The Colts have a big need at tight end but the good news is that there are several high-impact options in this year’s draft class.

For the Colts' initial draft outlook, many have predicted Indianapolis look at other spots on the roster. Tight end has been a popular pick, cornerback or safety has been in play, and even adding another receiver in the mix has been a popular option.

The Indianapolis Colts need to nail the 2025 NFL Draft if they want to close the gap on the Houston Texans in the AFC South.

Last season, the four tight ends on the Colts’ 53-man roster combined for 467 receiving yards. Compared to the rest of the NFL, there were 25 individual tight ends who had more receiving yards than the Colts entire unit did.

The NFL draft is where Ballard typically emphasizes trying to find talent to build within the organization's walls, and NFL.com draft analyst Chad Reuter thinks the Colts need secondary help in the form of Texas' dynamic cornerback Jahdae Barron at number 14 overall.