Forgotten Colts Rookie Could Make Surprising Waves This Year

Colts' forgotten rookie Nolan Rucci could make waves this year. Alongside early picks C.J. Allen, A.J. Haulcy and Jalen Farmer, Rucci is viewed as a developmental tackle with potential as a swing tackle behind Bernhard Raimann and Jalen Travis. The Wisconsin-Penn State alum posted 614 snaps in 2024 (73.2 overall; 63.2 pass-blocking, 74.5 run-blocking) with one sack allowed, and 611 snaps in 2025 (75.4 overall; 69.7 pass-blocking, 74.4 run-blocking) with one sack. He already knows Colts center Tanor Bortolini and tight end Tyler Warren, which could aid early chemistry and depth for Indy’s line.