Colts' Round 2 Draft Pick: Linebacker or WR?

0:00On April 23, day one of the 2026 NFL draft is underway, and with the Indianapolis Colts missing their first round pick, all eyes are on. Their round two selection. Draft experts dropped their final mock predictions just before the Las Vegas Raiders hit the clock Thursday night. General manager Chris Ballard made moves in free agency, but the team still needs help on defense and maybe offense. Experts mostly see the Colts targeting linebackers to shore up that second level. ESPN's Jordan Reed and Fox Sports Rob Ring both have them grabbing Jacob Rodriguez from Texas Tech, praising his seven forced fumbles and four picks. Last season, plus elite run defense grades from PFF. A couple picks shake it up though. Ates as these sports as Travis May, projects wide receiver Chris Brazil from Tennessee, who broke out with over 1,000 yards and nine touchdowns on deep. Balls. The Colts even hosted him for a visit. Sporting news, Vinnie Eyre goes corner back, Keith Avney the second from Arizona State

1:02to pair with their secondary. Sports illustrated Justin Mello and the Athletics Dane Brugler. Stick to linebackers too, with Anthony Hill Jr. from Texas for his athleticism, and Jake Golday from Cincinnati as a top blitzer and runstopper. These picks highlight Ballard's love for versatile, productive defenders who can start early. As the draft unfolds, expect the run on linebackers in round two, and the Colts can make a splash with their first choice. Keep it locked for how Ballard plays his hand.