FAN VOICE: Indianapolis Colts Fans Tell Us Who THEY WANT Early in the 2026 NFL Draft

In this episode of Locked On Colts, hosts Zach Hicks and Jake Arthur conduct a fun, fan-driven 'temperature check' on the Indianapolis Colts' potential second-round pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. They analyze responses from over 70 Colts fans across Twitter and Reddit, revealing a clear consensus: linebacker Jacob Rodriguez (Texas Tech) is the top choice with 33 votes, followed by Anthony Hill Jr. (Texas), Zion Young (Missouri), Gabe Ackes (Illinois), Jake Golday (Cincinnati), D'Angelo Pons (Indiana), and Malachi Lawrence (UCF). The hosts discuss the fit of these players with the Colts' defensive identity, particularly their preference for length, athleticism, and green dot experience, while also expressing caution about Rodriguez’s shorter frame. They then explore lesser-known names, including rising prospects like CJ Allen (Georgia) and intriguing potential fits such as running backs Mike Washington Jr. and Jadarian Price, as well as defensive backs like Kepena Gushkin and Devin Moore. The episode concludes with a breakdown of reported Colts pre-draft visits, highlighting their focus on quarterbacks, wide receivers, and defensive backs—especially big, long players with projectable traits—suggesting a strategic depth-building approach ahead of the draft.