In a recent three-round 2026 NFL mock draft, the Indianapolis Colts address the offensive and defensive lines.

Mendoza is an accurate thrower to all three levels who constantly goes to the right place with the ball. The offense uses plenty of RPOs, but Mendoza is an efficient operator in true dropback situations like on third down and in the red zone. He’s also a solid athlete and creator.

As far as which position groups could be on Ballard's radar, NFL.com lists quarterback, linebacker, defensive linemen, and offensive tackle as the Colts' biggest offseason needs -- although Daniel Jones appears to be the answer at quarterback.