Mike Band of NFL Next Gen Stats released version 2.0 of his 2025 mock draft, predicting the Indianapolis Colts to select Ohio State offensive tackle Josh Simmons at pick No. 14. Band has a strong track record, ranking fifth in accuracy among 75 national experts in the last five years. The Colts are considering Simmons, who is recovering from a patellar tendon injury, as a potential solution to their offensive line needs, with medical evaluations being a key factor in their decision.
Simmons, who visited the Colts pre-draft, showed promise before his injury, allowing only one pressure over 158 pass-blocking snaps in five-plus games in 2024. While his pass-blocking efficiency was solid in 2023, his run-blocking grade ranked lower among tackles. The addition of Simmons could provide the Colts with lineup flexibility, potentially moving Matt Goncalves to right guard and bolstering tackle depth. However, questions remain about Goncalves' transition to guard, as the Colts may be banking heavily on his success without investing another early pick in the offensive line, which carries inherent risks.