The Indianapolis Colts started their 2025 NFL draft class with the Penn State tight end Tyler Warren selection.
Where does that leave them heading into Day 2?
They still need to find a potential starting linebacker next to Zaire Franklin and a player who could end up being their starting right guard.
As well as depth across the defensive line, a safety to compete for the third spot on the depth chart, and some running back depth.
Here are the 20 best available players that could help fill those needs for Indianapolis on Day 2:
Best available players for Colts
LB Carson Schwesinger, UCLA
This was my popular second-round pick for the Colts in mock drafts in the lead up to this weekend. Schwesinger can be a plug-in starter next to Franklin because of his coverage and tackling ability.
LB Danny Stutsman, Oklahoma
Stutsman was a three-year starter for Oklahoma who has the ideal size for the position and is more of a run defender. His tackling ability would be an upgrade to what the Indy defense had a linebacker in the 2024 season.
LB Demetrius Knight Jr., South Carolina
This is another linebacker the Colts could add to help improve the tackling on their defense. Knight Jr. plays with instinct, has good speed, and can be used as a blitzer.
IOL Jonah Savaiinaea, Arizona
Savaiinaea played as a tackle for Arizona but projects to slide inside at guard at the next level. His versatility would give the Colts some flexibility to deal with injuries and could be an option at right tackle when Braden Smith’s contract comes to an end after the season.
IOL Tate Ratledge, Georgia
If the Colts want to continue to add toughness to their offense following the Warren pick, then Rateledge is the guy to add to the offensive line. A three-year starter at right guard who is a mauler in the run game and can come in to fill that open starting spot.
IOL Miles Frazier, LSU
Frazier was a three-year starter at LSU, with most of his playing time coming at right guard. He has the prototype size and is another mauler that Indianapolis can bring in on Day 2 to help improve the rushing attack.
DE Mike Green, Marshall
A projected first-round prospect who fell out of Day 1 likely due to his off-field concerns. Green has a variety of pass rush moves, he is a twitchy athlete who can potentially be the opposite starter of Laiatu Latu in 2026.
DE Donovan Ezeiruaku, Boston College
Ezeiruaku was a borderline first-round prospect entering the weekend. He has great length, good short-area burst, and an arsenal of pass rush moves that can make him a contributor during his rookie season.
DE Landon Jackson, Arkansas
Jackson was a three-year starter at Arkansas who has the size and athleticism for the position. His traits can lead to him being a starter down the line, but he can compete to have a role in the rotation in Year 1.
DE Nic Scourton, Texas A&M
Scourton plays with a high motor who can help out as a run defender and get after the quarterback. He’s got the size to help set the edge and uses power as a pass rusher.
DE JT Tuimoloau, Ohio State
Tuimoloau is a big and athletic pass rusher who uses his length to his advantage. He’s another edge defender the Colts can add that can benefit the defense against the run and pass.
DE Jordan Burch, Oregon
If Chris Ballard wants an edge rusher with traits, then he could turn to Burch. He has the size, but is more of a power rusher who can improve if he adds more pass rush moves to his arsenal.
DT Darius Alexander, Toledo
Alexander is a three-tech prospect that can provide some depth behind DeForest Buckner, who can develop into a starter. He’s an athletic defensive tackle who can be used as a pass rusher in his rookie season.
DT Alfred Collins, Texas
Collins is a large defensive tackle prospect (six-foot-six, 332 pounds) who can help out in run defense because of his power and ability to fill gaps with his massive frame.
S Nick Emmanwori, South Carolina
Emmanwori was a projected first-round prospect who finds himself available on Day 2. He’s an athletic, versatile safety who projects to be more of a box defender. The Colts have their starting two safeties, but it is a position to watch since Nick Cross is entering the last year of his rookie contract.
S Kevin Winston Jr., Penn State
If Indianapolis wants a safety who can benefit their run defense, then Winston Jr. should be on their radar. He’s an outstanding tackler who has the size and athleticism for the position. He missed the 2024 season due to an injury, but won’t have the pressure to contribute right away.
S Xavier Watts, Notre Dame
Watts is a safety prospect who has playmaking skills who played as a deep safety at Notre Dame but also split reps in the box and in the slot. He can provide depth as a rookie and potentially be a starter by Year 3.
RB TreVeyon Henderson, Ohio State
Henderson is a running back prospect who can win the RB2 spot on the depth chart because of his three-down ability. He has elite speed and his pass-protection ability can help him find a role on third downs as a rookie. Running back on Day 2 is something to watch for the Colts because Jonathan Taylor is the only back under contract after this season.
RB Quinshon Judkins, Ohio State
Judkins is a powerful running back who can take on tacklers because of his contact balance. He can potentially take on a full workload as a starter down the road. He has some work to do to be a three-down player, but he can bring some toughness to the room as a rookie.
RB Kaleb Johnson, Iowa
Johnson is a patient running back who plays with instincts that utilize his size and strength to gain those extra yards when tacklers get their hands on him. He has the pass-catching ability to find a role as a rookie, but will need to improve as a pass blocker to earn that RB2 spot.
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