Colts Consider Trading E.J. Franklin to Free Cap Space

0:00On March 6th, the Indianapolis Colts are sitting about $4 million over the salary cap right now, mainly because of quarterback Daniel. Jones' transition tag worth $37.8, $33 million. They have to get under that cap by Wednesday when the new league year starts. One quick fix could be trading linebacker EJ Franklin, a team captain whose contract would free up $5.75 million and put them right in the clear. General manager Chris Valert stayed non-committal on keeping Franklin when asked at the scouting combine, especially after stressing the need for A. Younger and faster front 7 this off season. Franklin joined the Colts as a 7th round pick in 2018 and became a starter in 2021. He led the league in tackles back in 2024 with 173, including 11 for loss and 3.5 sacks. Last season he dropped to 125 tackles and the defense had real trouble covering tight ends, so changes seem likely as the Colts.

1:02Re-shape their roster ahead of free agency.