# CJ Allen

NFL player. Position: **LB** (Linebacker). Team: **IND**.

## Quick Facts

- **Position:** LB (Linebacker)
- **Team:** IND (Indianapolis Colts)
- **College:** Georgia
- **2026 Draft:** Second round

## 2026 Outlook

Second-round linebacker from Georgia selected by the Colts to address critical inside linebacker depth following the departure of Zaire Franklin to the Packers. Fills Franklin void as a physical run defender with strong tackling ability. Set to serve as the Colts' new MIKE linebacker in 2026, with the WILL linebacker role next to him (filled by Akeen Davis-Gaither or Bryce Boettcher) remaining open during minicamp and training camp competition (per 11 position battles to watch during Colts' minicamp practices).

## Role / Depth Chart

MIKE linebacker for the Colts. Expected to be early-down anchor with run-defense focus, replacing Franklin's production in the middle of the defense.

## Injury Status

Healthy heading into 2026.

## Recent News

- 2026-06-09 — 11 position battles to watch during Colts' minicamp practices (11 position battles to watch during Colts' minicamp practices)

## Open Questions

## Sources

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