NFL Draft News

Report details why Saints 'embraced' Shough before, during draft

Report details why Saints 'embraced' QB Tyler Shough before, during NFL Draft

NFL team executive expands on what Sanders did wrong before draft

NFL team executive expands on what Browns' Shedeur Sanders did wrong before draft

Which NFL rookies will be difference-makers next season?

Did Steelers come close to trading Pickens during NFL Draft?

Did Steelers come close to trading WR George Pickens during 2025 NFL Draft?

Chris Ballard News / Field Level Media / April 26

Grading the Colts' Draft

Grade: B+ Best Pick: RB DJ Giddens, No. 151 Overall What We Liked: The Chris Ballard strategy of taking exclusively pure athletes seems to have cooled off, as now Ballard is taking guys who also play good football.

NFL News / The 33rd Team / April 26

2025 NFL Draft: Ranking 9 Biggest Steals From This Year's Class

The 2025 NFL Draft has officially concluded, and it was as wild as we expected. There were several shocking picks in Round 1, and some really talented players fell to Friday and Saturday evening.

Indianapolis Colts News / Stampede Blue / April 25

Spirits are high for Colts Nation after the first night of the draft

Well, that went well. Fans of the Indianapolis Colts have an extra pep in their step today. Their favorite team just got better with a player who is being labeled as one of the draft night steals.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / April 25

Colts' Chris Ballard Describes Feeling Drafting Tyler Warren

From the moment the Indianapolis Colts' season ended in January, it was pretty obvious to see who one of their best fits in the draft would be. Penn State's Tyler Warren was actually still playing after the Colts' season concluded, as the tight end dominated his way into the College Football Playoffs.

NFL News / Stampede Blue / April 24

Colts GM Chris Ballard on drafting Tyler Warren: ‘The last time I felt that good about a pick was Quenton Nelson’

The Colts clearly got their guy with the 14th overall pick—who surprisingly slid, and the rest will be history! Longtime Indianapolis Colts general manager

Indianapolis Colts News / Total Apex Sports / April 24

Indianapolis Colts Select TE Tyler Warren With 14th Overall Pick

The Indianapolis Colts were determined to get the player they wanted with the 14th pick in the NFL Draft. Adding a player of this caliber will really help whoever the starting quarterback is.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / April 23

Colts Advised to Switch Spots with AFC Rival in Draft

The Indianapolis Colts are days away from being on the clock in the first round of the NFL draft -- or are they? Colts general manager Chris Ballard has a track record of trading down during the draft, a strategy that may return in 2025.

NFL News / NFL Analysis Network / April 23

Peter Schrager has Indianapolis Colts trading up for ‘playmaker’ in 2025 Mock Draft

We are on the doorstep of the 2025 NFL draft, and ESPN’s Peter Schrager has released his one and only mock draft for the year, with some interesting results. While many teams have been reported as looking to trade down in the NFL draft’s opening round, Schrager has the Indianapolis Colts looking to move up.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / April 22

Colts' Ballard Not Going to Shy Away From QB in Draft

The Indianapolis Colts are heading into the 2025 NFL draft with seven of their own picks, no more, no less. Barring any trades, the Colts will start their draft with the 14th overall pick on Thursday.

Indianapolis Colts News / Pro Football Rumors / April 22

Chris Ballard Addresses Colts’ TE Pursuit

Among the most common links between teams and positions in first-round mock drafts is the Colts being connected to a tight end. The position has been a sore spot for years in Indianapolis, a team which should be in position to select one of the top TE prospects in this year’s class.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / April 22

Colts' Chris Ballard Gives Info on Matt Gay Departure

The Indianapolis Colts had changes after signing cornerback Charvarius Ward and safety Camryn Bynum in the early stages of free agency. However, they also saw their roster morph after losing prominent names like center Ryan Kelly, guard Will Fries, defensive end Dayo Odeyingbo, and linebacker E.J.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / April 21

Colts' Chris Ballard Gets Real on This Year's NFL Draft

This year's NFL draft class has gotten it's fair share of differing reviews across the league. While in past drafts, many classes have been viewed with highly-touted, star-studded groups of incoming prospects to take on the next level, this year looks a bit different.

Indianapolis Colts News / Athlon Sports / April 21

Colts GM Chris Ballard Breaks Down QB Competition, Teases Draft Moves in Candid Presser

Indianapolis Colts General Manager Chris Ballard held a press conference early Monday morning. He addressed questions from media members on a wide range of subjects, including his thoughts on the depth at certain positions in the draft, his opinion on Anthony Richardson’s progress this offseason, and the potential for making a trade in the draft.

Indianapolis Colts News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 21

Chris Ballard’s take on Colts’ Anthony Richardson-Daniel Jones battle: ‘Both of them will help us’

The Indianapolis Colts will go into the offseason with the big question of who will be the starting quarterback between Anthony Richardson and Daniel Jones.

Chris Ballard News / Yardbarker / April 22

Colts GM hints team could make surprising QB decision during draft

Colts GM hints team could make surprising QB decision during NFL Draft

The club signed former New York Giants starter Daniel Jones to compete with 2023 first-round draft pick Anthony Richardson for the starting job this summer.

Are Broncos poised to make big move during 2025 NFL Draft?

Insiders address if Browns would make bold draft trade for QB

Steelers interested in trading back; latest on team’s QB draft approach

Patriots reporters make final picks for team's draft decision

Surprising Jalen Milroe take seems silly

NFL coach compares Tyler Shough to this 2024 MVP candidate

Indianapolis Colts News / Gridiron Heroics / April 18

Indianapolis Colts Predicted to Make Huge Trade for 19-Touchdown Weapon

Chris Ballard and the Indianapolis Colts are heading into a very important 2025 NFL Draft. After missing the playoffs once again during the 2024 season, the franchise has been very aggressive this offseason.

Indianapolis Colts News / Total Apex Sports / April 17

Jerry Harkins’ Colts 7 Round Mock Draft 1.0

The 2025 NFL draft is 7 days away, It will be held April 24-26 at Lambeau Field. The Indianapolis Colts have 7 picks beginning with No. 14 in round 1. I will be mocking the 7 picks the Colts have and making the picks based on team needs.

NFL News / Yardbarker / March 11

Will Anthony Richardson request trade after Colts' agreement with Daniel Jones?

Will Anthony Richardson welcome the QB competition or resent it?

Expected Colts QB signing runs counter to 2025 offseason objective

Insider reports Vikings left Daniel Jones with no choice but to sign with Colts

Vikings keep top RB off market with multiyear deal

The most memorable seasons by NFL backup quarterbacks

The 'Quarterbacks sacked most times in an NFL Wild Card game' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / March 4

Reporter thinks Colts will make huge Sam Darnold, Anthony Richardson decision in free agency

Not everybody is convinced the Colts will stick with Anthony Richardson roughly two years after they made him the fourth overall pick of the 2023 NFL Draft.

Insiders expand on Vikings' franchise-tag decision for QB Sam Darnold

Report names two likeliest landing spots for Vikings QB Sam Darnold

Justin Jefferson provides guarantee amid Vikings' uncertain QB situation

Replacing a franchise NFL QB is a monumentally difficult task

The 'Quarterbacks sacked most times in an NFL Wild Card game' quiz

Indianapolis Colts News / Last Word On Sports / March 2

How Chris Ballard Can Salvage His Future with the Colts

Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard will have a very tough 2025 season ahead of him as he tries to salvage his future in the league. Since coming to the Colts in 2018, Ballard’s resume has been less than stellar.