Colts' Pass Rush: Can New Signings Deliver?

0:00It's April 27th. This is NFL News Today, AI-powered stories from around the league. I'm Cory with the story. The Indianapolis Colts wrapped up the 2026 NFL Draft, but one big question lingers have they done enough to fix their pass rush. They lost key vets like Quitte Pay, Samson Ebucom, and Taekwam Lewis to free agency, leaving holes opposite star, Liatu Latu. General manager Chris Ballard got busy, signing Arden Key and Michael Clemens, then grabbing edge rushers George Gums Jr. in the 5th round, and Caden Curry in the 6th. Last season, the Colts ranked 30th in ESPN's pass rush win rate, so consistency is the name of the game now. ESPN's Stephen Holder points out the pressure on 2nd year guy, Jaylon Tuomolo, to step up as a starter next to Liatu. Caden's an analyst wonder if these moves bring enough heat, especially with depth pieces like Clemens, Gums, and Curry in the mix.

1:00Looking ahead, the team might eye vets from Post Draft cuts, but with 6 defensive ends already, Liatu, Key, Tuomolo, and the rest roster spots are. Tight No room for 7 without tough choices. Bottom line, the Colts will lean on this group to deliver the edge they crave, proving if Ballard's off-season blueprint holds up, come training camp.