Colts Analyst Names Potential Cut: Zaire Franklin

0:00On March 2nd, an NFL analyst from Pro Football Focus named a potential cut candidate for every team heading into the offseason. For the Indianapolis Colts, he pointed to linebackers Zaire Franklin as a possible release. Franklin posted his worst career grade last season at 38.4, ranking him 87th out of 88 linebackers league wide. Still, he earned a pro bowl nod in 2024 and has stayed healthy over the years, shining against the run and as a blitzer near the line. The Colts see a knee for better coverage skills at linebacker. General manager Chris Ballard has talked about building a younger, faster defense, especially upfront, and he holds Franklin in high regard after a solid year alongside new addition, Jalen Pratt, releasing Franklin would free up $5.75 million in salary cap space. Why to receive a Michael Pittman stands out even more as a cap casualty, potentially saving the team $24 million. As the Colts reshape their roster, decisions like these could reshape their defense and give

1:03them room to add fresh talent this spring.