BEST AVAILABLE: Who Can Indianapolis Colts Take On Day 2 of NFL Draft?
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The Locked On Colts podcast breaks down Day 1 of the 2026 NFL Draft, focusing on the Indianapolis Colts' first-round selection of cornerback Sauce Gardner and analyzing the remaining talent available for their Day 2 pick at 47. Hosts Zach Hicks and Jake Arthur discuss the top available players, emphasizing the Colts' key needs at edge rusher and linebacker. They highlight TJ Parker as a top-tier edge rusher still on the board, praising his size, power, and production, and suggest the Colts should consider trading up for him. They also express strong interest in safety Emmanuel McNeil-Warren, calling him a potential game-changer and worth a trade-up. The hosts debate whether to move up for linebackers like Anthony Hill Jr. and Jacob Rodriguez, with Jake favoring a trade-back strategy to preserve picks, while Zach remains open to targeting specific players. They also assess fallen cornerbacks like Jermon McCoy and D'Angelo Pons, cautioning on injury risks. The episode closes with reactions to notable Day 1 picks, including the Rams’ selection of Ty Simpson, which the hosts question, and the Chiefs’ trade-up for Mansoor Delane, which they view as a mixed move. Overall, the Colts are seen as well-positioned to land impactful players on Day 2.
TJ Parker is the top edge rusher still available and a strong candidate for a trade-up by the Colts.
Safety Emmanuel McNeil-Warren is a high-value, high-impact player worth considering even if it means moving up.
The Colts should remain flexible and consider trading back to preserve draft capital while still landing a top-tier player.
Cornerbacks like Jermon McCoy and D'Angelo Pons are available but come with injury concerns that must be evaluated.
The Rams’ selection of Ty Simpson is questioned due to his limited college production and injury history.
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Introduction and Draft Day 1 Recap
The hosts introduce the show, welcome listeners, and briefly promote The Everydayers Club. They set the stage for the episode by summarizing Day 1 of the 2026 NFL Draft, highlighting the Colts’ selection of Sauce Gardner in the first round and setting up the main focus: evaluating available talent for their Day 2 pick.
Top Available Players: Edge Rushers and Linebackers
“I think TJ Parker would be a no doubt slam dunk for the Colts.”
Cornerback and Safety Talent on the Board
“I would trade up a couple of picks for him. You know what I mean? I think he's well worth it.”
Trade-Up Strategy and Draft Philosophy
“I wouldn't personally want to be presented with those two guys being options and then trade back and lose both of them.”
Reactions to Day 1 Picks and Final Thoughts
The hosts react to notable Day 1 selections, including the Rams’ pick of Ty Simpson (which they question), the Chiefs’ trade-up for Mansoor Delane, and the Titans’ and Texans’ moves. They reflect on the overall draft landscape, reiterate the Colts’ strong position on Day 2, and encourage listeners to engage in the comments.
“I would trade up a couple of picks for him. You know what I mean? I think he's well worth it.”
“I think TJ Parker would be a no doubt slam dunk for the Colts.”
“I don’t understand it at all. It reminds me so much of like a Mac Jones selection.”
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Zach Hicks
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Jake Arthur
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TJ Parker
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Emmanuel McNeil-Warren
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Anthony Hill Jr.
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Jacob Rodriguez
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Ty Simpson
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Jermon McCoy
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D'Angelo Pons
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Caden McDonald
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