The Indianapolis Colts shook up their roster in 2026, parting ways with major contributors like Michael Pittman, Braden Smith, Kenny Moore, and Zaire Franklin. With Alec Pierce now the centerpiece of the receiver corps and questions swirling around a thin depth chart, can the Colts’ offense stay explosive if injuries strike? The linebacker group hinges on rookie CJ Allen stepping into a pivotal role, while the offensive line must adapt after losing Smith.
Key additions such as Cam Taylor-Britt, Nick Westbrook-Ikhine, and LSU draft steal AJ Halsey could spark needed improvement, especially in a healthier secondary featuring Sauce Gardner and Mooney Ward. Newcomers Jerry Tillery and Michael Clemens bring intrigue but skepticism from their past performances. As Justin Wally returns strong from an ACL injury, the big question remains: Will this retooled Colts squad contend or struggle to fill its biggest gaps?