ARTHUR: Jake's FINAL Indianapolis Colts Predictive Mock Draft

In this final Mock Draft Monday episode of the 2026 offseason, Jake Arthur delivers his predictive mock draft for the Indianapolis Colts, featuring a series of strategic tradebacks and targeted selections across all seven rounds. Starting with a move from pick 47 to 51, Jake selects Texas linebacker Anthony Hill Jr. as his top pick, praising his elite traits, youth, and fit for Chris Ballard’s 'Build-A-Ballard' philosophy. He follows with Ole Miss receiver Deshaun Stribling in round three, highlighting his physicality and ability to replace Michael Pittman Jr. and Aidy Mitchell. Jake continues with a trio of edge rushers—Kieron Crawford, George Gumbs Jr.—and a versatile safety in VJ Payne, emphasizing the Colts’ focus on athleticism and developmental potential. Later, he adds depth with offensive linemen Drew Shelton and Bryson Eason, plus Indiana running back Kalen Black and undersized center James Brocker Meyer. The draft concludes with two late-round developmental picks: linebacker Jaden Duggar and international defensive tackle Uar Bernard, who could leverage the International Player Pathway Program. Jake’s mock reflects a clear theme: youth, athleticism, and long-term upside over immediate production. The episode also features multiple sponsor segments, including Ethos for life insurance, Indeed Sponsored Jobs for hiring, and Quo for business communications. Hosts Zach Hicks and Jake Arthur encourage listeners to join the Everydayer Club for ad-free access and exclusive group chats. With the NFL Draft approaching, the episode sets the stage for a busy week of coverage, including a revised schedule for the Colt Squad Show. Despite the uncertainty in mock drafts, Jake’s final projection underscores the Colts’ likely strategy: aggressive trade activity, targeting high-upside players, and building depth through day three and beyond.