Before early March, mock drafts are fun. But they aren’t especially informative. This is especially true for a team like the Indianapolis Colts, which does not have a pick in the first round of this year’s draft. Then two things happen, and the mocks become much more grounded in reality.
First, there’s the NFL Scouting Combine. Teams get a firsthand look at hundreds of prospects side by side. They rev up the in-person meeting process, which is often more significant than hand size or a short shuttle time.
And then, free agency begins. GMs begin reshaping their roster.