Colts Snag Allen, Boost Defense

0:00On April 25, Indianapolis Colts just snagged the gym in the 2026 NFL draft, trading back from Pick 47 to 53 in the. Second round to grab Georgia Linebacker CJ Allen, a 2025 consensus all-American. At just 21 years old, this dude's the exact youth and speed boost GM Chris Ballard preached about at the combine to revamp their defense. They flipped that original spot to the Pittsburgh Steelers for a fourth round pick and a bump up in the seventh, still landing their top target. Without missing a beat, smart move by Indy, turning patients into extra draft capital while scooping a player they eyed right from the jump. Fans and scouts are buzzing because Alan Lid, Georgia's stout defense with 88 tackles last year and he blazed the 4.4740. At his pro day, he's got that old school physicality downhill. Chases play sideline to sideline, slotting right in as they're starting Mike Linebacker as a rookie.

1:01The only knock is his coverage has impop yet, but his upside as a tone setter is massive. Some projected him first round, making this a steal at 53 without a day one pick, Colts nailed their big swing here. Bottom line, this sets Indy up for defensive dominance long term and Alan's poised to be a fan fave in the circle city for years.