Insider Links Colts to Gifted Prospect

   
The Indianapolis Colts are doing serious research into a top tight end prospect.
Michigan tight end Colston Loveland (18) makes a catch against Oregon defensive back Kobe Savage (5) during the second half at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor on Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024.

The Colts, however, have been named as one of two teams that have shown the most interest in Loveland ahead of the draft (per Benjamin Allbright | KOA Colorado).


Standing tall at 6-foot-6, Loveland is more than capable of being a downfield threat for an offense in his first year. In his junior season, Loveland caught 56 passes for 582 yards and five touchdowns. In 2023, Loveland helped the Wolverines win the College Football Playoffs with 64 yards on three catches.

Aside from the Colts showing interest, Loveland has reportedly been connected with the Los Angeles Chargers. Obviously, Loveland was bound to garner interest from his former head coach, Jim Harbaugh.

The Chargers have the 22nd overall pick, meaning they'd have to trade up to pass the Colts if they really want him. Considering Ballard's history with first-round trade downs, there's a possibility the Chargers have Loveland fall right into their lap.

Just days away from the draft, the Colts have little time to decide what to do. There's a high chance Loveland's on the board, and if Allbright is right, the team seems to have a high level of interest in him.