Jaden Dugger: Colts' NFL Draft Target for Linebacker Depth

0:00On April 15, Louisiana linebacker Jaden Dugger is turning heads for the 2026 NFL draft, especially with the Indianapolis Colt who need. Minebacker Depth, he's already met with them in a few other teams, though it's not clear if it was in person or virtual. At 6 foot 2 and 230 pounds, this dude's got the bill to step right in. Dugger's logged over 2,000 career snaps, spending his last two seasons at Louisiana after starting as a safety at FCS Georgetown. He ramped up big time in 2025, seeing way more action than the year before. His stats pop, 12 quarterback pressures, 4 sacks as a blitzer, and in coverage he limited catches to 9 yards per reception with 1 pick and 1 pass break-up. Add 125 tackles and he's a tackling machine. Plus, he's no stranger to special teams with 368 snaps across 4 phases over 4 years. The Colt's grab became Davis Gather in free agency, but their linebacker room still lacks

1:01experience in real competition. They're banking on young guys, but the risks are high without more depth. Dugger could be that answer, bringing versatility and hustle to Indy right away, keeping their defense fresh for the long haul.