The Indianapolis Colts finished 31st in the league in passing yards allowed during the 2025 season, highlighting a critical need to improve their defensive pressure on opposing quarterbacks. Defensive end Laiatu Latu, the team’s 2024 first-round draft pick, is poised to play a pivotal role in that effort.
Latu recorded 8.5 sacks in his rookie season, and Colts defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo believes his production will only increase in 2026. In an interview with the team’s official website, Anarumo expressed unwavering confidence in Latu’s potential.
"He's not built like a typical defensive end. Great lower body, strong, but when you see him up top, his upper body wasn't as developed. He's done a great job of getting stronger over his career so far. He's a jack of all trades. He likes different things off the field. He is going to be unbelievable as he continues his process as a football player. He was on his way to 10 plus sacks last year, I think he'll get there this year without a doubt. He's always dialed in as a worker, as a teammate. Everything about him says team."
The Colts bolstered their defensive line this offseason by adding edge rushers Arden Key, Micheal Clemons, fifth-round pick George Gumbs, and sixth-rounder Caden Curry. However, the team is looking to Latu to lead the group and drive significant improvements on defense in 2026.
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