Colts' list of non-QB draft needs shouldn't be overlooked

INDIANAPOLIS -- Colts general manager Chris Ballard has tried to leave the impression that his team will approach the draft with a certain open-mindedness, determined to avoid making a pick based solely on the team's most obvious need.

This year, that position would be quarterback, with the Colts widely expected to select one with the No. 4 overall pick in next week’s NFL draft (first round starts Thursday at 8 p.m. ET on ESPN, ABC and ESPN App). But the expectation is so great, the need so overwhelming, that even Ballard is struggling to pretend otherwise.

“If you don't feel like you have one that can absolutely change the franchise in terms of leading you every year, I think you're always…