Stampede Blue
As the leaves change color and Spirit Halloweens pop up, the midway point of the NFL season is fast approaching. By now nearly a quarter of the league’s fans are longing for the spring after starting the season with 2 or less wins, when hope can be renewed with the offseason’s changes. Most are looking to the collegiate ranks and starting to pine after whichever prospect they want to solve their biggest team’s weaknesses.
The Colts are not one of those teams, far from it actually. A 5-1 record makes a fanbase look more towards January rather than March-April, as one single elimination tournament is firmly on their minds. In the immortal words of Jim Mora:
Playoffs?!
Still, while interest in the draft might not be at an all time high for Colts fans, the mock draft machine of NFL media doesn’t just stop their predictions at the top 10 of the draft. The Colts may be in for a successful season, but another first round hit could be the push the Colts need to go even farther in 2026. What does the national media believe this next piece is for the Colts?
“Wilson has shined since transferring from Georgia in the offseason, as his 19.8% edge pressure percentage is sixth best in the FBS.
Wilson is tied for 10th in the country with 5.5 sacks after a two-sack performance this past weekend against Alabama. He has surged near the top of a deep edge class, and with Kwity Paye set to be an unrestricted free agent after the season,
Wilson could be a nice fit in Indianapolis.“
Reid has the Colts take Wilson II 31st Overall in his 1 round mock, noting his strong performance versus Alabama. This was the third straight high pressure rate game by the former Georgia Bulldog, as he has 18 in the past 3 weeks, going against UMass and South Carolina as well during that span. In 2025 Wilson ranked 11th among Power 4 Edge Rushers in Pass Rush Grade at 89.5 and has the 7th most pressures with 27. The former 5th ranked Edge Rusher Nationally by 24/7 Sports is finally breaking out in his third season, displaying a blend of length, burst, and bend that should be tantalizing to pro scouts.
If he chooses to declare (still has a year of eligibility) he could go somewhere in Round 1-2 after a very productive season. He still needs to work on his hands and pass rush plan, but his natural gifts make him a ball of clay worthwhile to invest in.
“Allen has been a standout player for the Bulldogs’ defense this season. He’s recorded an 85.9 overall defensive grade thanks to a 92.1 run-defense grade. His coverage grades are on the lower side, but he is a commanding presence in the middle of the box who rarely misses tackles...
