Colts Trade Linebacker Franklin to Packers for Wooden

The deal sends a Pro Bowl player from Indy to Green Bay.

Mar. 7, 2026 at 11:07pm

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The Indianapolis Colts have agreed to trade Pro Bowl linebacker Zaire Franklin to the Green Bay Packers in exchange for defensive tackle Colby Wooden.

Why it matters

This trade represents a significant roster move for both teams as they look to bolster their defenses ahead of the upcoming NFL season. Franklin is a proven playmaker, while Wooden is a promising young talent.

The details

The trade will send Franklin, a three-time Pro Bowler, from the Colts to the Packers in exchange for Wooden, a second-year defensive tackle. Both teams are hoping the deal will strengthen their respective defenses as they aim to compete in the 2026 season.

  • The trade was agreed upon on March 7, 2026.

The players

Zaire Franklin

A Pro Bowl linebacker for the Indianapolis Colts.

Colby Wooden

A defensive tackle for the Green Bay Packers.

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What’s next

The trade is expected to be finalized in the coming days, pending the completion of physical exams and other procedural requirements.

The takeaway

This trade represents a strategic move by both the Colts and Packers to strengthen their defensive units and position themselves for success in the upcoming NFL season.