6 DEs who could replace Jabaal Sheard for the Colts

Here’s how the Colts can replace DE Jabaal Sheard.

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A.J. Epenesa | Age: 21 | Iowa | NFL Draft

If the Colts preferred to forgo the free-agent market and instead look at the upcoming draft for Sheard’s replacement (a total possibility), there are some intriguing options starting with Epenesa.

The Iowa product checks all of the boxes that Chris Ballard wants in his pass rushers. He has upside, versatility to work along the front and high character as a prospect. Epenesa would need to be drafted with the Colts’ first-round pick, but he could be on the radar for Ballard if they don’t go with a quarterback.

In his three seasons at Iowa, Epenesa compiled 26.5 sacks and 36 tackles for loss.

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