Colts Snag Linebacker, Edge Rusher in Mid-Rounds

0:00On April 7th, in Nick Baumgartner's three-round mockdraft for the 2026 NFL Draft, the Indian apolis Colts target two big needs with Smart, picks in rounds two and three. They grab Anthony Hill Jr., a versatile linebacker from Texas at Pick 47. Then at 78, they add LT Overton, a massive edge rusher from Alabama. He'll bring serious experience with almost 2,000 defensive snaps over three years, including 60 quarterback pressures and 200, 27 tackles. He's solid and coverage too, holding receivers to 8.3 yards per catch while snagging three picks. Overton checks in at 6 foot 5, 278 pounds, with 24 pressures and 5 sacs last season, plus strong run defense. Gretys. Analyst Seahill as a day one starter, who fits perfectly in Lou and Arumot's flexible scheme, ready to handle multiple roles right away. It's a home run for the linebacker spot without needing a first-rounder.

1:01Overton ramps up competition on the edge, alongside Laetu Latu, adding power and depth, though he might not fully fix their pass rush woes on his own. These picks show how the Colts could rebuild their defense steadily, turning mid-round value into immediate impact.