Indianapolis Colts General Manager Chris Ballard is facing significant pressure as the team approaches the 2025 NFL Draft.
After missing the playoffs for the fourth consecutive season, the Colts hold the 14th overall pick and aim to address several key areas of need, including cornerback, tight end, safety, and offensive line.
Ballard’s tenure has been marked by a series of challenging seasons, with the Colts failing to secure a playoff berth in recent years. While he and Head Coach Shane Steichen have retained their positions for the 2025 season, the team’s lack of postseason success has intensified scrutiny on their leadership.
In the 2024 draft, Ballard traded up to select edge rusher Laiatu Latu, who earned accolades such as the Pac-12 Defensive Player of the Year. However, the team’s overall performance remained subpar, highlighting ongoing challenges in roster development.
Looking ahead, the Colts are preparing for a quarterback competition, with plans to bring in another signal-caller to challenge Anthony Richardson for the starting role. Richardson’s inconsistent performance in the previous season has led to this decision, emphasizing the need for improvement at the position. With the draft approaching, Ballard’s decisions will be closely scrutinized, as they are pivotal to the Colts’ efforts to rebuild and return to playoff contention.
