Colts' Draft Strategy: Trading Up in 2026

0:00On April 6th, the Indianapolis Colts are eyeing a move up in the second round of the 2026 NFL draft, and fans are buzzing about the price. Tag. Without a first round pick this year, their top selection sits at number 47 overall, part of just seven total picks. General manager Chris Ballard might have to get creative with trades to snag a higher spot early in round two. Earlier this week, chatter heated up around Ballard's hints at trading back in the current draft, which could stock pile assets for future deals. That strategy makes sense with only two picks in the top 100 right now, keeping options open for a big swing next year. Colts faithful are split sum. Love the patience, others crave a media talent to boost the roster. Trading up could target premium positions like edge rusher or cornerback, where a second round value hits hard in a deep class. Coming to the rich hill trade value chart, jumping to pick 32 might cost picks 47 in 78, landing them a late rounder.

1:02In return, for 37, it's 47, 113 and 156. Even number 42 runs about 47 and 113, plus a pick 190 back. Bottom line, Ballard's playing chess here. Any move up in 2026 shapes the team's trajectory for years, so stay tuned as the draft math. Unfolds.