Huddle Up: Daniel Jones remains the Colts' starting quarterback. While Richardson is starting the preseason, Jones remains a viable fantasy option in lineups in 2026.

Huddle Up: Pierce is starting to be a concern for the Colts and fantasy players alike. If he is going to miss time in the season, Josh Downs would likely step into the WR1 role.

Huddle Up: Downs could see an uptick in targets this year following the trade of Michael Pittman Jr. However, being behind Alec Pierce and Tyler Warren in targets doesn't move him up drastically. He projects as a middle-of-the-pack WR3 or flex play at this point.

Huddle Up: Giddens is struggling to stay healthy, and he is not doing a great job when he is on the field. McGowan has had a tremendous impact, making the most of his opportunities, while Bentley has also shined. Avoid Giddens for fantasy purposes, unless he can miraculously move back past McGowan for the primary backup job to Taylor.

Huddle Up: McGowan isn't necessarily someone to grab in most fantasy leagues, although in the very, very deepest of leagues, and for those fantasy managers selecting Taylor early on, you might want McGowan on your roster for insurance.

Huddle Up: Westbrook-Ikhine is battling holdover Ashton Dulin and veteran Laquon Treadwell for the No. 3 job in Indianapolis. He struggled in Miami last season, but in 2024 with the Tennessee Titans, he posted 32 receptions for 497 yards and nine touchdowns. He can be productive when the situation is right. For now, he is simply a player to monitor for consideration in the very latest rounds on draft day.

Huddle Up: Jones is making his way back from a major injury after a sensational start to his 2025 season. It appears he is comfortably installed as the starting QB in Indianapolis, but he is barely hanging on as a low-end QB2 in most fantasy leagues. He shouldn't be drafted outside of the deepest of leagues, and formats using two starting quarterbacks.

Huddle Up: It appears Downs will be just fine for the regular season, as there is still plenty of time to recuperate. However, fantasy managers will want to be mindful, and check back for updates. With Michael Pittman Jr. having moved on, Downs is expected to be one of the starters in Indianapolis, and he has WR4 or flex fantasy potential in most leagues. Target him in the later rounds on draft day, and in early drafts, be sure to have some depth on hand just in case of a setback.

Huddle Up: Fantasy players should look for an update on Downs in the next few days to see if he will miss more time because of the injury. He is set to join the starting lineup this season and can be a No. 4 receiver in most fantasy leagues.

Huddle Up: Taylor was the RB2 in non-PPR and RB4 in PPR leagues last season after rushing for 1,585 yards and 18 TDs. They may try to taper his workload back a bit this year, but he'll still be in the RB4-5 conversation.

Huddle Up: A healthy Jones is good news for all of Indy's skill-position players, including most notably Jonathan Taylor and Tyler Warren. While you wouldn't consider Jones a viable QB1, his dual-threat ability makes him a interesting QB2 for fantasy owners.

Huddle Up: Taylor is a solidified RB1 option and is expected to stay with the Colts even if a new deal is not secured right now. Whether a deal is secured or not before the regular season, Taylor can be a centerpiece in fantasy lineups in 2026.

Huddle Up: Pierce was the WR27 in 15 games in PPR leagues last season. He'll be a midrange WR3 again in 2026.

Huddle Up: Fantasy players will need to monitor the situation to see if Jones receives any days off during camp, but he seems confident about being ready for Week 1. He posted solid numbers before his injury last season but should only be considered a No. 2 fantasy quarterback.

Huddle Up: They have mentioned Seth McGowan and DJ Giddens becoming more involved, but neither of them are proven. Taylor was the RB2 in non-PPR and the RB4 in PPR leagues. He should still remain in the top five or six RBs in fantasy.

Huddle Up: The question is whether McGowan can prove himself enough to become the primary backup to Jonathan Taylor. DJ Giddens will also be in the mix for the No. 2 running back job, and whoever wins the gig will be worthy of stashing as a handcuff for Taylor.

Huddle Up: Although Jones seems to have a chance to be ready for Week 1, returning from an Achilles injury can be difficult. Don't be surprised if it takes Jones a while to regain his mobility, which will take a toll on his fantasy value. He should be viewed as a midrange QB2 entering 2026.

Huddle Up: With Alec Pierce recovering from ankle surgery, Downs has had a chance to lead the passing attack. Even when Pierce returns, Downs should have a much bigger role in the offense this season, following the trade of Michael Pittman Jr. Downs should be in the WR4 mix with a chance to deliver flex value in PPR formats.

Huddle Up: Taylor has been a workhorse for the Colts, rushing for 29 touchdowns and more than 3,000 yards over the past two seasons combined. Last year, he also chipped in a career-high 46 receptions. Regardless of his contract status, expect Taylor to be a high-floor RB1 in 2026.

Huddle Up: Downs saw a sizeable drop in his numbers last season, but with Michael Pittman Jr. no longer a member of the Colts, Downs should be a top-three target for the Colts. He could be a WR4 with legitimate flex potential.

Huddle Up: Pierce topped 1,000 yards last year while operating mainly as a deep threat, but he is expected to be utilized more often and in a variety of ways this season. Assuming he does see a big uptick from the 84 targets he saw last season, Pierce has legitimate WR2 upside.

Huddle Up: Warren burst on to the scene as a rookie and was immediately a weekly TE1. With Michael Pittman Jr. now in Pittsburgh, expect the Colts to lean on Warren even more in his sophomore campaign. Another TE1 campaign seems like a given.

Huddle Up: Taylor has 1,551 carries in the NFL and 926 carries in college. He's still just 27 years old and should remain a high-floor RB1. It would be a good idea to handcuff him to McGowan or Giddens, whichever flashes in camp.

Huddle Up: There is a good chance that Taylor receives a contract extension at some point before the regular season, so fantasy players can monitor the situation. He is a big part of the Colts offense and will be one of the first players selected in all fantasy drafts.

Huddle Up: Pierce had ankle surgery in April and Colts GM Chris Ballard said at the time that he was looking at a three-month recovery, so "missing a couple weeks," sounds reasonable. Pierce signed a four-year, $114 million contract with the Colts after leading the NFL for a second consecutive season in yards per reception (21.3). He also posted career highs with 47 receptions for 1,003 yards in 15 games. If healthy, Pierce could be a WR2 candidate due to his deep ball threat and connection with QB Daniel Jones.

Huddle Up: Pierce's missing OTAs should not be a red flag, knowing the contract the team rewarded him with. He still remains a viable option in fantasy leagues in 2026 as a WR2 ceiling and a reliable WR3 floor.

Huddle Up: Warren had a terrific rookie season and will continue to be a big part of the passing game in 2026. He should be a weekly starting option in all fantasy leagues.

Huddle Up: Fantasy players can keep an eye on the situation to see what Pierce can do at training camp, but he should be ready for the start of the season. He has become the No. 1 receiver for the Colts and should see a good amount of targets each game. He can be considered at least a No. 3 receiver in fantasy leagues.

Huddle Up: Taylor should be on the field for the mandatory minicamp and will be a significant part of the Colts offense in 2026. He will be one of the first players taken in fantasy drafts and will be a weekly starting option in all leagues.