ESPN's Matt Bowen recently selected the best team fits for his top 50 NFL free agents, and included on this list were three of the Indianapolis Colts' free agents.
So, where does Bowen think that each of these players should end up?
10. OT Braden Smith
For a number of years now, Smith has provided the Colts with a steady presence at right tackle. An injury, unfortunately, ended his 2025 season early. In his place, rookie Jalen Travis took over and held his own.
Just as the Colts let Will Fries and Ryan Kelly walk last offseason in favor of Tanor Bortolini and Matt Goncalves, perhaps they do the same with Smith.
Bowen named the Houston Texans as the best fit for Smith.
"Elevating the offensive line in front of quarterback C.J. Stroud must be a priority for the Texans, and Smith would be an upgrade over free agent right tackle Trent Brown," Bowen wrote.
No. 6: WR Alec Pierce
Re-signing Alec Pierce should be a priority for the Colts. Beyond his big play ability, he's shown he can attack other levels of the field, and his vertical presence opens up opportunities for others with the spacing he helps create. He is a candidate to receive the franchise tag.
Bowen selected the Tennessee Titans as Pierce's best fit.
"I like Pierce in Tennessee under new offensive coordinator Brian Daboll," wrote Bowen. "Pierce has the vertical stretch ability to produce down the field and can play a volume role as a multilevel target for quarterback Cam Ward."
No. 4: QB Daniel Jones
There doesn't seem to be much mystery around Jones' future. All signs -- and reports -- point to him re-signing with the Colts. Like Pierce, Jones is a candidate to receive the franchise tag.
Bowen agrees that Jones returning to Indianapolis makes the most sense.
"In Indianapolis, Jones can play as a facilitator in coach Shane Steichen's offense, backed by a productive run game," wrote Bowen. "While the timetable on his return from an Achilles injury is still uncertain, we know the fit works once Jones is cleared to play. Jones displayed more poise in 2025 with the Colts, and he threw with a much stronger sense of timing."
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