Updated Indianapolis Colts Roster Key 2025 Players, Stats & Positions

Check out the complete Indianapolis Colts roster for 2025. Explore player positions, stats, and depth chart updates for offense, defense, and special team

The 2025 Indianapolis Colts roster features a mix of rising stars and veteran leaders as the team looks to compete in the AFC South. With Anthony Richardson entering his second year as starting QB and key additions on defense, this in-depth breakdown examines every position, player role, and what to expect this season.

QuarterbacksThe Anthony Richardson Show

Starter: Anthony Richardson

• 2024 Stats (10 Games): 2,189 yards, 15 TD, 9 INT | 512 rush yards, 5 TD
• 2025 Outlook: Must improve accuracy (56.7% completion) and decision-making
• Development Focus: Deep-ball chemistry with WRs, quicker reads

Backup: Gardner Minshew

• Reliable veteran who started 8 games in 2024
• Ideal mentor for Richardson’s growth

Depth: *2025 Draft Pick (Rounds 5-7)*

Running Backs: Jonathan Taylor’s Contract Year

Starter: Jonathan Taylor

• 2024 Stats: 1,104 yards, 8 TD (14 games)
• Contract Status: Final year ($12.6M cap hit) – extension talks ongoing

Change-of-Pace: Evan Hull

• Shifty pass-catcher (38 receptions in 2024)
• Could see more 3rd-down work

Power Back: *Rookie/UDFA Competing*

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Wide Receivers: Pittman Leads the Way

Player	Role	2024 Stats
Michael Pittman Jr.	WR1	101 rec, 1,152 yards
Josh Downs	Slot	68 rec, 771 yards
Alec Pierce	Deep Threat	32 rec, 514 yards
2025 Draft Pick	Speed WR	TBD

Biggest Need: True vertical threat (4.3-speed WR likely drafted)

Tight Ends: Red-Zone Mismatches

Starter: Jelani Woods

• 6’7”, 260 lbs – elite red-zone target
• 2024 Stats: 5 TD in limited action

Move TE: Kylen Granson

• Mismatch creator vs linebackers

Blocking TE: Mo Alie-Cox

• Key in run game

Offensive Line: Protecting Richardson

Position	Starter	Backup
LT	Bernhard Raimann	Draft Pick
LG	Quenton Nelson	Veteran FA
C	Ryan Kelly	Depth Signing
RG	Will Fries	Competing
RT	Braden Smith	Rookie

Key Battle: Right guard competition

🛡️ Defensive Roster Breakdown

Defensive Line: Buckner Anchors the Unit

Position	Starter	Backup
LDE	Kwity Paye	Draft Pick
DT	DeForest Buckner	Veteran FA
NT	Grover Stewart	Depth Signing
RDE	Dayo Odeyingbo	Rotation Player

X-Factor: Paye needs double-digit sacks

Linebackers: Speed & Physicality

Starters:

• SAM: E.J. Speed (coverage specialist)
• MIKE: Zaire Franklin (156 tackles in 2024)
• WILL: *Rookie/FA Signing*

Concern: Depth behind starters

Secondary: Youth & Potential

Cornerbacks:

• CB1: Kenny Moore II (elite slot)
• CB2: Julius Brents (2023 draft pick)
• Depth: Dallis Flowers, rookie

Safeties:

• FS: Julian Blackmon (ball hawk)
• SS: Nick Cross (athletic upside)

Need: Outside CB to step up

📊 2025 Roster Outlook: Playoff Contenders?

Strengths

✅ Anthony Richardson’s Upside – Dual-threat playmaker
✅ Jonathan Taylor’s Contract Year – Motivated RB1
✅ Defensive Front – Buckner & Paye can dominate

Weaknesses

❌ WR Depth – Need another reliable target
❌ CB2 Spot – Unproven outside corner
❌ O-Line Depth – Injuries could derail season

🔍 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Who did the Colts draft in 2025?

• Likely targets: WR, CB, OL in early rounds

2. Will Jonathan Taylor get extended?

• 50/50 chance – Colts may wait to see 2025 performance

3. Are the Colts better than the Texans?

• Not yet – Texans have more proven stars (C.J. Stroud, Will Anderson)