2021 NFL draft: Best available options for Colts in Round 2

The best options for the Colts on Day 2.

The Indianapolis Colts added a big piece to the defensive line in Round 1 of the 2021 NFL draft when they selected edge rusher Kwity Paye on Thrusday night.

Now the attention turns to Day 2 of the draft. Though general manager Chris Ballard would typically have a handful of picks in these two rounds, he currently only has one selection on Friday: No. 54 overall in the second round.

The Colts gave up their third-rounder as a part of the deal for quarterback Carson Wentz so it wouldn’t be a surprise if Ballard traded back in the second round to add an extra Day 3 pick. It’s unlikely he will be able to swing adding a third-rounder from No. 54.

So with the Colts set to make at least one selection Friday evening, here are the best remaining players available in Round 2: