Colts Eye Offensive Line Upgrades at Combine

0:00On March 1st, the 2026 NFL Combine kicks off on-field drills for offensive linemen this Sunday and the Indianapolis Colts have real needs along their line. With Braden Smith hitting free agency and limited depth behind the starters, the team is eyeing upgrades to build experience instability up front. Recent moves show the Colts are aggressive on the line, like replacing Will Fry's and Ryan Kelly last offseason with younger players who stepped up, down the stretch. Still, Travis and others held their own, but backups lack seasoning, making depth the top priority for injuries or turnover. Fans and scouts agree this is crucial for a run heavy offense that relies on protection and push. Without solid reserves, small setbacks could derail the season. So the Combine is a key spot to spot versatile talent that fits Shane Steikens' scheme. Keep an eye on three standouts, Keelan Rutledge from Georgia Tech, a 6-foot-4, 330-pound interior lineman with over 3.

1:00Thousand snaps, mostly a right guard, where he's shown in past protection with no sacks allowed. Travis Burke from Memphis, at 6-foot-9, 315 pounds, brings nearly 3,000 snaps at tackle on both sides and top, run blocking grades. Very soon from Texas A&M, 6-foot-6, 319 pounds, mostly left tackle with some center reps, allowed just two sacks last year. These guys could provide the immediate depth the Colts crave, so their performance is this weekend, my signal draft targets, or free agent pursuits too. Show up the trenches for years ahead.