Colts' 2026 Offseason Schedule is Official

The offseason for the Indianapolis Colts is upon us, and with the NFL draft starting with Round 1 on April 23rd, all eyes are on what general manager Chris Ballard and the franchise plan to do with a make-or-break season ahead.

However, the offseason programs are equally important, as they will decide how the Colts fully evaluate the roster, prepare for their opposition, and put Shane Steichen and Lou Anarumo's game plans into full effect.

The official dates of the offseason program, OTAs, and mandatory minicamp have been announced. NFL insider Ian Rapoport reported the schedule for all 32 squads.

The NFL has announced offseason workouts dates for all 32 teams: pic.twitter.com/qtFVZbkIZO
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) April 3, 2026

Below is a recap of the prominent dates for Indianapolis for the spring and summer.

Offseason program | Begins on April 21st
OTAs | May 26-27th, May 29th, June 1-2nd, and June 4th
Mandatory minicamp | June 9-11th

This year, some of the biggest storylines are Daniel Jones' Achilles recovery, Hunter Wohler and Justin Walley in year two, and how things will play out at defensive end for Anarumo.

Starting with Jones, he was cooking as the Colts' quarterback during the 2025 campaign after securing the starting gig in a competition with Anthony Richardson Sr.

However, everything for the quarterback came crashing down in Week 14 against the Jacksonville Jaguars when he succumbed to a season-ending Achilles tear.

Colts quarterback Daniel Jones (blue and white uniform) throws a pass during warmups before facing the Jacksonville Jaguars. — Dec 7, 2025; Jacksonville, Florida, USA;Indianapolis Colts quarterback Daniel Jones (17) warms up before an NFL game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Travis Register-Imagn Images | Travis Register-Imagn Images

Jones was also dealing with a fracture in his fibula on the opposite leg, so it will be key that his recovery during the offseason goes perfectly so he's ready and able to lead the offense in Week 1.

Next, safety Wohler and cornerback Walley each suffered their own season-ending injuries during joint practices and the preseason.

Wohler emerged like a raging fire as a seventh-round safety/linebacker hybrid, and he appeared to be on track for serious playing time despite nobody expecting much from him due to his draft stock.

After looking incredible against the Baltimore Ravens during 2025's joint practice, hopes were high for Wohler. He also looked excellent during the earliest stages of the preseason.

Sadly, he fell to a season-ending Lisfranc injury during the preseason against the Green Bay Packers, ending that promise immediately as it was gaining serious steam. We'll see how well he's recovered and if he can resume his efficiency during the offseason programs.

As for Walley, he looked fantastic and joined the first team defense during the summer, appearing like a Week 1 starter despite being a third-round rookie.

Colts cornerback Justin Walley looks on during mini camp. — Indianapolis Colts cornerback Justin Walley (27) stands on the field Tuesday, June 10, 2025, during NFL Colts mandatory mini camp at the Indiana Farm Bureau Football Center in Indianapolis. | Grace Hollars/IndyStar / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

Walley, similar to Wohler, had his season derailed before it could even begin in early August against the Baltimore Ravens in a joint practice session where Wohler shined.

It was diagnosed as an ACL tear, and he wasn't able to re-ignite the turbo. He'll join a crowded cornerback room featuring Sauce Gardner, Charvarius Ward, Kenny Moore II, Jaylon Jones, Cam Taylor-Britt, and Mekhi Blackmon.

Lastly is what happens at the defensive end position opposite Laiatu Latu.

While the NFL draft won't happen until two days after Indy's offseason program starts, it is still worth mentioning how the other starting edge position plays out.

Indianapolis acquired Arden Key and Micheal Clemons via free agency, and they still have Tyquan Lewis, but neither of these three is a starter. It's also not a given that Clemons will make the roster or Lewis will be re-signed.

Indianapolis also lost Kwity Paye and Samson Ebukam, which leaves the door wide open for an opportunity. JT Tuimoloau, Clemons, and Lewis are the only players who are a threat to Key right now.

Undoubtedly, Indianapolis will turn to more talent in the NFL draft on Days 2 and 3 since they don't possess a 2026 first-rounder after the Gardner trade during the 2025 regular season.

This will spark a high-volume competition for the second defensive end starting spot, and it will be critical that the Colts make the right decision after a season where the group, as a whole, underperformed.

It's all about lining everything up for Indianapolis during this year's offseason program, and taking that preparation into the 2026 season to obtain 10-plus wins, take the AFC South, make the playoffs, and obtain a postseason victory to keep the current front office, coaching staff, and roster intact for the foreseeable future.

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