Colts 53-man projection centers on 38 cuts, with Jason Bean atop the QB3 depth chart behind starter and rookie backup, signaling a tight battle for the final quarterback spot. The backfield remains crowded: Khalil Herbert, Nate Noel, Nay'Quan Wright and Ulysses Bentley are in the mix, Bentley as a prime practice-squad candidate. At wideout, a six-man core includes Ajou Ajou, Tyler Kahmann, Coleman Owen, Landon Parker, Blayne Taylor, and Laquon Treadwell, with Treadwell and Owen possibly sneaking back to the practice squad. Jelani Woods anchors the tight ends with Maximilian Mang and Sean McKeon; Mang may stay IPP. Up front, five offensive linemen are projected, with Mose Vavao, Wes French, Josh Sills, Marcellus Johnson, and Marshall Foerner, while defensive line and linebacker groups are built to 7-10 and 4, respectively. The plan emphasizes upside players and IPP nuances to shape the Colts’ 53 and practice squad decisions.

Key names shaping fantasy angles include Jason Bean’s QB3 role, Jelani Woods’ stability as a top target, and the IPP designation for Mang which could influence roster fate and usage. The WR mix features several intriguing pass-catchers who could surface in the Colts’ game plans or waivers, while the RB group’s injuries of Goodson and Herbert could tilt workload. With Sun Belt to AFC depth, Indianapolis leans on a mix of young talents and special-teams contributors to fill the final spots, setting up potential late-round fliers and stash candidates for fantasy rosters.