2026 Indianapolis Colts Season Predictions

Health is the biggest concern heading into the 2026 season. (especially with Daniel Jones) Baltimore will be a test for Lou Anarumo's defensive play calling. Do the Colts have what it takes offensively AND defensively to win against the tougher teams? Can Indy get a win in Jacksonville? Will there be a let down game? Will Colts Nation see their team win any blowouts? Will the Steelers still have the Colts number? Are the playoff's a real potential for this team? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How do people outside the Indianapolis Colts area feel about Daniel Jones, and what he did last year prior to injury, and can he duplicate it this season? The Colts & Ravens now have brothers who coach on the respective teams! Baltimore has re-tooled their offensive line. How has the Ravens attempted to fix the 30th ranked pass defense from last season? Can Roquan Smith and the defense stop Tyler Warren, Josh Downs, and Jonathan Taylor in the center of that defense? Both teams did not have many starters play in preseason, how much will this game prelude to how each team will look moving forward? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Why did Keenan Allen get arrested, and what will be the ramifications? Anthony Richardson cemented his spot as the #2 Quarterback! Seth McGowen and Anthony Gould earn spots! Back up Offensive line need more work. Starting Defense shows elite, capped by turnover by Sauce Gardner! Back-up Defensive Line and Secondary still in shambles! Could the Colts get trades for draft picks from potential discards? And much more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Should we get excited over Quarterback: Anthony Richardson's performance? Why isn't Tight End: Will Mallory higher on the depth chart? What other players played well? Who do we still need to get a look at? Are we worried about Wide Receiver: Alec Pierce? And much more! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Join Bucky Brooks as he ranks the AFC South position groups against each other going into the 2026 season! Where will the QB's rank?! Who has the best Running Back? Is DeMeco Ryans the best coach in the division or has he been usurped by another? Tune into this exciting episode of the Bucky Brooks show where he lives ranks all of the players by position in the division to determine which team is the strongest! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Lets take a look at Wide Receiver, since Michael Pittman Jr. was traded. The rest of the offense has great top end, and depth. The Safety and cornerback Groups seem to be great on starters and depth, except maybe Nickel Back. Linebackers are a HUGE question mark! Why haven't the Colts gotten 'younger and faster' on the defensive line? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

C.J. Allen brings a smart, sure tackler to the linebacker room! A.J. Haulcy is a great box safety, with hands!? Jalen Farmer is a people mover, not a pushover! We got some depth pieces, who could grow into vital roles, in the mid rounds. Deion Burks is a dynamic Wide Receiver, but current depth could limit his early offensive snaps. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The 1st step was to create cap space by trading 2 key players, in order to sign 2 other key players. Daniel Jones contract makes perfect sense. Alec Pierce should play into his new contract. Still a lot of holes on the roster, but lots of time to fill them. Is Linebacker or Pass Rusher the Colts biggest need right now? Safety and Wide Receiver could use some fresh talent, but are not the top of the needs list. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Anthony Richardson came out of college with little experience, and an injury history. His play for the 1st 2 season in the NFL left much to be wanting. Did injuries derail his progress? Is it unfair to stamp the word 'potential' on a player? The Colts took a big risk when they drafted AR. Would have sitting and learning changed his outcome? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We break down what he has done for the team, and the NFL. Is he nearing his drop off point? Why extend him now, since he has a year left, and so much more is need on the roster? Should the team trade him before the 2026 June 1st deadline? Jonathan Taylor is a better RB now, than he was when the Colts gave him his 1st extension. What do you think Indy should do? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.