The Indianapolis Colts have struggled significantly with their first-round draft picks since 2020, ranking 28th in Wins Above Replacement (WAR) metrics according to Pro Football Focus. The team's lack of success stems from having only three first-round selections in the last five years, notably Kwity Paye, Anthony Richardson, and Laiatu Latu. While Paye has been a decent contributor, Richardson's inconsistency, primarily due to injuries, has hampered his potential impact, and Latu remains an unproven asset. This lack of impactful first-round talent has put the Colts at a disadvantage compared to teams with multiple selections, like the New Orleans Saints and Los Angeles Rams, who fill more holes with proven players.

As the Colts hold the 14th pick in the upcoming draft, they face pivotal choices to address their weak spots, including tight end, offensive line, defensive line, and linebacker. Although recent free agency moves have improved their roster, the Colts must capitalize on their draft opportunities to overcome their playoff drought.