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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 / Stampede Blue / April 23

Colts plan to draft best player available, rather than chase areas of need

“I do know this though, you can’t chase,” Ballard told reporters. “When you end up chasing a need or something that is, that’s when you make mistakes. So, we will let the board play out the way the board should play out.

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.

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The 'First running backs taken in every NFL draft since 2000' quiz

How many of the first running backs selected in the NFL Draft since the year 2000 can you name in five minutes?

The 'NFL QBs drafted in the first round since 2000' quiz

The 'Most rushing yards in an NFL season since 2000' quiz

The 'NFL MVPs' quiz

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.

NFL News / Yardbarker

Ranking all 32 of the NFL's 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

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.

NFL Draft News

Steelers take big gamble by not addressing QB with top pick

Broncos bolster secondary by selecting Jahdae Barron at No. 20

Seahawks get protection for Sam Darnold with No. 18 overall pick

Bengals add to defense by taking Shemar Stewart at No. 17

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 / Pro Football Talk / April 22

Colts G.M. Chris Ballard looking for "hard to find" three-down tight end

The Colts don't know who will be starting at quarterback when they hit the field in September, but they know they'd like to have a dynamic tight end helping Anthony Richardson or Daniel Jones succeed in the passing game.

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 / Indianapolis Colts on SI / April 18

Colts Pass on Talented Tight End in Expert Mock Draft

The Indianapolis Colts are under a week away from having their name on the clock in the 2025 NFL draft. Indianapolis has been linked with a wide range of prospects, including tight ends, linebackers, offensive linemen, and pass rushers.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / April 18

Should Ballard, Steichen's Job Status Affect the Way Colts Draft?

The Indianapolis Colts haven't made the playoffs in four years. Their moves to add quarterbacks Carson Wentz in 2021 and Matt Ryan in 2022 did not achieve what the team had hoped, which ultimately helped cost former head coach Frank Reich his job.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / April 18

Colts Projected to Fill Three Biggest Needs Consecutively

Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard has always preached that you can't reach for players in the NFL Draft just to fill needs. By doing that, you bypass the longevity of the roster to fulfill short-term goals, leaving talent on the board.

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.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / April 15

Colts Dubbed a Trade Fit for Elite NFC Cornerback

The Indianapolis Colts are under 10 days away from being on the clock in the 2025 edition of the NFL draft. The Colts had a busy start to free agency, especially on the defensive side of the ball.

Indianapolis Colts News / Athlon Sports / April 1

ESPN Identifies Perfect Draft Pick for Colts in 2025

The Indianapolis Colts currently hold the 14th pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. General Manager Chris Ballard will have his choice of plenty talented players coming out of college.

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.

Indianapolis Colts News / Pro Football Rumors / February 26