How Colts draft pick JT Tuimoloau will fit in Indianapolis: Scouting second-round NFL pick

The Indianapolis Colts picked JT Tuimoloau with the 45th overall pick in the second round of the NFL draft.

Here is what you should know about Tuimoloau.

JT Tuimoloau draft grade

Nate Atkins of the IndyStar gave the pick an A.

“The Colts are always going to value the trenches under general manager Chris Ballard, so going here in the second round is no surprise. Especially when they had a void to fill after losing Dayo Odeyingbo. And especially considering nobody beyond 2024 first-round pick Laiatu Latu is signed for the 2026 season.”

USA TODAY gave the pick a B.

“Tuimoloau might not be single-handedly jolt the Colts’ edge rush, but he can be an important part of a rotation. The 6-4, 265-pounder reliably creates pressure with his bull rush and sets a firm edge against the run.”

Does JT Tuimoloau fit Colts’ needs?

The Colts lost Odeyingbo to the Bears in free agency, making Tuimoloau an excellent fit. He and Kwity Paye can play on the early downs with 2024 first-round pick Laiatu Latu coming in on passing downs a better fit for his skills.

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JT Tuimoloau college

JT Tuimoloau attended Ohio State.

JT Tuimoloau highlights

JT Tuimoloau stats

In four seasons at Ohio State, JT Tuimoloau had 45 tackles for loss, 144 combined tackles and 23.5 sacks.

JT Tuimoloau height

JT Tuimoloau is 6-4.

JT Tuimoloau weight

JT Tuimoloau weighs 265 pounds.

JT Tuimoloau combine results

At the NFL combine, JT Tuimoloau was ranked the third-best defensive end in the production category. Tuimoloau ranked ninth at his position in the athleticism category and was sixth overall in total score for edge rushers.

JT Tuimoloau high school

JT Tuimoloau went to high school at Eastside Catholic in Sammamish, Washington.