Bortolini Rising as Colts' New Anchor | Indianapolis Colts News

Indianapolis Colts News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 19, 2026 · 1m

Tanor Bortolini, a fourth-round pick two years ago, has emerged as the Colts’ new starting center — and he’s already making a statement. Ranked 16th on their “Top 25 Colts of 2026” list, Bortolini was drafted as Ryan Kelly’s successor and has exceeded expectations since day one. After stepping in as a rookie and thriving in Kelly’s absence, he took over the full-time starting role in Year 2 and delivered elite run-blocking grades. While pass protection still has room to grow, his early success signals a breakout year in 2026 — possibly even a Pro Bowl run by his third season. Bortolini is now…