CRITICAL SEASON: Do the Colts and Daniel Jones HAVE enough to COMPETE for AFC supremacy in 2026?

CRITICAL SEASON: Do the Colts and Daniel Jones HAVE enough to COMPETE for AFC supremacy in 2026?

From Locked On NFL Scouting with the Draft Dudes - Daily podcast covering NFL and College Football scouting by Locked On Podcast Network, Kyle Crabbs, Joe Marino

July 15, 2026 · 29 min · Episode 2573

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The episode discusses the Indianapolis Colts' critical season and their potential to compete in the AFC with Daniel Jones and a revamped offense.

The Indianapolis Colts face a make-or-break season as Shane Steichen bets on Daniel Jones and a revamped offense. With Michael Pittman gone, can Alec Pierce and Josh Downs rise to the challenge and provide enough firepower alongside Jonathan Taylor’s rushing attack? Joe Marino and Kyle Crabbs break down critical questions around target distribution, offensive line development led by Chris Ballard, and whether the Colts have the right supporting cast to contend in a tough AFC South. Defensively, the Colts boast impressive depth at cornerback with Sauce Gardner, Charvarius Ward, and Cam Taylor-Britt, while young talents like CJ Allen and A.J. Haulcy might emerge as key contributors. The hosts debate cornerstone players, Indianapolis’ win expectation, and the pressure on Steichen to deliver. Will the Colts make the leap, or could a coaching change be looming? Don’t miss this detailed examination of Indianapolis’ high-stakes season.

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