The Colts have a very big draft coming up. The roster has a lot of holes that need filled, and the draft is the best way to do that with young players. The first round pick the Colts have is especially important because they have such a high pick.
First round picks are supposed to be sure things. They are supposed to be a foundational player in whatever position they play. Some picks pan out, and some don’t. But recently in Colts history, more have flamed out than not.
In the last eight drafts, only four first round picks remain on the team: Andrew Luck, Anthony Castonzo, Ryan Kelly, and last year’s pick Malik Hooker.