Colts G Quenton Nelson enters crucial contract year
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 11:15 AM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Indianapolis Colts left guard Quenton Nelson is set to face a significant contract decision as he enters the final year of his deal. Ranked sixth among NFL players in contract years by Pro Football Focus, Nelson achieved an 85.5 grade last season and earned second-team All-Pro honors after the 2025 season. He has consistently shown elite performance throughout his career, returning to high-level play in the past two seasons. With discussions about another extension not yet taking place, his performance this year will likely impact his future with the Colts as he could reach free agency in 2027.
- •Quenton Nelson completed 8,643 offensive line snaps since 2018.
- •He has received eight Pro Bowl selections in his career.
- •Nelson received second-team All-Pro honors after the 2025 season.
- •He signed a four-year, $80 million extension before the 2022 season.
- •No discussions regarding a new extension have occurred this training camp.
- 11:15 AMYahoo Sports — Colts G Quenton Nelson sits among top NFL contract-year players
"Quenton Nelson enters the final year of his deal after another elite season, setting up a major contract decision for the Colts.
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