Colts update salary cap after signing 2026 rookie draft class
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 2:04 PM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
The Indianapolis Colts now have all members of their 2026 NFL draft class under contract. Following these signings, the team's available salary cap space is $31.665 million, ranking seventh in the league. The Colts strategically managed their cap by signing Daniel Jones and Alec Pierce to lighter 2026 cap hits and minimizing dead cap. With this financial flexibility, the Colts are well-positioned for potential roster additions, particularly on the defensive line. Any unused cap space at the end of the season could be rolled over into 2027, enhancing their future outlook.
- •Colts have $31.665 million in salary cap space post-draft signings.
- •Team signed Daniel Jones and Alec Pierce to manageable deals.
- •Colts minimized dead cap by moving on from Zaire Franklin and Michael Pittman.
- •Potential for further roster additions exists, focusing on defense.
- •Unused cap space can roll over to the 2027 season.
- 2:04 PMYahoo Sports — Colts updated salary cap outlook after signing rookie draft class
"After the Colts signed their 2026 rookie draft class, let's take an updated look at their salary cap situation.
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