With draft week here, ESPN analyst Jordan Reid put together his final mock draft of the 2025 cycle, and it is a seven-rounder. So, who did the Indianapolis Colts come away with?
Let’s break it all down with our instant reactions and takeaways from each Colts‘ pick.
Colts pick at 14: Tyler Warren, TE, Penn State
Warren’s ability to not only impact the passing game but the run game as well as a blocker makes him an excellent fit for Shane Steichen’s offense. However, I do wonder if he will even be available when the Colts are picking at 14th overall. There are quite a few teams that could benefit from his do-it-all presence.
“Warren brings a versatile skill set that allows him to work in-line or flexed out on the perimeter,” wrote Reid. “His breakout senior season included Penn State records by a tight end in catches (104) and receiving yards (1,233). That production would be a good pairing with Mo Alie-Cox, who re-signed with Indy and is used mainly as a run blocker.”
Colts pick at 45: Carson Schwesinger, LB, UCLA
Two picks in and I’d say the Colts are off to a terrific start. Schwesinger can come in and compete right away for the starting linebacker role next to Zaire Franklin, and he brings added–and needed–coverage ability to the position as well. His well-rounded skill set makes him a versatile defender, and that element is important in Lou Anarumo’s scheme.
“A former walk-on, Schwesinger is great at diagnosing plays and speeding downhill to stop them,” wrote Reid. “Pairing him with Zaire Franklin would give the Colts plenty of quickness and instincts at the second level of their defense.”
Colts pick at 80: Ozzy Trapilo, OT, Boston College
I love the flexibility this selection provides. Trapilo can boost the depth at both the guard and tackle positions. He could potentially compete for the starting right guard role, and if a backup, he could be the Colts’ swing tackle off the bench.
“GM Chris Ballard likes to draft offensive linemen in the middle rounds, and Trapilo would be the next in line,” said Reid. “He has played both guard spots and both tackle spots.”
Colts pick at 117: Caleb Ransaw, CB/S, Tulane
Listed as a safety, the bulk of Ransaw’s playing time has come in the nickel during his college career. With no true nickel options at the cornerback position behind Kenny Moore, Ransaw could provide depth there.
Colts pick at 151: Jared Ivey, Edge, Ole Miss
Without Dayo Odeyingbo, there is a lot of production and snaps that have to be replaced. Getting Samson Ebukam back, along with a jump from Laiatu Latu, will be important, but general depth is a need at defensive end as well. Also, looking ahead to 2026, Ebukam, Kwity Paye, and Tyquan Lewis are all free agents.
Colts pick at 189: Garrett Dellinger, G, LSU
After losing Ryan Kelly and Will Fries in free agency, the Colts’ interior offensive line depth took a hit this offseason. Adding Dellinger to the mix can help improve that aspect of the trenches.
Colts pick at 232: Max Brosmer, QB, Minnesota
At the NFL owners’ meetings, Chris Ballard did say that the Colts would take a quarterback if one were available that they really liked. The addition of Brosmer would add competition for Jason Bean for that third spot on the depth chart, but more importantly, the prudent move–for any team–should be to continuously develop the most important position in the game. While the Colts shouldn’t assume a Day 3 pick will be anything more than a backup, when there is uncertainty, options are good.
This article originally appeared on Colts Wire: 2025 NFL draft: Breaking down Colts’ picks in 7-round mock from ESPN
With draft week here, ESPN analyst Jordan Reid put together his final mock draft of the 2025 cycle, and it is a seven-rounder. So, who did the Indianapolis Colts come away with?
Let’s break it all down with our instant reactions and takeaways from each Colts‘ pick.
Colts pick at 14: Tyler Warren, TE, Penn State
Warren’s ability to not only impact the passing game but the run game as well as a blocker makes him an excellent fit for Shane Steichen’s offense. However, I do wonder if he will even be available when the Colts are picking at 14th overall. There are quite a few teams that could benefit from his do-it-all presence.
“Warren brings a versatile skill set that allows him to work in-line or flexed out on the perimeter,” wrote Reid. “His breakout senior season included Penn State records by a tight end in catches (104) and receiving yards (1,233). That production would be a good pairing with Mo Alie-Cox, who re-signed with Indy and is used mainly as a run blocker.”
Colts pick at 45: Carson Schwesinger, LB, UCLA
Two picks in and I’d say the Colts are off to a terrific start. Schwesinger can come in and compete right away for the starting linebacker role next to Zaire Franklin, and he brings added–and needed–coverage ability to the position as well. His well-rounded skill set makes him a versatile defender, and that element is important in Lou Anarumo’s scheme.
“A former walk-on, Schwesinger is great at diagnosing plays and speeding downhill to stop them,” wrote Reid. “Pairing him with Zaire Franklin would give the Colts plenty of quickness and instincts at the second level of their defense.”
Colts pick at 80: Ozzy Trapilo, OT, Boston College
I love the flexibility this selection provides. Trapilo can boost the depth at both the guard and tackle positions. He could potentially compete for the starting right guard role, and if a backup, he could be the Colts’ swing tackle off the bench.
“GM Chris Ballard likes to draft offensive linemen in the middle rounds, and Trapilo would be the next in line,” said Reid. “He has played both guard spots and both tackle spots.”
Colts pick at 117: Caleb Ransaw, CB/S, Tulane
Listed as a safety, the bulk of Ransaw’s playing time has come in the nickel during his college career. With no true nickel options at the cornerback position behind Kenny Moore, Ransaw could provide depth there.
Colts pick at 151: Jared Ivey, Edge, Ole Miss
Without Dayo Odeyingbo, there is a lot of production and snaps that have to be replaced. Getting Samson Ebukam back, along with a jump from Laiatu Latu, will be important, but general depth is a need at defensive end as well. Also, looking ahead to 2026, Ebukam, Kwity Paye, and Tyquan Lewis are all free agents.
Colts pick at 189: Garrett Dellinger, G, LSU
After losing Ryan Kelly and Will Fries in free agency, the Colts’ interior offensive line depth took a hit this offseason. Adding Dellinger to the mix can help improve that aspect of the trenches.
Colts pick at 232: Max Brosmer, QB, Minnesota
At the NFL owners’ meetings, Chris Ballard did say that the Colts would take a quarterback if one were available that they really liked. The addition of Brosmer would add competition for Jason Bean for that third spot on the depth chart, but more importantly, the prudent move–for any team–should be to continuously develop the most important position in the game. While the Colts shouldn’t assume a Day 3 pick will be anything more than a backup, when there is uncertainty, options are good.
This article originally appeared on Colts Wire: 2025 NFL draft: Breaking down Colts’ picks in 7-round mock from ESPN
